Mariah Machuca

Hi there! I’m so excited to be joining Bloom as a student intern. Before joining Bloom’s team, I earned a bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Central Florida, and I’m currently working toward my Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of South Florida. Prior to starting graduate school, I worked as a Care Navigator in teletherapy settings, guiding individuals as they navigated therapy for the first time. I also volunteered as a Crisis Counselor with the Crisis Text Line, supporting individuals in moments of emotional distress. Through these experiences, it became clear to me that mental healthcare needed more champions who show up with patience, curiosity, and empathy, especially for those who are still figuring out how to ask for help. Being a teen or young adult comes with a lot of challenges: pressure from so many different directions, navigating all kinds of relationships, and the list goes on. With so many stressors already in your life, my goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down and explore your feelings.