I am 34 years old, single. I just completed the MS in Counseling program at Cal State Fullerton in May, and I have a full-time job as a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. I live in the Los Angeles area, currently renting a two-bedroom condo with a friend.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to travel without spending tons of money, and I like meeting interesting new people.

Interests

Recreational Interests: Hiking, backpacking, playing basketball, ultimate Frisbee, reading, eating and trying new foods, traveling, people.

Professional interests: Early childhood development and parenting practices, attachment theory

• reading
• traveling
• hiking
• backpacking
• skydiving
• basketball

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Chris Thile/Punch Brothers, Chili Peppers, Matisyahu, U2, Cake

Movies: The Matrix, Bourne Identity series, Uncle Buck, Bruce Almighty

Books: On Becoming a Person, Becoming Attached, Ender's Game

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Skydiving

Teach, Learn, Share

I am not seeking to teach or learn anything specific. I think learning (and therefore teaching) happens all the time in daily life. I'm sure we can learn plenty from each other in normal conversation.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Kindness, gratefulness, conversation, openness, a hug if desired. I'm not sure what else to put, but I'm sure there is more.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Japan, Mexico, Tanzania

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States