Jess is a licensed mental health clinician and professional bodybuilder from Maryland. She has always held significant love and respect for dogs, beginning in her very early years with her childhood family dog, who, outside of her older brother and younger sister, was her first friend. As an advocate for mental health and emotional well-being, Jess believes strongly in the alliance between the unconditional love of a pet and the emotional vulnerability of humans, allowing their pet’s love to influence their emotional wellness. Jess is humbled and honored to contribute to the Kennel to Couch mission, supporting and improving the lives of pitbulls and those who love them.