Staff

Jack is a recent Loyola graduate with a passion for mental health advocacy. Through his lived experience with mental health struggles, he is eager to bring healing and hope to others in need.

Kayla is a dedicated junior in high school with a passion for mental health advocacy. Actively involved in multiple mental health clubs at her school, she works to create open conversations about mental health and support systems for people in need.

Danielle Wear is a high school student and artist who plans to pursue a higher education in psychology to one day become a mental health professional.

Sophia Ortega is a freelance writer, Yoga intern, and studied mental health treatment in accessibility, anxiety, and depression.

Roxana holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Spanish. She is passionate about helping her community and is planning on pursuing a Master’s in Social Work. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and trying new recipes.

Nadine was born in Chicago. Christian, woman, human being, bisexual, partnered, sister, aunt and daughter. Nadine wants to help people reconcile their beliefs and sexuality or recommend outside resources via our helpline.

Meghana is a Senior studying psychology at Loyola University Chicago. She hopes to pursue her masters in counseling so that one day she can help others. Passionate about mental health advocacy, she joined Step Up For Mental Health to raise awareness and help those facing mental health challenges.

Mia Serrano is a psychology student at Loyola University Chicago who’s passionate about helping others and supporting mental health awareness. She enjoys learning how emotional wellness and accessible resources can make a difference in people’s everyday lives.

Phoebe is a Psychology student at Loyola University Chicago. There, she supports her peers as a small group leader within a Christian ministry, a tutor in the Writing Center, and a student ambassador in the Undergraduate Admissions Office. Phoebe's passion for providing peer support and connecting people to resources to help them thrive led her to join the Step Up for Mental Health team.

Moriah is a senior, double majoring in Cognitive/Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology. She hopes to pursue a PhD in clinical psychology. She is passionate about mental health awareness, especially youths and educating people more about mental health and wellness.

Sophie is a senior psychology major at Loyola University Chicago. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in social work after graduation, with a strong interest in supporting individuals and communities through mental health-focused practice.

Eman is a psychology major at Loyola University Chicago who is passionate about mental health, emotional well-being, and creating supportive spaces where people feel heard. She is especially interested in reducing stigma around mental health.

Kayla is a third-year student at Loyola University Chicago pursuing a BS in Psychology with a minor in Business Management. She joined Step Up For Mental Health because she is passionate about understanding human behavior and creating positive, inclusive environments.