Jocie Torres

Jocie Torres is a first-generation student at Eastern Washington University, pursing a major in Psychology and a minor in Business. She is working toward getting her doctorate in Clinical Psychology and eventually opening her own independent practice specializing in therapy. She also hopes to work as a professor where she can build relationships with students who face difficulties as first-generation students.  Ultimately, Jocie plans to support first-generation students by creating a scholarship, while offering free guidance and services within her independent practice. She has found a passion in assisting others to provide a positive impact on people’s lives and futures.

Jocie’s research interests revolve around prioritizing psychologists’ mental health. She plans to investigate preventions and solutions to provide for the professionals whose jobs center around assisting others. She believes that maintaining a healthy mental state is a very important part of a healthy lifestyle, especially for those in the helping professions. 

Apart from her professional aspirations, Jocie enjoys connecting with her loved ones and having long conversations with close friends. She enjoys learning new developments, taking risks, and enjoying what the moment has in store for her.