Work Experience

Getting my degree in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education after high school seemed to be what made the most sense at the time. I knew I should get my bachelor's degree, but I did not know anything else about a fitting profession for me. What I did know is I wanted to be a good mother. That is how I arrived at the decision of entering the field of education. In the field, I learned an immense amount of information on child development. I have an undying passion to help children and youth cope, learn, and grow into the people they want to be.

Psychotherapist, Children-Adults

Completes Diagnostic Assessments for new patients

Create and implement treatment plans

Assesses efficacy of interventions

Produce and share templates for colleagues to increase their note taking efficiency

Engages in multidisciplinary teams and participates in case consultation

Provides staff education on mental health

Works collaboratively with children, adults, families, school staff, group home staff, health providers, ARMHS workers, county case managers, CPS workers, ombudsman, and local psychotherapists

Created a digital psychoeducation and resource site for patients on the therapy waitlist

Essentia Health, December 2022 - Present

Other

Mental Health Presenter, March 2024

Presented to Frazee-Vergas HS Staff on building rapport with students of different cultures

Frazee-Vergas Schools Board Member, January 2025-Present

Curriculum and Policy Committee Member

ECFE Representative

BCCI Representative

CACR Representative

Co-creator of Up North Cat Condo, December 2024-Present

Recruit and manage moderators

Manage social media accounts

Maintains budget

Streaming that positively impacts people worldwide

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Inver Grove Heights Middle School, August 2018-August 2022

School Social Worker, Grades 6-8

Provide staff development on mental health and trauma

Established a clothing closet for students and families

Participated in implementing the weekend food program with The Sheridan Story

Created digital resource bank for students, families, staff, and community

Developed and advise GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) and Kindness Club

Implemented a program for Latinx students through La Oportunidad

Initiated and co-facilitated the first social skills class at IGHMS for students with particular needs

Provide interventions to students with school aversion and make referrals to the county when appropriate

Work with families, students, admin, and teachers to obtain services for students with disabilities, mental health needs, unstably housed students, and students with truancy aversion

Assess student need; identify barriers; and create, implement, and evaluate interventions