sums up her personality and zest for life. I keep it in my wallet to remind me to always explore and try new things. Tell us about the best/most rewarding project you've ever worked on. Anyone who works with kids can tell you that every day comes as a whole new challenge. The best reward is how it feels to take a child out of pain and make it a great experience. Every hug I get reminds me why I love my job so much.
ALLISON SIMMONS
Pediatric Dentist, Pensacola Kids Dentistry What makes your job 'click' for you? I've wanted to be a dentist for as long as I can remember. Dentistry is such a wonderful combination of art and science. In pediatrics, I love the challenge of turning something scary into something fun. Plus it makes it okay to act like a kid every day. What's the best advice you've ever been given? I have a post-it note from my late mother that reads, “When’s the last time you did something for the first time?” It really
What's on your regular reading list (magazines, newspapers, blogs, etc…)? PNJ is my go to local news source. Other favorites include Garden and Gun and Southern living. I can’t resist People magazine and fashion blogs.
Congratulations Megan Rich You are a Rising Star in our community. We appreciate your passion and dedication in making it a better place.
What keeps you in Pensacola? Pensacola is my husband’s hometown, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I quickly fell in love and was overwhelmed by how friendly everyone is. It has everything you could ever want, a vibrant downtown, beautiful beaches and the perfect amount of southern charm.
2) No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, show up, and never give up. Tell us about the best/most rewarding project you've ever worked on. The most rewarding project that I've had the privilege to work on was through the Gulf Coast Veterans a Health Care System. The Behavioral Health department put on an event to raise money and awareness for homeless veterans. I was able to provide brief psychological services to veterans in crisis.
PAIGE SPENCER STEPHENSON Licensed Psychologist, Psychological Associates, PA
What makes your job 'click' for you? I've always wanted to help people and make a difference in their lives. My job allows me to help people reach their goals and improve themselves. I use positive psychology to facilitate personal growth and development. Working as a psychologist allows me to learn new things every day.
What's on your regular reading list (magazines, newspapers, blogs, etc…)? Inweekly What keeps you in Pensacola? I was raised in Pensacola and absolutely love the area. My entire family resides in Pensacola. I moved home after finishing graduate school to be close to my family and friends. I enjoy the beautiful beaches. I have also thoroughly enjoyed witnessing the downtown area grow and blossom.
What's the best advice you've ever been given? 1) Never make a permanent decision based on a temporary emotion.
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