Education

• Master of Social Work – Loyola University Chicago
• Social Justice Studies, B.A. – Northeastern Illinois University

Professional History

• Community Support Specialist, Thresholds Residential Program
• Primary Counselor, Above & Beyond FRC
• Community Outreach & Enrollment Services, Heartland Health Center

Specialty Areas + Certifications

• Certified Alcohol and other Drug Counselor (CADC) – Illinois Certification Board
• Community Mental Health
• Grief & Loss

Interests

• Harm Reduction / Substance Use Management
• LGBTQ+ Community Advocacy
• Integrated Care
• Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• QTPOC Affirming Care
• Thanatology
• Chasing sunsets