Laura Clark

I am a writer and advocate who believes in the power of staying visible. My journey is defined by a deep, unwavering honesty and the choice to lead with vulnerability. Living with PTSD and bipolar depression has taught me that strength isn’t the absence of struggle, but the determination to remain productive and connected through it.

I have been putting pen to paper since the age of 15, and over the decades, my creative process has become my most vital tool for healing. I write from the depths of feeling, using poetry and lyrics to process complex emotions and translate them into a source of connection for others. Nature is my greatest muse; the stillness and beauty of the natural world provide the inspiration I need to articulate the human experience.

My life is anchored by the things I adore:

Family & Friends: I am a proud mother to my adult son and deeply cherish the bonds I share with my friends and the community that supports me. My siblings are very supportive, as well, full of love and kindness, and always willing to help.

Animals: A lifelong animal lover, I share a special bond with my cat, Amethyst, who is a constant source of joy.

Whether I am writing from my mobile workspace or finding quiet reflection in nature, my goal remains the same: to use my gift for words to reduce stigma and build a life worth living, one verse at a time.

LAURA CLARK
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Prescott Valley, Arizona

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I am a thoughtful and extremely determined professional who leads with honesty. My careers have taught me how to balance high-level responsibility with the reality of daily adversity. Today, I focus on being productive in ways that work with my physical and mental health, using my phone as my primary workspace to manage my time and priorities. I am a fighter who chooses to stay visible, using my gift for words to turn personal challenges into a source of connection for others.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
• Associate of Arts (AA) – General Education
• Reiki Master Certification

EXPERIENCE
Lyricist | 2024 – Present
• Creative Advocacy: I use my ability to articulate human emotions to write lyrics and poetry that translate complex feelings into relatable content. I have been honing this craft since age 15, writing from the depths of feeling to process emotions.
• Remote Operations: Manage all writing projects and digital communications solely from a mobile device, demonstrating strong discipline and time management.
• Resilience & Visibility: Share a personal journey with bipolar depression and PTSD to reduce stigma, proving productivity and creativity are possible while navigating daily symptoms and triggers.

Peer Support Specialist | 04/2015 – 11/2015
• Facilitated one-on-one sessions with peers to problem-solve and establish actionable goal plans.
• Founded and led a creative writing group, guiding others in using written expression to process emotions and find common ground.
• Maintained professional appointment calendars and coordinated with staff to ensure consistent support.

Office Manager | 03/2011 – 11/2011
• Supervised daily operations and staff scheduling to ensure seamless business flow.
• Resolved complex staff and passenger complaints using a direct, solutions-oriented approach.
• Managed office bookkeeping and reconciled daily cash and credit card transactions.

RESERVATION AGENT | 4/2007-7/2009
• Booked reservations (airport transportation).
• Reconciled daily Cash and credit card transactions.
• Dispatched drivers

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Heights Church Prayer Ministry | 11/2025 – Present
• Homebound Ministry Provide dedicated prayer support and phone contact for homebound individuals, offering spiritual consistency and care.
Catty Shack | 05/2016 – 08/2016
• Cat Socialization: Engaged with cats to improve temperament and readiness for adoption through consistent interaction and care.

CORE SKILLS
• Communication: Expert at translating complex emotions into relatable writing; strong interpersonal communication and mental health advocacy.
• Office & Logistics: Bookkeeping, financial balancing, staff scheduling, and dispatching.
• Personal Strength: High-level determination, effective prioritization, and consistent productivity through adversity.

PERSONAL INTERESTS & VALUES
• Family & Community: I am a proud mother to my adult son and deeply value the support of my friends, family, and the community that surrounds me.
• Animal Advocacy: A dedicated animal lover, I share a special bond with my cat, Amethyst, whom I adore.
• Nature: I find inspiration and peace in nature; the natural world serves as a primary muse for my poetry and the depths of my creative process.

A NOTE ON MY WORK STYLE
I believe in creating a life worth living by choosing to be productive every day. While I navigate daily symptoms of PTSD and bipolar depression, I have mastered the art of working effectively from a mobile workspace. I am a motivated professional who values the opportunity to contribute my skills and life experience in a way that respects my physical needs.