Contributors

Alicia Ortega
Mental Health Counselor
University of Akron Master’s degree, Counseling 2018-2021
Kent State University Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology 2013-2017
As she relocated, first from Cleveland to Philadelphia, she decided to make a change and use her mental health training and experiences to impact lives on a much broader scale, which is what she does now as a wellness writer. Alicia uses her expertise to help those who might not have access to a traditional mental health provider or coach. In her free time, she’s an avid movie reviewer, aspiring painter, and total foodie.

Cliff Stamp
Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counselor
Arkansas State University Master’s degree, Rehabilitation Counseling 1993-1995
Arkansas State University Bachelor’s degree, BS in Psychology (General)1989-1993
He also have nine years of experience as a university adjunct instructor, teaching English Composition, American Literature, and Technical Writing.

Josh Shafley
ICU Nurse
Elmhurst University Masters of Entry in Nursing Practice 2022-2024
Wheaton College Bachelors of Applied Health Science, Spanish 2018-2022
Josh works full-time as a registered nurse in an intensive care unit in Denver, Colorado. He also has experience working as an EMT in Chicago, Illinois.
In his free time, Josh enjoys writing, building websites, Brazilian jiujitsu, and hiking.