Born and raised in Florence, Mississippi, First Lady NaTarsha Lindsey is a compassionate leader, educator, and mentor. She holds an Associate of Arts from Hinds Community College (1993), a Bachelor of Science from Belhaven College (1994), and a Master of Science in Guidance and Counseling from Jackson State University (1997). She is also a Certified Mental Health Therapist with the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (since 2011). Her professional and spiritual calling come together through her ministry to women, families, and those seeking hope and healing. She serves faithfully beside her husband, offering wisdom, grace, and a steady heart for people from all walks of life.