Samantha Perkins is the best selling author of Alive AF-One Anxious Mom’s Journey to Becoming Alcohol Free.  Samantha uses her book and her blog (Alive AF) to highlight the role that alcohol plays aside from addiction.  Samantha found that, although she was not clinically addicted and had no “rock bottom,” alcohol was having a big impact on her happiness, contentment, and overall anxiety. Samantha speaks openly about her journey to help others discover the role that alcohol plays in mental health, physical health, parenting, stress, and more.

Samantha graduated from the University of Kentucky with a BA in Psychology.  She spent 10 years working in community mental health where she gained knowledge and skills in understanding the importance of caring for our mental health.  She uses her background to write and speak about the connection between alcohol and stress, anxiety, depression, and mood.  

Samantha is a TEDx speaker. She has been featured in Today’s Woman Magazine and made an appearance on Wave 3 News.  Samantha has written articles for online publications such as Her View From Home and Authority Magazine.  Samantha has spoken on several podcasts regarding mental health, behavioral change, and alcohol addiction.  Samantha was selected to speak at the KY School for Alcohol and Other Drug Studies. She has spoken at events for Mental Health Lou, LSHRM, Rainbow Blossom, Level Up Lou, and more.  Samantha hosts yearly Wellness Retreats to help women align with their values.