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I KNEW THEN is a love-centered platform helping individuals, especially from communities of color, rediscover love as the foundation of healing, connection and personal growth.

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Founded by Ronald Downs, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist and relationship coach.

Ready to rediscover Love?

I KNEW THEN offers transformational coaching, affirmations, storytelling, and workshops that inspire powerful I KNEW THEN moments—pivotal realizations that reshape how we love, live and connect.

Our Community Speaks

excerpts from digital storytelling.

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"Always remember:

Self-love comes before

bonus love."

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Lauren Downs

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"We were a perfect match! And much like a match, we clicked and burned a flame unextinguishable to life's realities and hardships."

Cesar Rodriguez

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"When Mirlande said this, it made me feel that our relationship was secure and that she would be the one who God had for me."

Thomas Murray

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"While I was in surgery, my father told me he saw José crying in the hallway by the elevator. I KNEW THEN, he was a keeper."

Terrie Caldera

Whether you’re interested in

Joining a workshop, The Men’s Circle, exploring our affirmations program, or being featured in our digital storytelling, there's a place for you at I KNEW THEN.

We’d love to hear from you.

Reach out below to inquire.

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Ready to explore
I KNEW THEN programs?

Book your free 30-minute discovery call to discuss coaching, storytelling, workshops like Real Love, No Cap and The Self-Love Experience, The Men’s Circle, and more. We’ll clarify your goals, answer questions, and plan your next steps.

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