Denise Ann Goosby was born and raised in Compton, California, a preacher's daughter coming to faith later in life. Her childhood love of writing led her to earn an English degree from Mount Saint Mary's College (now University) and a master's degree in print journalism from the University of Southern California. After working as a newspaper reporter, Denise began a career as an educator in public and private schools for two decades. In 2018 she founded Healing Song Ministries (now Ministry) to serve seniors, veterans, and the hurting in south Los Angeles County with music therapy for the heart and soul. She also writes and sings on her blog, Denise's Healing Journey and offers speaking and singing engagements. Denise enjoys spending time with friends, visiting museums, and cultural sites, and cheering for her world-champion, childhood heroes, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Lakers. She is single and lives near Los Angeles.