Over the past decade, I have devoted myself to the mental health field, transitioning from hands-on clinical roles to strategic administrative leadership. My educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Central Michigan University, later advancing with clinical training from Northwestern University’s esteemed Masters of Mental Health Counseling program.

Licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Hawaii and holding a national counselor certification with NBCC, my professional contributions are multifaceted. I’ve offered therapeutic services, encompassing within the Department of Public Safety, Child Welfare Services and in private practice with Kokua MHW Group. This work has involved diverse interventions like psychoeducation, group sessions, and both individual, couples and family therapies.

In my leadership roles, I served as a Clinical Supervisor for a non-profit initiative under the Department of Human Services, leading a passionate team of therapists, our mission was to provide comprehensive therapeutic interventions, combining clinical services, skill development, and psychoeducation. My leadership journey also saw me at the helm as a Program Director for a non-profit’s youth mental health program, in collaboration with the Hawaii Department of Health, where I provided administrative oversight and mentorship to a state-wide team of clinicians and administrative staff. Lastly, I am an affiliate faculty member in the graduate program at Northwestern University, providing group supervision and instructing introductory to counseling methods.