Why did you become a healthcare provider?
While completing my undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University, I had the opportunity to work as a psychiatric technician at a residential treatment center for at-risk youth. During that time, I saw the tremendous day-to-day impact that quality psychiatric providers had on patients’ lives. I was able to see patients grow, progress, and improve their lives under difficult circumstances and was in awe of the strength in each patient. It was during this time that I realized I wanted to work in psychiatry and become a positive force for good, improving the health and happiness of patients.
Do you have hobbies or a way you like to spend your time away from work?
I enjoy golfing, hiking, reading, and trying new restaurants with my husband.
What do you enjoy or find most fulfilling about caring for patients?
What I enjoy most about caring for patients is getting to know them on a personal level. I love building that connection and trust over time—learning who they are, what matters to them, and what challenges they’re facing. It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of their journey, to see their progress, and to help them become the healthiest, best versions of themselves. That kind of ongoing relationship is what makes this work so meaningful to me.