THE HOPE UNSHAKEN. STRONGER THAN SILENCE.
Helping individuals and families feel less alone, more informed, and empowered-one step at a time.
ABOUT THE HOPE UNSHAKEN
Our Mission
At THE HOPE UNSHAKEN, we strive to empower individuals and communities by reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. Our mission is to provide support and resources that foster healing and resilience in everyone we reach.
About Andrea "Vikki" Hoyland
My Background
Andrea “Vikki” Hoyland is a mental health advocate, writer, and volunteer peer supporter committed to helping others feel less alone and more empowered in their healing journey. Vikki volunteers with several organizations in the community and is certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid as well as Adult Mental Health First Aid. She has also completed multiple NAMI trainings, including becoming a NAMI SMARTS for Advocacy Florida State Trainer, and continues expanding her credentials through ongoing education and service.
Vikki’s work is deeply rooted in lived experience. She is a survivor of childhood trauma, bullying, and domestic violence, and also a survivor of a family member’s suicide. Vikki has been diagnosed with PTSD, depression, and anxiety, among other conditions. Through resilience and relentless inner work, she is proud to share that she has overcome substance abuse, a severe eating disorder, self-harm, and suicidal ideation, attempts, and crisis seasons.
Today, Vikki uses her voice—and her creativity—to advocate for mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and help others find resources, support, and hope. Through writing, storytelling, community education, and peer connection, her goal is simple: to be a light in someone’s darkness and to remind others that healing and resilience are possible—one step at a time.
Outside of advocacy work, Vikki enjoys writing and spending time with the people she loves, including her two dogs who bring comfort, joy, and grounding to her everyday life.
My Philosophy
THE HOPE UNSHAKEN is rooted in one truth: individuals, families, and caregivers deserve to be seen, heard, and believed—without judgment and without shame. I believe in second chances, honest conversations, and making sure no one has to suffer in silence. Through lived experience, advocacy, peer support, and education, I help people find light at the end of the tunnel and take the next step forward—one step at a time.
My Services
THE HOPE UNSHAKEN offers community-based mental health education and peer support rooted in lived experience, compassion, and stigma reduction.
Services include:
•Peer Support & Encouragement
A supportive space to talk, feel heard, and identify next steps and resources.
•Resource Connection & Navigation
Help locating community resources, crisis supports, and mental health education tools.
•Trainings & Workshops
Community education events focused on mental health advocacy, stigma reduction, and practical support skills.
•Public Speaking & Community Outreach
Speaking engagements for organizations, community groups, schools, and events.
•Writing & Storytelling Advocacy
Mental health advocacy writing, blog content, and lived-experience storytelling to inspire hope and understanding.