My passion for the field is grounded in both lived experience and formal training. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Health with a minor in Psychology from Alvernia University, where I first developed a strong foundation in mental health and child welfare. I have completed undergraduate internships at Caron Treatment Centers and the Children’s Home of Reading, where I observed and provided various therapeutic practices, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

I also completed a graduate-level internship at the Children’s Crisis Treatment Center (CCTC), working in a school-based setting within the Philadelphia School District. This role has allowed me to build meaningful relationships with students while applying therapeutic interventions and community-based resources to support their emotional and behavioral needs.  Professionally, I have worked as a Behavioral Health Technician at CCTC since 2021, supporting elementary school students through behavior modification, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed emotional support.  I have also served as an Assistant Day Shift Coordinator and School Liaison at MCC Warwick House, where I supported youth in residential care and led teams to maintain safe and supportive environments.

Through my internship experience at Lilac Therapy Center, I am looking forward to continuing to learn and grow as a clinician, while forming deep and supportive relationships with children and families in our care.  My future goals include working towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and continuing to work with children and teens.