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Elizabeth Salazar

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Bio

Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Salazar. I’m a first-generation college student majoring in social work with a minor in psychology. I come from a family deeply affected by untreated mental illness, addiction, and trauma —and I’ve made it my mission to break those generational cycles. Becoming a therapist isn’t just a career choice for me; it’s a calling. I want to help people feel seen, supported, and safe— especially those who grew up like me, feeling like they had to survive alone. I’m building the life I once needed, and I’m determined to use my education to create change not just for myself, but for my family, my community, and the next generation.

Education

Heritage University

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Social Work
  • Minors:
    • Psychology, General

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    High School

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Social Work
    • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
    • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Social Work

    • Dream career goals:

      Licensed clinical social worker

      Sports

      Volleyball

      Junior Varsity
      2018 – 20202 years

      Track & Field

      Junior Varsity
      2018 – 20202 years

      Research

      • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General

        Sunnyside High School — Overviewing a drug and alcohol social worker.
        2020 – 2021
      • Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

        Sunnyside High School — Overviewing a licensed therapists role.
        2020 – Present
      • Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

        Sunnyside High School — Seeking and gathering information.
        2020 – Present
      • Student Counseling and Personnel Services

        Sunnyside High School — Overviewing a licensed therapist role.
        2020 – Present
      • Social Work

        Sunnyside High School — Seeking and gathering information.
        2022 – Present
      • Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other

        Sunnyside High School — Seeking and gathering information.
        2022 – Present

      Arts

      • Together church youth group

        Painting
        2018 – 2021

      Future Interests

      Advocacy

      Volunteering

      Philanthropy

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