Sarah Mendoza completed her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at the University of Central Florida (UCF). She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. Her research interests include trauma, attachment theory and addictions. Sarah is an active member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), the Florida Counseling Association (FCA), and the UCF Counselor Education Doctoral Student Organization (CEDSO). Sarah is a McNair Fellowship recipient and is an AACTE Holmes Scholar.