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Hello! My name is Abby Thompson and I am 23 years old. I am in the MFT program at Pacific Oaks College. I live in Santa Clarita, California. My current employment is at a local daycare where I have the opportunity to work closely with children ages 5-6. I am incredibly passionate about the world of mental health. I fully believe that therapy is something that is not linear and that healing is a capable journey for anyone that strives to overcome it.

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I chose to strive to be a marriage and family therapist because I feel that relationships and support systems are crucial for all lives. When those relationships are in jeopardy, I find that the effort made in maintaining them is worth all of the trials and tribulations that may come in restoring relationships. I am interested in working with children and adolescents as my journey to becoming an MFT continues.

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I enjoy spending my free time with friends and family. I value the time that I have with loved ones, and love doing new or adventurous things with them. Also, I enjoy using my time towards self care. My self care consists of exercising, scrapbooking, journaling, doing my makeup/nails, and so much more!

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After I graduate from Pacific Oaks College, I plan to do research on doctoral programs. I am unsure of which kind of doctoral program just yet, but it is a dream to obtain as much education as I can. As always, I am beyond grateful to have the opportunity to desire a doctoral program. Besides that, I plan to become a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and use my licensure in the best way possible.

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www.linkedin.com/in/abby-thompson-1a8b581b2

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My sister Autumn is a large portion of my support system. 

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During my Practicum Internship, I plan to bring the wellness technique of mindfulness with me. With mindfulness, I am able to regulate my emotions and balance my life in a way that works for me.

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I love to travel and see new places! This photo is one that I took in Jerusalem, Israel. 

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After completing the program, I plan to spend some time traveling when I can. My biggest life goal is to see the world and learn about different communities that are dissimilar to mine. I enjoy seeing new places, cultures, and ways of living. I have been to Israel, Ireland, London, Barcelona, Italy, and multiple states within the United States. I am planning my next big trip to be Bali, Indonesia.