My inspiration is my younger self, who would be thrilled that social media is a place where she can take care of her mental health.

If there was one thing that could change in mental health care, it would be for providers across fields and specialties to adopt a more compassionate and intersectional public health lens when working with people. Seeing them as a person above all else, rather than as a case study or for their symptoms alone.

My superpower is seeking first to understand before being understood!

I’d like to see a continued shift in focus on treatment for special populations, like adolescents, the LGBTQIA+ community, and first responders, with increased primary care coordination and family and ally support.

I believe we need to invest more in understanding and uplifting culturally grounded healing and healers who carry ideas, methods, and approaches that can deeply resonate with underserved communities.

I believe authenticity protects against burnout because it allows you to follow and find your purpose in almost anything you do. But in order to find your purpose, you have to do some experimenting and have an open mind.