Age 35, Londonderry resident
Director of Clinical Training and Psychological Services, White Birch Educational Services; Licensed Clinical & School Psychologist
Birthplace: Lowell, Mass. (hometown is Londonderry)
Family: My husband, Matt, and our two pups, Capone and Wilson
High school: Mount Zion Christian School, Manchester
College/post grad degrees: Lipscomb University, Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Public Relations (2010); Rivier University, Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (2012); Rivier University, Doctor of Psychology in Counseling and School Psychology (2017)
What motivates you to give back to your community?
My commitment to advocacy and the power of building meaningful connections motivates me to give back to my community. As a licensed psychologist and resident, I am responsible for utilizing my skillset to empower others to discover their sense of purpose. I’m passionate about collaboration and motivated by the interconnected process of supporting others in achieving their goals.
What advice would you give your 22-year-old self?
Meaningful learning and personal growth happen beyond the traditional classroom setting. Allow your passions and interests to shape your professional goals, and approach situations with curiosity and compassion for yourself and others.
What would make New Hampshire more attractive to young professionals?
Continue to create opportunities and platforms that enable young professionals to engage in shared experiences and collaboration. Cultivating a community-oriented mindset nurtures a feeling of well-being and belonging, fulfilling a foundational need that’s attractive to young professionals.
Do you see yourself living and working in New Hampshire at age 55-plus?
Yes. Being open to new and diverse experiences is a value of mine, which involves seeking new opportunities beyond the borders of New Hampshire. Nevertheless, my connection to this state runs deep, and I’d anticipate returning, much like I did after pursuing education and training outside of New Hampshire before launching my career. I love living in New Hampshire and will always consider it my home.
Volunteer activities: President of the New Hampshire Psychological Association, Behavioral Healthcare Advocacy Committee member, liaison to the Board of Psychologists.
Last major achievement: I recently developed a clinical fellowship program for doctoral psychology students seeking clinical training in school-based settings. The program has obtained recognition as an Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) Provisional Member. This initiative increases the training opportunities available in New Hampshire, ultimately helping alleviate the shortage of psychologists in our state’s workforce.
