When did you graduate?
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Oregon Tech in June 2017. I then continued my education in Oregon Tech's Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) graduate program, graduating in June 2020.
What did you like most about Oregon Tech?
I loved being involved in student organizations—I served as Vice President of both the Psychology Club and the Psi Chi Honor Society. The applied learning experiences were also incredibly valuable. During my undergraduate years, I worked in the Relationship Building Program (RBP), which I continued throughout my graduate studies.
Some of my favorite courses included counseling techniques, behavior modification, and research methods. I took every class available in these areas because they were instrumental in preparing me for graduate school. Additionally, they provided me with opportunities to present at the Western Psychological Association (WPA) conference multiple times, showcasing both my research and RBP program outcomes.
What did you find the most useful or beneficial?
The courses I mentioned earlier were the most beneficial in shaping both my academic and professional journey. I had exceptional instructors and an advisor who played a key role in helping me achieve my goals. My research methods professor encouraged me to get involved in student clubs, and my advisor helped me map out my path to graduate school.
The Relationship Building Program was also invaluable—it allowed me to apply what I was learning in real-world settings, build professional connections with partner agencies, and develop leadership skills. Through RBP, I gained experience in supervision by training new Family Mentors, restructuring program components, and conducting evaluations to maintain program integrity.
Where do you work/what is your job now?
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Klamath Falls, practicing at Place2Heal Counseling Services. I specialize in relationship-based therapy, including family and marriage counseling, as well as Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
In addition to my clinical work, I provide supervision for graduate interns pursuing their degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also teach as an adjunct professor in Oregon Tech’s MFT graduate program, helping to teach the skills I myself learned while I was in the program.