Walking through the journey of thriving into You.
Walking through the journey of thriving into You.
Walking through the journey of thriving into You.
I am a city-girl-raised, Boston-made psychotherapist with an unwavering commitment to amplifying the voices of women of color. My journey led me to obtain an MSW from Boston College School of Social Work, graduating with the class of 2008. Before that, I earned my undergraduate degree in Clinical Psychology BA from Emmanuel College Boston in 2004.
With over 17 years of social service experience, I’ve utilized my skills as a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed change agent to empower the voices of the BIPOC community, particularly women and adolescents who identify as Black, Indigenous, or of Color. I have an adept ability to connect with individuals from a strengths-based and empowering approach, impacting many. I have worked with a culturally diverse clientele in many settings, including inpatient, home-based, community, and non-profit.
My expertise includes Women’s Issues, depression, anxiety, daily stress, self-esteem, life transitions, cultural family systems, and single-mother parenting/ parenting a child with a special ability. My unique ability to connect with people on a level where I motivate, uplift, and genuinely encourage and guide individuals to find their voice makes the therapeutic experience warm and easy-going.
My calling to work within the BIPOC community, particularly with women of color, has remained evident throughout my professional career. I have an effective way of helping clients feel seen, heard, valued, and empowered to move through “their” process, always ensuring clients’ needs and voices are a priority. As a Multicultural Black Woman, I understand the multiple intersecting factors that impact BIWOC. I prioritize mental health equity and creating a safe space for women identifying as BIWOC to have a safe place to heal.
During my journey to rebuild after my experience with burnout, depression, and navigating the demands of single motherhood raising a son with Down syndrome, I decided to take time off to reflect, seek help, and heal myself. Being a Licensed Social Worker did not shield me from the reality of how heavy life can get. It only amplified how real it can be when we do not prioritize our mental wellness. My healing journey through depression and desire to pour into my community as an equitable, inclusive mental health change agent laid the foundation for developing Rt 3:21 Wellness, an ode to Trisomy 21 and the Down syndrome community.
In January 2022, I launched Rt 3:21 Wellness to advocate and promote BIPOC Mental Health Equity and help BIWOC develop the self-confidence to heal, trust, and thrive in a life they love.
I play the role of a mentor for numerous individuals and actively support the Down syndrome community. I strongly champion racial equity and inclusion, wholeheartedly empowering the wonders of BLACK/BROWN Girl Magic without hesitation. As an introvert, I hold a deep affection for the ocean and delight in the company of scented candles.
During my off-hours from Rt 3:21 Wellness, you’ll discover me engaging in quality time with family, indulging in music (with Afro-Beats reigning supreme), catching up on sleep, immersing myself in reading materials or documentaries related to psychology or social justice, and seeking out exciting life adventures to embark upon.
I have worked with a diverse clientele, and I am dedicated to uplifting the voices of BIWOC, helping them develop the self-confidence to heal, trust from within and gather the tools needed to begin to thrive in a life they love.
My goal is to ensure my client’s voice is heard. I consider it a privilege to guide them through their authentic journey to unpack, unlearn, and navigate to improve mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness.