I am a social worker and received my undergraduate degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration with a minor in Psychology from Western Illinois University. I graduated from Aurora University with a Master's in Social Work with a concentration in Addiction. My background consists of working as a youth counselor with adolescents placed out of the home in group homes and corrections. I have experience working with adolescents (13-17) and adults (+18) facilitating DUI groups, early intervention programs, and anger management programs at Nicasa Behavioral Health Services. I recently worked with clients in the jail setting providing counseling, support, case management, referring clients to inpatient treatment, and providing community resources upon release. ​ I am bilingual in Spanish and am passionate about serving diverse populations. ​ In my spare time, I spend time with family and friends. I enjoy going to the gym, reading new books, watching movies, and trying new food.