I hold a Certificate in Serving Veterans Behavioral Health from the Center for Deployment Psychology, where I received specialized training in military culture and the range of behavioral health concerns faced by service members and veterans. I understand the many barriers that military personnel and their families often encounter when seeking mental health support—including stigma, concerns about career impact, long wait times, transportation challenges, financial burdens, and the “warrior ethos” that can make asking for help difficult.

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In addition, I completed the National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Clinical Training Program at the VA in Palo Alto, California—an experience that deeply shaped my dedication to serving those who have served our country. During my time there, I observed and participated in men’s residential group meetings and activities, where I was profoundly moved by the courage and honesty of the veterans I met. It was heartbreaking to see younger OEF/OIF veterans sitting alongside Vietnam veterans who were still carrying the emotional wounds of war decades later. That experience strengthened my commitment to this often-underserved community, and I am truly honored to help those who have defended our nation find healing and hope.