
Compassionate and relational ministry professional with experience in spiritual care, education, and music centered leadership. Currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree while completing a fourth unit of ACPE accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) with experience providing emotional and spiritual support within hospital settings, including crisis response, interdisciplinary collaboration, and end of life care. Background includes working in moderate to severe special education environments, supporting diverse student needs through behavioral support, lesson planning, and individualized care. Brings a calm and grounded presence, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for creating meaningful and hospitable spaces through pastoral care, mentorship, and music.
• Provided spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and staff during crisis situations, trauma, serious illness, and end of life care within an acute care hospital setting while supporting individuals from diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams (IDT), including nurses, physicians, social workers, and care staff to support holistic and patient centered care plans.
• Completed advanced training in spiritual care, crisis response, pastoral presence, and the use of prayer, reflective listening, and music as spiritual care interventions.
• Supported students in moderate to severe special education classrooms by providing behavioral, emotional, and academic support in both individual and group settings.
• Assisted in lesson planning, classroom activities, and implementation of individualized learning and behavioral strategies tailored to diverse student needs.
• Utilized patience, de escalation techniques, and relational support to help students navigate behavioral challenges while fostering a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Completed one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) through CPSP with training focused on pastoral identity formation, spiritual assessment, and ministry within clinical and community care settings.
• Engaged in verbatim reflection, peer process groups, and supervisory feedback to strengthen self awareness, emotional presence, and relational ministry skills.
CA Teaching Credential (Secondary Education)
Music Pilot Program (Providence Spiritual Care)
Skilled in playing the piano, guitar, and ukulele, with extensive experience providing live music and spiritual support in hospital settings and care homes. Led worship services and facilitated musical ministry in various nations across the country, creating a spiritually enriching environment for diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to use music as a tool for comfort, healing, and emotional connection, contributing to the overall well-being of patients and community members.