Who We Are
In the beginning of high school, I took a soccer cleat to the head and spent the following year of my life recovering. I felt so isolated. Now, with many years of distance and seeing several friends suffer from concussions too, I’ve come to see that the very nature of concussions prevents people from finding a sense of community. Concussion Box is my way of trying to change that.
When I’m not working on Concussion Box, I attend Wesleyan University, play frisbee, run, backpack, and cook.
I work with many organizations to develop websites and market their services. Although I have never had a serious concussion myself, a few people who I hold dearest to my heart have suffered from traumatic brain injuries. Working for Concussion Box is more than just a job for me; it’s a new opportunity every day to utilize my skill set to extend my love to the entire concussion community.
When I’m not working on our website or creating marketing content, I spend my time exploring the outdoors with my dog.
I am a practicing Physical Therapist, wife, and mother of two daughters in Vacaville, CA. I have worked in the rehab world for over 22 years, and have been a licensed PT for 11 of those years. Currently, I am a board certified specialist in Orthopedics and greatly enjoy treating athletes. In 2015, I began working at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, where I was trained in treating concussion patients. I later helped lead the concussion program and have provided numerous lectures at schools regarding post concussion syndrome. I also greatly enjoy dancing, playing with my children, kayaking, playing piano, and cooking.
I am a storyteller at heart and believe strongly in the healing power of sharing and receiving stories. The intention of Concussion Box to engage with the holistic and community aspects of healing drew me to this organization. My work at Concussion Box is centered around my belief that recovery begins with the permission to be seen and heard. I aim to be the person who sees and hears others’ truth by collecting and uplifting real individual’s concussion stories. I bring a sense of curiosity, empathy, creativity, and love to my work here.
When I’m not working on Concussion Box, I attend Boston University, write music, lead a meditation group, bike, hike, garden, and thoroughly embarrass myself by dancing in public.
Interested in joining the team? Email info@concussionbox.org