Ashley L. Mohn​, LICSW

I have been a teacher since 2007.  In those years, I unknowingly developed a pattern of seeking out children who had various difficulties.  Recognizing this with the help of my aunt and school counselor at Moorhead Public Schools, it became apparent that I was meant to work with others in a more therapeutic way.  

 

Listening to stories that my family tells of my past reiterates my passion for people.  My dad recently reminisced a time when we had a neighbor who most people avoided.  He seemed rather grumpy and to little kids, somewhat scary.  One day, he was mowing his lawn with a push-mower.  My dad recalled that I decided to make lemonade and walk it over to him, without displaying any reservations.  I did not listen to what others thought of our neighbor.  I was determined to show love.  

 

Realizing now that I strove to break social norms and show love all of my life, I have embraced it as my lifelong goal.