WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK, YOU CAN FIND ME…
Baking bread and bouldering!

WHEN I WANT TO DE-STRESS, I…
Meditate, play computer games, and watching Netflix

MY FAVORITE TIME OF YEAR IS…
the Summer! All of the sunlight and warmth gives me joy!

WHAT LED YOU TO PURSUE A CAREER HELPING OTHERS?
Mental health has always been important and prevalent in my life. I want to help those who need the warmth, kindness, and help just as I did. Also, let’s take down the stigma surrounding mental health!

WHAT EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERTISE DO YOU BRING TO YOUR ROLE?
I previously worked as a school teacher in Japan where I helped develop course curriculums for students with learning disabilities. Additionally I worked as a volunteer for the crisis hotlines. Currently I am studying to enter programs in Clinical Psychology  – working towards achieving my goals of further helping others.

WHO/WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
My coworkers and the patients we work with inspire me to do the best I can in the moment and grow with them.

WHAT IS ONE SMALL THING PEOPLE CAN DO TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES AND INCREASE THEIR HAPPINESS?
Add a mindful breath into your daily routine, whether it is stepping outside or stopping what you are doing and focus on your breath. We often forget to leave time for ourselves.