I’m a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and the Health Program Supervisor for Healthy St. Pete, an amazing program offered through the City of St. Petersburg’s P & R Department. I geek out about recreation, especially when it comes to promoting well-being and making lives better.
Back in the day, I received my Bachelor’s degree in Recreation from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. That is when my lifelong love affair with Therapeutic Recreation, Outdoor Recreation, and Positive Psychology began.
Can you tell I’m a little bit passionate about this stuff?
Ever since becoming a CTRS in October 2012, I’ve had the privilege of working with all sorts of organizations and people. We’ve used recreation to bring smiles, improve lives, and create some hilarious and truly wonderful memories.
If you are wondering how I got onto the path of creating online content and educational resources, it all began in the fall of 2018. I was going through an incredibly tough time after losing someone dear to me. To channel my emotions and find healing, I started this online blog called Grow Through Flow. Little did I know, it would grow into something much bigger—a thriving business called Grow Through Flow LLC.
Life can be surprising, right?
Over the past five years, I’ve been on an incredible journey. From nerding out and creating online courses and connecting with amazing professionals during keynote presentations to hosting fun online workshops and planning TR Retreats – it’s been a blast! I’ve even had the opportunity to present to one of my favorite childhood brands, Crayola.
Who says adults can’t have fun with crayons?
When I’m not busy doing my thing, you’ll catch me soaking up the Florida sunshine in St. Petersburg. I’m all about an active lifestyle—riding my bike, trying not to wipe out on my rollerblades, hitting the gym, running on the beach, paddling on a kayak, and exploring new places whenever wanderlust strikes (which is pretty often).
But enough about me!
I’m all about collaborating with awesome folks like you to make a real difference. Let’s connect and explore how we can infuse some magic into people’s lives through therapeutic recreation and creative expression. It’s time to embark on a journey of growth, well-being, and unforgettable experiences together.
Feel free to reach out, my friend. Let’s make this world a better place, one fun-filled adventure at a time!