Meet Our Advocates

Born and raised in Wisconsin and completed my Bachelors in Social Work at Northern Michigan University and my Masters in Social work at The University of South Carolina-Columbia. 

We are a military family so I have had the opportunity to serve communities not only in Northern Michigan but also Charleston, SC, Oahu Hawaii, and now in Southern California. 

I approach every family, patient, and client with a person-centered approach. I strongly believe in meeting those in need where they are at and providing empathy, compassion, and support. I am passionate about advocating for others, connecting people with resources, and helping them find community where they need it. 

I am a dog-mom. In my free time, I enjoy reading, photography, crafting, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. 

Areli obtained her BSW, MSW, and Certificate in Trauma and Bereavement from Arizona State University. She has devoted her time to advocacy and education around youth mental health, including grief and trauma.

Through empathy and compassion, she hopes to meet families where they are and bridge the gap between their most immediate needs and support. Areli is also a foster mom, a dog mom, and enjoys practicing hot yoga in her spare time.