I am a white, autistic, non-binary and transgender social work student in my late twenties. I am disabled and I approach social work with a disability justice and a DisCrit (Disability justice + critical race theory) lens. Some of the ten principles of disability justice I aspire for and often fail at, include interdependence, leadership of the most impacted, and anti-capitalist politics, among others.
A year and a half into this program, my work is focusing in on centering on the therapeutic relationship, the trust the client and I build together, and recognition of how our experiences are impacted by the systems around us – socioeconomic, racial, and political, among others.
I entered social work with a background in journalism, non-profit communications, technical support, and customer service. I'm currently interning in a college counseling setting, which has helped me explore my long-time goal of working with fellow queer, trans, and neurodiverse folks.
During my weekends, I explore Ithaca and surrounding areas with my pup, a cattle-beagle-everything dog mix named Scoobs. I enjoy going to comedy shows, watching ‘trash’ TV shows, and baking with box mixes.