Chimere Neal is a native of Charlotte, North Carolina. She received a master degree in Social Work from Barry University in Miami, Florida. After receiving a master's degree, she returned to her hometown to begin working within the community to restore families affected by abuse and neglect. Today, she continues to provide therapeutic services, parent education, mentoring programs and conduct presentations based on helping others to unlock change and address their mental health needs. In 2009, she became the owner of Neal Counseling Services providing in-home and office-based therapy. In 2016, she started a company called Think-N-Paint where she teaches children and adults ways to use art to explore and express their emotions . She often advocates for others whom are at-risk or unable to gain access to needed resources and services. Ms. Neal has plans to continue working within the community and supporting others with reaching their full potential.