Wounds, Wisdom and a PhD.

Southern California native Carla L. is currently earning a Doctorate degree in Psychology. Carla's path to academic success and healing has been filled with many unexpected and complex obstacles. Dropping out of high school in the 10th grade & a history of substance abuse in her teens & early 20s. Carla has climbed the academic ladder of success. From earning her GED, becoming a certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor to enrolling in a Doctorate program in the fall of 2024.

After leaving a 14 year marriage filled with domestic violence and coercive control. Carla is currently on a path of healing for herself and her children, grandchildren. Now in her 50s, this is the first time in Carla's life that she is able to spend time getting to know herself. Working with a therapist to learn how to lay a healthy stable foundation for her family and break cycles of generational trauma. Prioritizing quality time with her family, creating new traditions and making blissful memories to look back on. 
 
*Apologies for the audio feedback issues with our mics. This was a challenging recording experience that I will make changes from moving forward.

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