SOCIAL WORKER
Mercedes Benson, LMSW
Year of Hire
2023
Education
University at Buffalo, Buffalo NY, Master of Social Work (MSW)
Daemen University, BA in Psychology
Board Certifications
Licensed Master Social Worker
Who has been an inspirational person to you in your career?
My undergrad cohort professor. She was so instrumental in inspiring me to be the best version of myself and taught me that challenges are important parts of life that help you learn and become stronger.
What is something unique in your educational experience?
When I was an undergrad, a requirement for completing my BA in Psychology was to complete a thesis. I feel this makes me unique because I was able to develop crucial skills such as time management, organizing and planning early on. The ability to undertake research really helped me develop stronger critical thinking and communication skills which I feel truly helped me in graduate school.