Danielle started her career in social work in 2013 as an intern working for the State of Indiana Department of Child Services until she became certified as a Family Case Manager in 2014 upon obtaining her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Ball State University. She completed investigations of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and child fatalities for almost three years. She then relocated to Colorado where she worked as a Sexual Abuse Caseworker at Jefferson County Human Services. Danielle worked closely with youth and young adults who had been charged and victims of sexual crimes. Danielle also is certified in case management and is a certified in providing training for Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Prevention of Sexually Abusive Behaviors in Childhood and Adolescence. Danielle has conducted trainings for professional groups, educators, paraprofessionals and lay caregivers-where she has discussed many topics pertaining to sexual violence prevention and rehabilitation.

Danielle is passionate about educating the public on the taboo subject of sexual violence and sexual health. She has more than six years of experience working in sexual assault and crisis intervention, experience with individual group facilitations, and building partnerships with other professionals and community organizations. Danielle graduated with her Master’s of Social Work from the University of Denver in 2018.

In her spare time, Danielle enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs. You can find her exploring new places and hiking.