Kristina Tandler

When I was in high school, I took a psychology class that really interested me, and I've always been that friend who wanted to help others, even as a kid. That psychology class led me to start studying psychology in college, and the more I got through that program, the more my interest shifted to social work and how to better connect with people and have that deeper understanding of others, what they're going through and how they're feeling. I started my career doing outpatient behavioral health services around 2015, and I've been working as a school-based social worker for the past four years. In the school setting, I focus on providing social-emotional supports to students, identifying triggers, and helping them with emotional regulation. I'm passionate about advocating for equal access and ensuring that all children feel included and like they belong. As a lifelong learner, I've pursued multiple master's degrees, including forensic psychology, healthcare administration, and most recently, a Master's in Social Work that I just graduated with in October. Going through my MSW while working in a school was really eye-opening because I was able to take what I was learning and put it right into practice through my internship.