When thinking about my 2020 intentions, one of them is to put myself out there and allow you all to get to know ME! The person behind We Rise Therapy!
The other day someone asked me, “What inspires you?” And it really made me take a step back from my day-to-day and reflect on my purpose.
What inspires me as a therapist is how much I learn from my clients through their stories and resiliency. The strength and courage they have to share parts of them in order to be validated, understood and to ultimately heal is a gift in itself.
I knew I wanted to be in the mental health field during my junior year at Loyola University Chicago. I was a psychology major with a pre-optometry track. During my time there, I remember most enjoying volunteer work and an internship with Alternatives Inc. Through this line of work, I learned of the mental health needs in the Rogers Park and Uptown Chicago neighborhoods. My internship allowed me to empower Chicago youth & create a safer environment through youth empowerment and behavioral health services. Looking back now, I realize that this was a turning point in my career path.
Initially I struggled with the idea that being a therapist would not be a “good enough” of a career choice. Through hard work and dedication, in addition to the support of my family and friends, I gained the confidence to follow my passion to be where I am today.
With the combination of being an entrepreneur, community activist, and therapist—I can truly say that I am pursuing my dream because I found the courage to follow my passion.
Are your mental health struggles a barrier to your goals and aspirations? Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed as you try to figure out your next steps? You don’t have to do it alone. Reach out for a free phone consult on how you can begin your mental health journey!
