From Adversity to Advocacy

Capricia’s story is deeply personal and powerfully human. Having faced and overcome legal hurdles and successfully completed probation, she experienced firsthand what it means to rebuild one’s life with intention and accountability. “That period taught me invaluable lessons in resilience” she reflects. “It was during this time that I resolved to build a life of purpose and service.”

Her professional path has been just as diverse as it is inspiring. From serving as a General Manager and Tax Specialist to working as an Employment Coach, each role taught her essential skills about leadership, communication, and empathy. Yet, she found her true calling in human services-where personal experience and professional insight merge to make a tangible difference. As a Peer Support Specialist, Capricia now walks beside individuals on their journeys through addiction recovery, mental health challenges, and major life transitions. Her lived experience allows her to connect with authenticity, creating bonds that go beyond conventional care.

“I have the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate recovery and rediscovery” she says. “My own story helps create a foundation of trust that professional training alone cannot provide.”

Building a New Model of Care

Capricia’s defining milestone is the creation of Lady of Influence Community Resources Services LLC-an organization that embodies everything she has learned about humanity, dignity, and empowerment. It is not just another support service; it is a movement to redefine what compassionate, sustainable care looks like in the 21st century.

One of the organization’s most groundbreaking aspects is its dual-market service model. This innovative approach ensures that both high-net-worth individuals seeking premium private care and at-risk adults in the community receive the same high-quality, non-institutional environment and professional attention.

“This model dismantles the traditional hierarchy of care” Capricia explains. “Everyone who walks through our doors deserves respect, dignity, and excellence.” The financial sustainability of the model allows Lady of Influence to serve diverse populations without compromising on quality, making it a rare example of business and social purpose working hand in hand.

To Capricia, this is not just an achievement-it’s a legacy. “It represents turning personal adversity into a platform for systemic change” she says. “A space where everyone, regardless of background, can heal, grow, and reclaim their story.”

Leading the Future of Community Services

Capricia envisions a future where the social and community services sector moves beyond fragmented systems toward integrated, human-centered solutions. “We must start viewing people as whole beings with interconnected needs” she asserts. “The future lies in combining mental health, housing, employment, and wellness support under one unified framework.”

In this evolving landscape, lived experience is emerging as a cornerstone of effective care-a shift Capricia passionately advocates for. She believes that those who have walked a similar path often possess unparalleled empathy and insight, making them uniquely qualified to guide others.

Lady of Influence is positioned to lead this transformation. With technology as an ally, not a replacement, Capricia aims to expand her organization’s reach through virtual counseling, online workshops, and easily accessible resource databases. Her goal is to create a replicable model-one that challenges the status quo while maintaining financial and emotional integrity.

“At the heart of everything we do is the belief that dignity is a universal right, not a privilege” she says. “We want to show that an organization can lead with heart and still be sustainable.”

A Message to Aspiring Leaders: Embrace Your Authentic Story

For those looking to make a difference in their own spheres of influence, Capricia offers a message born from lived wisdom: own your story.

“Our society often pressures us to present a perfect version of ourselves” she notes. “But true leadership comes from vulnerability and authenticity.” She encourages aspiring leaders to view their scars not as weaknesses, but as proof of resilience and sources of power.

Her mantra, “Not like the rest” is both a declaration and a reminder-to resist conformity and embrace individuality. “Your most powerful asset is your journey” she says. “Every challenge you’ve faced is a stepping-stone, not a setback.”

She also stresses the importance of redefining failure and maintaining self-care. “True empowerment comes from the quiet confidence that you can navigate adversity and emerge stronger” she advises. “Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup. Prioritize your well-being and lead by example.”

Lighting the Way Forward

Capricia Cunningham’s life is a living testament to the idea that our pasts do not define us-our choices do. Through Lady of Influence and her ongoing work at Alaska Behavioral Health, she continues to break barriers, bridge divides, and build hope.

Her legacy is one of transformation-not only for herself but for countless others who will find in her story the courage to rewrite their own. In a world often defined by labels, Capricia stands as proof that true influence comes from authenticity, compassion, and the unwavering belief that everyone deserves the chance to rise.

“Your story has power” she says, her words resonating with conviction. “Own it, and use it to light the way for others.”