Professional Background Overview
I am a doctoral-level psychology professional with a strong foundation in mental health, prevention, and youth development. My career spans community-based program leadership, case management, and education, with a consistent focus on reducing inequities in underserved communities.
Prevention & Mental Health Expertise: Certified Prevention Specialist, experienced in implementing evidence-based strategies to reduce substance use and strengthen protective factors.
Youth & Education Leadership: Designed and coordinated mentoring programs for at-risk youth, collaborated with schools and families, and advocated for equitable access to education.
Clinical & Care Coordination: Skilled in case management, Medicaid-covered care coordination, and integration of prevention-focused services into clinical and community settings.
Policy & Advocacy: Actively engaged in addressing systemic inequities, with experience serving on an ADAMHS(alcohol, drug, and mental health services) sub-committee board and advocating for transparency, accountability, and community well-being.
Academic & Teaching: Doctoral candidate in Psychology with teaching preparation in courses such as *Introduction to Psychology*, blending clinical knowledge with classroom engagement.
Key Achievements
Hidden Hues Project: Founded *Hidden Hues*, a multi-platform initiative (podcast, digital art, blog) spotlighting inequities in underserved communities and amplifying underrepresented voices.
Program Development: Built and managed mentoring and prevention programs across multiple grade levels, including mentor recruitment, training, and monitoring systems.
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Entrepreneurship in Care Services: Established Summit Care Solutions to provide Medicaid-supported case management and prevention-based services to families and communities.
Advocacy Recognition: Known for persistent advocacy in education equity, youth opportunity gaps, and community health, positioning yourself as a credible voice for systemic change.More...