Live from the 46th Convention: Oregon mental health specialist is surprised with the Never Quit Service Award

Amy Simpson is a mental health specialist in Oregon who relies on her own experience and struggles to connect with her clients.

“I help bridge the gap between addiction services and domestic violence services, and I’m an art therapist and drug and alcohol counselor,” said the member of Oregon AFSCME in a video shown during the 46th AFSCME International Convention. “I present them with media and options to explore and express, and it creates an atmosphere of ease and trust where I think they feel comfortable to start talking.”