2023 Mandala Vision Board — Steph Guillén

Dec 20

“2023 Mandala Vision Board” (2022)

This Year’s Goals:
“I create the life I want to live.”
Lots of self-care
Improve my health, mentally and physically
Continue with a vegan diet, transition to whole foods, and eliminate processed foods
Improve my heart health with diet and exercise
Move to a lower elevation, with a more humid environment
Buy a home or be close to buying a home
Healthy and happy marriage
Continue pursuing my dreams
Expand on my creativity
Follow my inner voice and wisdom
Explore and travel
Successfully continue with my MA program in art therapy and counseling, build my confidence, learn, and grow
“Wonders.” “Love.” “Treasure.” “Listen to the wise voice in your heart.” “The universe always provides for me.” “Sacred.” “Purpose.” “Stars.” “Creativity.” “Each day of my life is filled with joy and love.” “Dreams.” “Explore.” “I crave healthy, nutritious foods.” “Rainbow.” “Meditation.” “Happiness.” “Crossing a desert.” “Plantastic.” “My body is healthy and full of energy.” “Awareness.” “Triumph.” “Positivity.” “Confidence.” “Focus.”
© Steph Guillén

I’m an art therapy and counseling master’s degree program student, as well as an artist, writer, and program director with a strong background in communications, photography, art, and job search/employment strategies. I have a passion for uplifting marginalized communities through means that champion knowledge, growth, and empowerment. My professional history largely resides in working with unemployed mid-to-high level executives, refugees, immigrants, and newcomers from the Middle East. I’ve advocated for and empowered these communities through the mediums of online graphic communications, writing, education, workshops, program development, and art.

I combine skills in art, graphics, photography, writing, project management, content creation, social media, advocacy/awareness initiatives, program development, and research to make a positive impact.

Certificates in: Positive Psychology, The Science of Well-Being, Creative Writing, Therapeutic Art Life Coaching, Career Brand Management, and Social Media Marketing. Education in Graphic Communications Technology, Photography, Middle Eastern Studies, and International Relations. Pursuing a competitive M.A. program in Art Therapy & Counseling.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Middle Eastern Studies while working full-time.

• Nominated for membership in Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society, Sigma lota Rho Honor Society, and The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement.

• Recipient of the Global Goodwill Ambassador’s Humanitarian Award in recognition of years of impactful volunteer work, primarily in the refugee and international arena.

• Inducted into the Golden Key International Society with a 4.0 GPA in Middle Eastern Studies.

• Invited and accepted into the following committees and board: YMCA International’s Refugee College Scholarship Committee five years in a row, YMCA International’s Triumph of the Human Spirit Art Selection Committee two years in a row, United Nations Association of Houston Board Member & Global Classroom Liaison, World Refugee Day-Houston’s Panel Committee and Fundraising Committee.