“Jane of many trades, master of my fate.”

“Texas-bred, Indiana cornfed.”

Natasha Marie Cheatham is the name given. Tasha is preferred.

I am in the process of recovering from a survival state dominated by capitalism, oppression, and racism.

I am intimately [re]connecting with myself, my loved ones, and have embraced my purpose to support others in their recovery. No matter what they’re recovering from.

As a Recovery Coach and Entrepreneur, I embody a harmony-first approach in all that I do. I aim to support those I connect with to rest more and live well using my education, experiences, and training as an:

• Addictions Peer Recovery Coach,

• Community Health Worker,

• Community Advocate,

• General Studies Advocate & Graduate,

• Mentor,

• Peer Support Specialist,

• Reiki II Practitioner,

• Sound Healer, &

• Youth Peer Support Specialist

I am a woman on a mission…

From storytelling with my voice and pen to curating experiences that prioritize rest + wellness I use my time & talents to freelance as a(n):

• Artist, Storyteller

  • I use my platform to raise awareness about peer support in recovery, spirituality, & wellness.

• Consultant + Recovery Coach

  • I support individuals in recovery + businesses who contract and employ individuals in recovery.

• Restorative Hospitality Expert, Retreat Curator

  • I work with individuals, groups, and businesses to plan and execute recovery activations and retreats.

I have dedicated my career to ending the stigma in my community around addiction, mental illness, and recovery. I believe that the process of recovery can lead to liberation. Through advocacy, collective rest, and storytelling, I create spaces where folks feel safe enough to soften and liberated enough to expand.

My ultimate goal is to do my part to eradicate the disparities that leave my community exhausted and exploited.

Official Bio

Natasha “Tasha Marie” Cheatham is a storyteller from Nap (Indianapolis, IN), and the founder of Mercy (MRCI, Minority Recovery Collective Inc.). With over 15 years of experience, Tasha advocates for the need for Earth + Earthlings to recover from oppression and restore the natural order of living.

Through her work, Tasha bridges principles of art, hospitality, public health, and recovery together to provide culturally curated events, programs, and services that support, affirm, and sustain the wellness of folks across the African diaspora. Her work guides individuals back to their natural, God-given freedom — where well-being is not something earned, it’s something remembered. Through gentle structure, spiritual grounding, and authentic self-agreement, Tasha supports others as they reclaim the intimacy, harmony, and free will they were born with. She leads as an advocate for the recovery of all folks, all families, and all communities from oppression and oppressive systems.

Tasha currently serves as President of the Board for MRCI.