I am a seeker, a writer, a poet, a philosopher, an artist, a woman of faith I am deeply empathic, sensitive, analytical, resourceful and curious. My life is complicated, messy- with lots of baggage, heavy frustration; AND also full of deep joy, meaning, empathy, love and understanding.
I am a beloved daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, friend, and “family member by choice” to some amazing people!
I am a person living with Cerebral Palsy from birth and thriving, I am a person who periodically suffers from severe Major Depression and mild Anxiety, I am premenopausal.
I am social worker, an advocate, a psychotherapist; I earned a BA in Psychology from CSU, Northridge and MSW from CSU, Long Beach. I have over six years Post-Graduate experience as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I am a candidate to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am currently studying for the first of two test I need to pass to get my license.