What originally drew you to becoming a therapist?
"This has always been one of my "fun facts" because of how far back my desire to be a therapist goes. I actually decided to become a therapist as a high school freshman - it all began in my art class with my childhood best friend. We both shared a love for art and decided to take this class together, and little did I know that our love for art was not the only thing that deepened. During this period this friend opened up to me about her upbringing, her struggle with her mental health and her home life. What I heard broke my heart and expanded it at the same time. I knew at 14 it was not common or recommended for me to hold space for something so intense, but what shocked both my guidance counselor and I was that the impact was nothing but positive. Having someone trust me with the most vulnerable parts of themself made me feel honored and fulfilled, not drained.”