Hilary's story is one of incredible resilience and heartfelt transformation. From her early years, she shone brightly as a beacon of promise, excelling with top grades and outpacing her peers as the nation's fastest swimmer in the country for her age group. Yet, at just 14, her life took a dramatic turn with her first sip of alcohol, marking the beginning of a 15-year struggle with addiction—a time filled with profound emptiness, confusion, and a sense of being lost.

At 29, Hilary courageously took a significant step towards healing by checking into rehab for substance use disorder. This journey was about much more than simply giving up alcohol; it was about fundamentally changing her life, distancing herself from negative influences, and confronting the underlying issues that led her to addiction.

For a long time, Hilary kept her story of sobriety and recovery to herself, a quiet, personal victory. It was only after celebrating 15 years of continuous sobriety in June 2022 that she realized the power and importance of sharing her story. Appearing on “The Payoff with Pete,” a podcast that bridges sports and addiction, she began to openly share her experiences. This led to more opportunities to speak out, including a prominent feature in a two-part series on addiction recovery on WBAL. Through these experiences, Hilary discovered a deeper purpose: to offer hope and encouragement to others who are healing quietly, helping them to persevere by openly sharing her own journey of recovery and healing.

Today, Hilary is much more than a survivor; she's a source of inspiration. As a speaker, an addiction recovery advocate, writer, and holistic wellness coach, she is dedicated to helping other women find their voices and heal from the challenges holding them back. Residing in Arlington, Virginia with her son, Alexander, she continues to spread her message and support others through her public speaking, coaching and public relations work.