You've got people now.
You've got people now.
I have experience providing residential counseling in a juvenile youth facility, working with youth who are living with autism, and experience working with current and former foster youth in school and home settings. I have held youth recovery and self care groups and provided harm reduction services for adolescents.
I carry with me a strong passion for supporting youth and uplifting young voices in a way that is inclusive and equitable for the individual. I believe that all individuals are deserving of respect and fair treatment, regardless of age, background or socio-economic postion.
I love the support systems I have built for myself and the values I hold. I enjoy art and film, and opportunities to promote social justice within the community. I think that blood is not always thicker than water, and some of us have to work to build the foundations we want for ourselves to find what makes us feel safe, and happy. Learning to accept help with this has been key for me.
Youth are often marginalized by nature of clinical systems that are designed to serve adults. Oftentimes youth fall into categories where there needs are not fully met, or they are not able to access support in the same ways in which an adult might. Support in early recovery or early interest in harm reduction during substance use can disrupt cycles of generational addiction and create a new 'norm' for how youth can be treated.
Building trust is huge and doesn't happen over night. In order for us to know how to better serve youth, we must learn from them so that we can determine the best way to offer our support from a place of non-judgement. It is our privelege to serve others and be allowed into their world.
Associate Medical Director, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
I believe very strongly that all individuals deserve kind, compassionate and equitable care. I truly believe that as a medical professional that it is my responsibility, and honor, to advocate for individuals who may not be able to do so for themselves. Caring for youth has been one of the greatest pleasures in my work as a nurse and nurse practitioner. I love the energy and honesty that young people bring to a visit.
Care Navigator
I am excited that we can extend and reach out to our young people now while they are young...... because it is what transforms you into who you will and want to become. If right now all it is is to be Heard and listen to, I want to be part of that here with you!!!.
Our mission is to improve the lives of people with substance use disorders. We provide medication, resources, and support to help our patients succeed on their own terms, wherever they are.