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I would like to become an LPC and work with people ages 13-21. I believe this is a vital time in a person's life where the right kind of intervention can truly change the course of an individual's life. I am enjoying learning about DBT alongside my supervisor at my practicum site, and this is something I may choose to continue pursuing clinically in the future.

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I interned at an autism clinic in undergrad where I helped run group therapy sessions with children of many different ages. I truly enjoyed planning and facilitating these groups, and I grew to be very good at it.  It is my goal to hopefully run group therapy sessions of my own in the future.

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My dog Honey Bee is a major source of happiness in my life. She comforts me when I am sad or anxious and is a loyal friend who I love spending time with.

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Growing up, I struggled tremendously in school and in my personal life due to mental health related issues. I remember one counselor who really connected with me and made me realize my potential and that my thoughts and feelings truly mattered. This one person made such an impact on my life and this has inspired me to hopefully do the same for others. Learning about counseling also helps me grow as an individual and improve me own mental health.

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I moved to Pottstown after graduating from West Chester University back in May 2018. I am lucky because I work right down the street, which makes me more knowledgeable about the population I work with.  The poverty rate here is around 22%, which is pretty high, especially for Montgomery County. Poverty has a profound impact on mental health, which is something I try to draw more awareness to.

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I currently work as a children's case manager for a non-profit mental health agency called Creative Health Services.  This position allows me to help children and their families who are experiencing a multitude of problems relating to mental health. I have been in this position now for over a year and a half and currently have a caseload of 28 amazing kids!

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Running allows me to clear my head. Running grounds me and allows me to escape in a healthy way.