Career Goals
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Create a Child Life Program in Oklahoma: Establish a program that addresses healthcare disparities and fosters trust with Indigenous and underserved families, offering comprehensive child life services tailored to their cultural needs and experiences.
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Mentor Future Child Life Specialists: Transition into a mentorship role, educating and guiding the next generation of Child Life professionals. Develop training programs and workshops that equip them to provide compassionate, culturally informed care.
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Integrate Faith and Child Life: Offer Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) services at my church’s upcoming mental health clinic, supporting underserved families in Denton. Collaborate with spiritual care teams, chaplians, and pastoral care to create an integrated model that blends spiritual, emotional, and psychosocial support for hospitalized children and families.