Ashley Harris

Hello, I'm a Mental Health Psychology major with a minor In Behavioral Neuro Science. I was born on Fort Jackson Military Base in South Carolina and moved to Georgia at a very young age. I got my Cosmetology license in 2010 from Proway hair school in Atlanta, Ga and received my Paraprofessional certification in 2020 where I became a substitute teacher for a few years. I enjoy swimming, fishing, and spending time with my many younger cousins. I believe I was born a caretaker by nature as I helped take care of many family members young and old. I made the decision to go back to school after struggling with my own mental health issues for years. I needed to know why I experienced the world the way I did and taking this journey has changed and challenged my perspective on how I experience life now. I'm a hard working individual who has turned challenges into fuel for growth. Having overcome mental health struggles, I've built both emotional and physical strength that keeps me moving forward with intentional purpose. Strength isn't something your born with-its something you build. Through life's challenges, I've learned that resilience means showing up during the toughest of times and finding power in the process of healing, growing, and evolving. I've faced obstacles that could have broken me, but instead, they revealed my capacity to bend without breaking. My dream is to live a financially secure life- not just for myself, but to uplift others and improve the quality of life of those around me, especially my mother who is the driving force behind me. I believe in resilience, self-improvement, and the impact of showing up every day with grit and heart. SNHU has been a vital point in how I interact with myself and others, and it was the best decision I could have ever made. Once I learned the importance of changing the way I view life and the people in it, new doors opened, decision making skills became clearer, and a level head prevailed. I'm so grateful for the many resources this school has provided and would choose SNHU time and time again. My story is one of perseverance, adaptability, and an unwavering belief in GOD with who I rise stronger, wiser, and more whole than before. My Journey hasn't been easy, but every step has made me stronger- and I'm just getting started!!!