I’m currently pursuing my nurse practitioner degree at Columbia University, building on a career that’s always centered on helping people access what they need to thrive. I began as a social studies teacher and later served as a high school Assistant Principal in the Bronx, where I worked closely with students, families, and other educators to expand opportunity, foster growth, and champion success. That experience showed me just how much potential can unfold when people are supported not just academically, but emotionally and socially as well.

My path eventually led me to nursing, where I’ve spent the past two years working as a psychiatric mental health registered nurse at Gracie Square Hospital. I care for young adults facing some of their first mental health challenges — work that feels like a natural extension of my time in education. It’s deeply meaningful to support people in moments of uncertainty and to witness the transformation that can come with compassionate care: a return to resilience, a reimagining of identity, and a renewed sense of direction.

I’m especially passionate about providing proactive, affirming care to LGBTQ+ clients and others who have been historically marginalized within healthcare systems. These communities continue to face persistent disparities in access and outcomes, and I’m committed to being part of the change. My work is rooted in equity and driven by the belief that mental health care should be inclusive, liberatory, and deeply collaborative. I approach each person’s story with care and curiosity — not to steer or solve it, but to help make sense of it together. My role is to offer perspective, ask thoughtful questions, and create a space where strength, clarity, and new possibilities can take shape.