Alysa is a graduate from the UCI where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She has experience working in pediatric therapy settings with children with neurodevelopmental disorders, where she has developed a passion for building rapport and supporting each child’s individual needs and growth. Alysa plans to pursue a doctorate degree in occupational therapy with the long-term goal of working as an occupational therapist in hospital and inpatient rehabilitation settings. She hopes to help others build greater independence and participate more fully in the activities that are meaningful to them.