Born in western Kentucky, Cynthia attended college at the University of Kentucky and ultimately made Lexington her home. She has 30 years of experience working with students and their families. She worked with college students on university campuses before becoming a national board-certified English teacher in public school. She earned a master's degree in mental health counseling from Eastern Kentucky University. She enjoys writing, practicing yoga, cooking, and traveling, including trips to Maui to see two of her three grown sons, one of whom is married.