I have been all around the world and walked different stages of life. I studied abroad during high school and was a student athlete throughout college. I worked as a language interpreter, and immigrated to the United States from Japan in 2004. While I was fortunate to have opportunities to explore the world and gain many valuable experiences in my younger years, I have also seen the dark side of life. I served in impoverished areas of Mexico as a field missionary, life coach working with inner city youths, teen parent, and single parent. I navigated challenges raising a biracial child with mental health needs and living life in a blended family and interracial marriages. I am also a military spouse of 20 years, law enforcement spouse for 8 years, and Army mom for a little over a year now. I value my education and training that have equipped me with clinical skills; however, my life experiences are what have truly inspired me to help people who seek mental health support for various reasons. And I believe I have unique ways of connecting with each of my clients.