Melissa Jean, Author at Step Up For Mental Health

By Melissa Jean

Melissa Jean is currently a student at Loyola University Chicago working towards earning her bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in biology. Her aspiration is to pursue a career in the field of clinical psychology. Passionate about mental health and wanting to help support individuals with mental health disorders, she hopes to create a meaningful impact on the lives of others through mental health treatment and advocacy.

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