She has expertise in the areas of health effects of domestic violence, adolescent health, mental health, and sexual health. Her career has focused on increasing access to quality health care by providing care in nontraditional settings. She has developed numerous community collaborations prior to developing the FSHARP program. She received her Master of Science in Community Health Nursing from University of Michigan School of Nursing. She received a certificate in Sexual Health Counseling and Education from University of Michigan School of Social Work and is also a SANE nurse (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner).