W O M E N I N B U S I N E S S
The mission of our business is to eliminate
all barriers to accessing mental healthcare
and to aid in making Macon the most
mentally healthy city in Georgia.
When I became a divorcing mother of
eight, I learned the importance of access to
mental healthcare. I've been able to take
care of my health through our services, and I
want others to have access to the same.
My advice for women starting a business
is to trust your gut. Whatever it is that you
have been given the vision to do, do it. Do it
unapologetically. Do it afraid.
I implore women to engage in sponsorship
relationships. Mentorship is great, but
mentorship doesn't always lead to additional
opportunities, and that's why sponsorship is
so important.
What do you love about Macon?
Everything. I love the way it smells, even
when it is not the best. I love the way the
water tastes, the way it's easy to find a
peaceful place to be. I love how forgiving
and funny it is. I love that we use the name
Macon in every pun imaginable, and I love
the people. And they love me.
I hope that more women choose to
support each other. There's so much more
opportunity in collaboration.
I am most grateful for my children. They
are the reason why I advocate for others.
They are the reason why I advocate for
myself. They are my inspiration for my work
ethic. It is my sole purpose and goal to make
them proud.
T h e S o u t h e r n C e n te r fo r
C h o i c e T h e o r y
Andrea Cooke
401 Monroe Street, Macon
478.741.1268
e: Acooke@thesoutherncenterforchoicetheory.com
w: SCCTGEORGIA.com
w: Maconmentalhealthmatters.com
