As a Masters student in Forensic Psychology, I have been blessed with the opportunity to gain experience in several populations within the mental health field. I began my journey into this field as a volunteer crisis counselor with crisis text line. In an intense position, I found a sense of purpose and passion in a field where I saw others could benefit from having support in moments where it felt unreachable themselves. Soon after this, I applied for a masters program in Forensic Psychology. Intending on being able to work in a diverse area of psychology with a population that is typically underserved and underrepresented, I was eager to bring the experience I had gained through crisis counseling with me. Being in this demanding graduate program, I continue to volunteer what free time I do get to crisis counseling. I also sought out work at an inpatient psychiatric hospital as a mental health technician and I discovered that I really enjoy working with a higher acuity group of patients. Initially not knowing what a fast-paced environment in psychology would look like, I was able to use tools I learned in crisis counseling to deescalate, build rapport, and show support within a group of people that I found really appreciating this approach. With graduation quickly approaching, I know that this is not where I want to end my education and experience. I am a current applicant to doctoral programs in Clinical Psychology and I am excited to continue learning and providing service to any individual in need of it.

• Intern Therapist

  Mental Health Care · BRAVE Police and Public Safety Wellness Center

  Jan 2023 – Present

• Graduate Assistant

  Libraries · The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

  Jan 2022 – Jan 2023

• Shift Supervisor

  Food & Beverages · Starbucks

  Jan 2018 – Jan 2022

• Mental Health Technician

  Mental Health Care · Chicago Behavioral Hospital

  Jan 2023 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy

• Pack lunches for homeless

  Volunteering · Outreach Chicago

  2022 – 2023

  Mission:

  Fight against hunger

• Volunteer Crisis Counselor

  Volunteering · Crisis Text Line

  2022 – Present

• Grant Funded Volunteer

  Volunteering · National Alliance on Mental Illness

  2022 – 2023

  Mission:

  Integrate social, emotional, and behavioral mental health supports within schools and into sustainable teaching and learning practices among elementary, middle, and high school students.