Kaela originally joined Voices Together as their first intern in August 2023. In April 2024, she joined the team as a full-time music therapist. After attending Utah State University, she graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in music therapy and a minor in entrepreneurship within the arts. Before joining Voices Together, Kaela worked at SchoolPulse, a suicide prevention service, providing support to teens and adolescents across the country. 

During her time at Voices Together, she has had the opportunity to expand her understanding of the world of neurodiversity and has developed strong values of clinical curiosity, empathy, and advocacy. She has worked with this population in various settings, including schools, community groups, and mental health facilities.

After moving from Utah out to North Carolina, Kaela has felt right at home at Voices Together. She looks forward to continuing to learn and grow in the field, drawing on inspiration from both her colleagues and her clients. 

Fun Fact:

Kaela loves reading and writing poetry, and has a goal to print and bind a collection of her poems someday.