Trina Swerdlow, BFA, CCHT, is a #1 International Best-Selling Author: "The Grandmother Legacies," and the Author/Illustrator of “Stress Reduction Journal -- Meditate & Journal Your Way to Better Health.” She's a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, an illustrator, an ordained minister, and is a meditation teacher. Trina received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Art Center College of Design. Before becoming a Transformation Thought Leader, Trina designed and illustrated books, greeting cards, and a variety of gift products. Now, as a writer and illustrator of her own publications, creativity is woven into all of her offerings so that the “mind-body-spirit” is honored and nourished. She currently has a private practice in Danville, California (for 12 years) -- where she offers tools for stress management and weight loss. She is the founder of Weight Loss 18 Minutes. She passionately supports her clients in reaching their personal and professional goals.