Erika Pabon

Hello, adventurers! My name is Erika (she/they), and I am a Master of Social Work student intern. In D&D terms, you might think of me as a chaotic-good wizard from the School of Mental Health, with a social work background—and a grimoire that looks suspiciously like the DSM-5.

I am a proud nerd who loves pop culture in all its forms, including D&D, art, music, anime, cosplaying, books, and internet culture. Some might say I’m trilingual, as I speak English, Spanish, and memes. When appropriate, I enjoy incorporating pop culture references into my work, and if a client has an interest I’m unfamiliar with, I make it a point to learn more about it.

Mental health has played a significant role in my life—through personal experiences, the experiences of those close to me, and a long-standing fascination with the field. I truly love what I do, and my goal is to become a licensed clinician who helps people feel seen, heard, and supported without guilt or shame.

I had an incredible time being part of this podcast, and it’s inspired me to consider a new side quest in the future—perhaps starting my own podcast or documenting my journey toward licensure. I may need to consult a seer before committing. Thank you for taking the time to listen, and I hope you enjoy!

I don't have any social media or a website yet, but I've included my email if anyone would like to ask me questions, have any comments or feedback, or just to side quest and meet a new NPC.