I’m Theresa Bailey, the heart behind EmpowHER. Creativity has always been in me, but purpose is what drives me. I’m a Grand Prairie girl, the baby of eight, and my life has always been centered around leadership, impact, and using my voice to uplift others. Over the years I’ve spoken at schools, worked directly with youth, and became a certified Youth Development Leader and Trauma-Informed Care Leader — all to better serve the next generation.

For over five years, I built a successful graphic design and branding business. I loved creating and helping others grow, but eventually God shifted my heart from building brands to building futures. Transitioning out of design wasn’t easy, but it was necessary — my purpose was calling me deeper.

My journey is what shaped this program. Growing up, I didn’t always have someone to talk to about girlhood, confidence, or life. Both of my parents battled serious health challenges, yet still poured into me. My siblings and I created our “Ted Talks,” giving each other a safe place to process life — the same big-sister energy I want every girl to feel here.

I also learned that sometimes strangers become your village. People showed up for me in my hardest seasons and reminded me who I was when I forgot. That’s where I learned the true power of community.

As a teen, I struggled to find my voice while battling judgment, generational cycles, and serious menstrual health issues that doctors couldn’t explain. I’ll never forget hearing, “You’re not getting enough oxygen to your brain… I don’t understand how you’re functioning.” But God had the final word: You have a purpose.

Everything I’ve lived through led me here.
EmpowHER is that purpose — the safe space I needed growing up.
A place for girls to heal, discover themselves, and rise with confidence.