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In my time spent teaching I gained a strong sense for my ability to touch the lives of others, by discovering many students carry emotional hardships that threaten their progress as students and need mental support. My vision gradually evolved to become a mentor in public service, who could empower other individuals in need by enabling them to overcome their emotional obstacles. I attained another Masters degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, and began working as a mental health specialist at the Department of Mental Health (DMH). In this role I conducted therapy with adolescents who suffer from depression, substance abuse, and various mental disorders.
