About Us
Our History
Founder, Cassie Dzeda-Howard, started Living Proof due to her personal experiences as an adolescent and young adult. She knows firsthand the change that can happen when teens find a caring adult who guides and encourages them to be the best version of themself.
Our Founder
Cassie has worked in residential treatment with adolescent girls from the start of her career in various positions ranging from admissions coordinator, behavioral health technician, case manager, regional group home director, and human trafficking program coordinator.
She obtained a bachelors degree in Sociology from Arizona State University and is currently pursuing her masters degree from Walden University in Mental Health Counseling.
Cassie continues to expand her knowledge by seeking additional certifications including becoming an "Ending the Game" Facilitator as well as a "My Life My Choice" Exploitation Prevention Group Facilitator. Additionally, Cassie recently obtained a Trauma-Informed Coaching certificate from The Centre for Healing.