Hello! I'm Trys - or T for short. I'm from Eastern KY and have made Lexington my home for the last 7 years. I completed my BS in Psychology with a minor in Social Welfare through EKU. Living in rural Appalachia, I knew from a young age I wanted to help others and quickly became fascinated with human behavior and mental health. I received my MSSW through University of Louisville Kent School for Social Work with a focus in mental health.
I believe health is a fundamental human right, and health equity is a key piece to moving humanity in the best direction. That includes mental and behavioral health. Before beginning my career in psychotherapy, I worked as a shelter youth advocate for displaced children and parents, as well as working as a registered behavior technician at an ABA clinic. My past work experience has sparked even more interest in both my understanding of behavior as communication and providing all populations with thorough care. Here at HealthFirst, I'm a Behavioral Health Consultant. I partner with patients of all ages as we work toward achieving their identified goals using various therapeutic interventions. I enjoy working with kids and adults alike, with special interest in working with people on the autism spectrum, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ population.
In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, spending time with my 4-legged children, playing video games, and reading.
