Meet the Founders

Tory Queensley

Once in the throws of addiction, Tory's new leaf began when her daughter was born. Now thriving in her recovery, Tory is committed to helping others find peace, health, and purpose in their journey for recovery.

As a a multifaceted Registered Nurse who specializes in behavioral mental health, Tory blends evidence-based practice with real-world resilience and always keeps it real. Her approach is sharp, human-centered, and future-focused, cutting through stigma to deliver support that is both practical and deeply transformative. Tory's belief in this mission is strongly rooted in changing the system and those who are apart of it. Her passion in this work reflects a simple truth: when mothers heal, families strengthen, and entire communities shift.

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Tara Carlson

For the past three years, Tara has served as a dedicated social worker in the Fargo area, supporting children and their families as they navigate challenges and overcome barriers. With her clients she witnessed first hand the gaps in the system.

With a B.A. in Sociology, Tara brings a strong understanding of social systems, community dynamics, and the dynamic factors that shape people’s lives. Passionate about removing systemic barriers, she works tirelessly to strengthen connections between community systems to create more equitable, accessible, and effective support networks. Tara’s work is driven by the belief that families thrive when communities collaborate.

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Become an EmpowerHER Mom

We offer educational sessions with interactive skill building and a chance to connect with other moms who are just like you. Whatever your situation looks like we have a spot for you.

Our Foundations class is a holistic approach to empowering moms and moms-to-be in recovery. Throughout our 12-week curriculum moms dig into real-life topics — like parenting in recovery, healthy boundaries setting, emotional regulation, dynamic communication skills, financial literacy, and more. Our goal is to offer life skills typically not taught through conventional treatment options. It's important to us that our program is accessible to moms. We offer transportation solutions and childcare during sessions. Our Foundations class is about building stronger families, futures, and a community of moms who support each other.

Moms Supporting Moms

Hey Mama, We See You. Starting over is brave. Doing it while raising kids? That’s heroic. You don’t have to do it alone. We understand how hard parenting through recovery is and we're here for you. No mother should have to choose between her healing and her children. This isn’t your typical “sit in a circle and talk” group. Our Foundations course is about building — stronger families, stronger futures, and a community of moms who have each other’s backs.

Want in? Referral and intake forms are ready click the link below to fill out an intake and get instant submission— for more information or inquiries just email us at empowerherfm@gmail.com or call/text 701-566-9598. We ask for a full 12-week commitment, because the change you’re looking for starts when you show up for yourself — and for the other women walking beside you. Let’s build something unshakable. Let’s rise together. EmpowerHer Foundations: Be The Power You See In Your Kids

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Helping Mothers Heal. Changing More Than One Life.