Laine has a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies from Portland State University, and is certified as a Peer Wellness Specialist for Mental Health and Addiction.

They have extensive experience working with/in the LGBTQ+ community, providing crisis support, resources, system navigation, and creating/facilitating spaces for identity-specific social/communal connection. 

They are extremely passionate about a variety of issues, including the accessibility of holistic and trauma-informed mental healthcare.

Laine believes that someone’s first impression of a service provider can hugely impact their overall experience and the quality of care received.They carry these understandings with them in their approach to client care coordination, finding joy in making the first point of contact warm and welcoming, and connecting folks with the support they seek.

Outside of work, they engage in various forms of creative expression, including dance, karaoke and Guitar Hero. They have a deep love for nature and being silly whenever possible.