A`Via (she/her) joins GE Family Services as a dedicated Master of Science Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern from Grand Canyon University, specializing in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults navigating the challenges of anxiety and depression. With a deep commitment to helping individuals overcome obstacles when life is “life-ing,” A`Via believes in the power of personal strengths as the cornerstone for conquering these challenges. Passionate about the process of healing, A`Via is devoted to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and discover their own paths to well-being.

 

I am from thee Great State of Texas, Dallas to be exact. I graduated from West Anchorage High School in 2010. I have lived in Florida and Texas before moving back to Alaska. I earned my Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health from Charter College (2017) and my Bachelor of Arts in Complementary and Alternative Health from Ashford University (2020). I have spent over ten years working in the medical field in various settings and specialties, with five years working in pediatrics. I have experience working with children and adults of diverse cultures and backgrounds. I am a former cheerleader, dancer, and high school cheerleading coach. Dance is one of my passions; someday, I want to incorporate dance into therapy.

 

I love spending my free time with my husband, close friends, and family. I also enjoy traveling, learning about different cultures, and trying new foods. My two loving fur babies accompany me as I enjoy Alaska's landscape.