Hi, I’m Rusmery Freeman. I moved from New Jersey to Tampa a few years ago and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Rutgers University and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida State University, and I’ve spent over eleven years working alongside people through life’s transitions, stressors, and healing moments. My work has spanned child welfare, healthcare, and community-based mental health support. I’ve served as a Family Service Specialist with the Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P), supporting families during periods of crisis, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. I’ve also worked as a Medical Case Manager for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, helping people navigate complex systems while honoring their emotional well-being, autonomy, and lived experience. ​ During my graduate internship at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, I worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide clinical social work services to veterans, with a focus on trauma-informed care, emotional regulation, and adjustment to life changes. I worked closely with supporting older adults through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), where I conducted assessments and helped create care plans that support not only physical health, but emotional wellness, identity, and independence. In addition, I currently work part time providing high- quality therapy through telehealth and in-person services with Hope Psychotherapy and Consulting Services. I provide therapy for individuals, couples, children, and groups using a collaborative, client centered approach that creates space for reflection, growth and healing. ​ At the core of my work is a therapy-informed approach: meeting people where they are, creating space for honest conversations, and recognizing that healing isn’t linear. I believe in normalizing conversations around mental health, burnout, boundaries, and self-worth, especially for young adults navigating change, pressure, and identity shifts. Growth can be uncomfortable, but with connection, reflection, and support, it can also be deeply empowering.