I decided to become a volunteer with CHTA because I have experienced and worked through past trauma myself. Through that journey. I learned that it is not as simple as people think and if we take the time to look at ourselves, many of us have experienced a trauma that has had an effect on how we see ourselves and the world around us and we may not always realize it. I love that CHTA specializes in trauma by helping people better understand, identify and deal with trauma of all types. My passion is helping people and aligning myself with organizations that do the same. I want to use my knowledge and experience both personal and professional to help CHTA reach and help as many people as possible including those who may be suffering silently.