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Hobbies and interests
Volleyball
Tennis
Roller Skating
Fashion
Sculpture
Makeup and Beauty
Babysitting And Childcare
Counseling And Therapy
Clinical Psychology
Psychology
Advocacy And Activism
Reading
Literary Fiction
I read books multiple times per week
Lianna Thao
1,215
Bold Points7x
Nominee1x
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Lianna Thao
1,215
Bold Points7x
Nominee1x
FinalistBio
Through the guides of mental health and psychology, I continuously aim to learn more about the reasons and impacts someone's conditions can have on their health. As a future psychologist, I hope to help others who are just like me, individuals who grew up experiencing the struggles of repressing their emotions to protect themselves from further harm. Youth who felt as though there was no outlet to let out their voices. Psychology has aided and will continue to provide in my understanding of the influence someone's surroundings and community can have on themselves, whether it be damaging or healthy.
Education
Galt High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Psychology, General
- Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Career
Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Dream career goals:
Clinical Psychologist
Sports
Tennis
Varsity2022 – 2022
Awards
- most improved
Volleyball
Varsity2022 – 2022
Volleyball
Junior Varsity2021 – 2021
Tennis
Varsity2020 – 2020
Arts
Guitar
Music2021 – 2022Galt High School
3D Art2022 – 2023Galt High School
Ceramics2020 – 2021Galt High School
Sculpture2019 – 2021
Public services
Advocacy
GSA — Member2022 – 2023Volunteering
Galt Beautification Committee — Volunteer2022 – 2022
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Entrepreneurship
Phoenix Opportunity Award
My parents always told me to continue my education to achieve a good life. As immigrants and refugees of the Vietnam War, my parents came to America, after a life full of hardships, hoping to provide the best for their families. Keeping their words in mind, I hope to make them proud and live out the dreams they could not fulfill in their time.
As one of the first-generation college students in my family, I strive to provide guidance and support to my community as a clinical psychologist. My empathy and strive for helping others stemmed from my mother as she always saw the good in people and hoped to provide the best for me and my family. All my life, I have seen the distress of my parents, juggling trying to balance their emotional and physical needs, while also taking care of numerous children. Using my knowledge, I plan to help others learn how to cope and balance their daily routines.
Being a Hmong American has given me a wonderful opportunity to experience life through a unique lens. Allowing me to provide a special outlook on life, while also connecting with others on a deeper level. In the Hmong community, I strive to better and provide a different view of their outlooks on life, one person at a time. By using my education and future profession, I will be able to reach people all around the country and provide my support and expertise.