Hello, my name is Shonntavia. I have over 7+ years working in the human service field. My professional background includes teaching adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties in middle school, helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain tools and resources to build various life skills, and counseling! Some of my hobbies include letting go and being in nature as often as possible! Being in nature has many positive benefits and has proven vital in improving a person’s mental health. In addition, wellness (i.e., emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and financial) is essential to me, and I enjoy ensuring I am well in all areas of life. In my therapeutic practice, I focus on treating the whole person because I know everything in life is interconnected. When we are not well in one area of life, it can affect other areas, including our mental health. Lastly, I enjoy traveling and getting the chance to create new experiences and learn about different cultures. A fun fact about myself is that I enjoy watching documentaries to learn about various mammals and reptiles!