Kelly Humphries (Kel) was born in Queensland, Australia and while life may not have gone her way, she has learnt to overcome, conquer and turn adversity into a pillar of strength. It has been her lifelong dream to help others transform their lives and realise their potential, not only in their personal lives, but their professional lives also. Kel is the author of, 'Unscathed Beauty' a powerful memoir of abuse, hope and recovery. Kel is a highly regarded survival to success strategist and speaker. She works with individuals, organisations and community groups to break down the impact and stigma of trauma and mental health. Her goal is to break cycles of abuse. She has won multiple awards including an International Women's Day award in 2016 for Courage and Integrity, and in 2017, she was one of only three Police Officers in Queensland, Australia to be awarded the QBANK Everyday Hero Award, in the category of Excellence. With an international psychology degree, a successful international sporting career, a certification with the John Maxwell team in leadership, a results coach and a background of over 10 years in policing, Kelly has had a career which positions her as one of Australia's foremost experts in navigating the road from trauma to triumph and recovery. She is a compelling speaker, and regular blogger providing information and advice through social media platforms, workshops, and speaking engagements. Her extraordinary work supports any person or organisation who has an interest in understanding trauma, breaking cycles and preventing abuse and harm.
