Monica was raised on a farm in rural Missouri. As a young woman, she focused on becoming an attorney. After graduation from Westminster College, Monica attended the Law School at the University of Missouri. After graduating second in her class, Monica moved to Washington, D.C. to practice law with Latham & Watkins. The practice of law left her feeling conflicted and unhappy. Monica quit the field of law and went in search of something better. A friend suggested she get an astrology reading to gain insight. Monica became fascinated by astrology, started her studies, then went on to found and run her own private astrology practice. Monica is now semi-retired. She continues give a limited number of chart review sessions via phone.
Throughout her life, Monica has written extensively. She has published six books, all available on the Amazon Books website. Her books for children are especially close to her heart.
Monica has lived in many places, including New York City, Palm Beach Island, Gatlinburg TN, Charleston SC, and Amsterdam in the Netherlands. She currently lives on her ancestral farm in Beaufort, Missouri.