How long have you worked at Sheppard Pratt?
I started with Sheppard Pratt in 2007; in August, I celebrated 17 years.
What is your job at Sheppard Pratt?
I am the division director for school-based services in the Family and Community Division. I oversee programs where Sheppard Pratt therapists are embedded in public schools, helping kids get access to therapy. I also provide supervision to social workers.
What do you enjoy most about working at Sheppard Pratt?
The work that we do for youth and their families. I value the staff members who are on the front lines every day, pouring their hearts and souls into providing much-needed services to our clients. Our staff members are dedicated and passionate about the care they provide.
What are three traits that define you?
I believe I am reliable, flexible, and determined. I pride myself in my work and these traits are needed to provide the highest level of care to our families every day.
What is your biggest source of inspiration?
My colleagues. I see them put everything they have into providing support to their clients, which motivates and inspires me to work hard to support them.
What do you like to do outside of work?
I enjoy reading and spending time with my kids. My dream day involves sitting outside in the sun and reading a book. I am also an avid crafter and so is my daughter. We love creating things with our Cricut.
What is something you’ve done outside of work that you are proud of?
Being a parent is one of the things I am most proud of in my personal life. I have worked very hard to make sure that I raise my children with my open mindset and flexibility. Most of all, I want them to appreciate and admire the uniqueness that everyone brings to the world and know that creating change makes the world a beautiful place.
If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet and why?
Maya Angelou. She has always been my favorite author and poet. Ever since I was a young girl and read “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” I was hooked on her work and learning about her as a person, a distinguished writer, a strong woman, and an activist.