Mental Health Advocate
CurrentI am very passionate about educating and advocating for mental health awareness and treatments. I am active in NAMI Erie as a member, volunteer, contributing newsletter writer, and Peer Support Group co-facilitator. I also seek opportunities and participate in related events, conferences, and trainings. In 2018, I became a Certified Peer Specialist, was certified in Mental Health First Aid, and was trained as a NAMI Peer-to-Peer Mentor. I also earned a number of continuing education hours through a variety the following: Intimate Partner Violence; Working with LGBTQA Youth; 2018 6th Annual Suicide Prevention Conference.