I’m a UX/UI designer based in Orange County, California. My path here wasn’t exactly a straight line—it was more of a winding road full of curiosity, trial and error, and a lot of learning.

I started off studying neuroscience, fascinated by the tenacity and fragility of the mind. But spending my days in a research lab just didn’t feel right—I wanted to connect directly with people. So, without a clear direction and crumbling ambitions, a friend referred me to an IT role. I was told I didn’t have the 'right' qualifications on paper, but the manager saw something in me and took a chance. Over time, I adopted extra responsibilities like bridging the gap between frustrated clients and our development team. I helped break down technical issues in a way that made sense to people and made sure their concerns were heard. If our client was ever upset, it was my job to understand why.

One night, before heading home after a long shift, I checked in on my client who seemed stressed due to changes in their business. We spoke for hours and it became a conversation I still remember fondly. My client reminded me why I wanted to help people in the first place, and it pushed me to go back to school to study psychology. I wanted to understand people better, support them and make a difference.

That journey eventually led me to UX/UI design—where I get to blend my love for human behavior with problem-solving and technology. To me, design isn’t just about making things look good; it’s about understanding the systems and people involved to create solutions that feel purposeful and natural.

I’ve taken a few detours to get here, but looking back, every step shaped the way I approach design today: with empathy, curiosity, and a drive to make things better for the people who use them.