Graduating from Case Western Reserve University with degrees in Psychology and Biochemistry, I began my transformative journey at Christian Children's Home of Ohio. Working with children from hard places, I've navigated challenges and celebrated breakthroughs, witnessing the power of love, support, and understanding in building trust and fostering growth. This experience has improved my ability to communicate assertively, taught me the value of seeking support during difficult times, and uncovered a level of resilience, patience, and courage within myself I had never discovered before. My journey at CCHO, filled with learning and genuine connections, has deepened my commitment to mental health. As I look forward to pursuing a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, I'm eager to apply my passion, knowledge and experiences to help and empower others as a future therapist.