My name is Shay 

I’m a white, queer, nonbinary, neurodivergent, middle-aged human that struggles with chronic pain and illness. I am committed to continue learning about the privileges I show up with and deconstructing the powers that harm marginalized populations.

I grew up on the land of the Pawtucket people near what we now call Boston, but I don't have the fun accent. My undergraduate degree is in art but could never figure what to do with that until I discovered art therapy. I spent over a decade living on the land of the Salish people in what we now call Seattle. I loved my time there and I am still in awe of the scenery. In July of 2025 I made my way back to the east coast and have landed in the tiny state of Rhode Island. I love anything that gets me in nature, being creative, watching documentaries and teaching myself to be handy by watching videos. I have 2 dogs named Cocoa and Pepper, who are hysterical and keep me on my toes. And on rare occasion, I snort when I laugh.