My Work Experience
Youth Mentor
Peer Support Specialist
In 2010-2011 I volunteered as a teen mentor, assisting with tutoring, socialization and reunification with family. I often drove my mentee to visit siblings and friends and helped with homework.
From 2014-2015 I was a peer support/in home specialist for a young adult. This was a rewarding year for me, as the individual I worked with was from a very different cultural background than me, and I was welcomed with open arms into the home and family of my client.
Group Home Case Manager
From 2015-2017 I was a case manager for a supported apartment program. I helped clients build the skills needed to live more independently (into an ACT level of care). This has been some of my most intimate work to date.
Substance Abuse Counselor
From 2017-2021 I worked as a substance abuse counselor in federally qualified health centers. A big part of my work has involved facilitating intensive outpatient group therapy for clients in early recovery from substances.
Methadone Clinic Supervisor
Private Practice Owner
In 2019 I acted as a methadone clinic supervisor, overseeing a team of methadone counselors and coordinating care for methadone clients.
From 2021 to present I have owned my own private practice, providing in person and virtual sessions to clients in CT!