MARIE. MCNEAL

Marie McKenzie is a Registered Nurse, educator, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, and survivor advocate. Born in Jamaica and now based in Orlando, Florida, she has dedicated her life to caring for others while quietly carrying her own story of childhood trauma. In Things That Keep Me Up at Night, Marie shares her deeply personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse and reclaiming her voice through faith, resilience, and unwavering determination. Her lived experience, combined with decades in healthcare, gives her a unique and compassionate perspective on trauma, healing, and the power of breaking the silence. Through her writing, Marie seeks to offer survivors hope, strength, and the reminder that healing is possible.