“Those factors ultimately drew me to La Salle.” While studying, Stahlheber’s instincts about the faculty and externship opportunities at La Salle were proved right. “It became apparent when interacting with colleagues from other universities that La Salle had equipped me exceptionally well for the transition from academia to professional practice.” “I have never doubted my knowledge, skills, or abilities because of how the La Salle graduate program prepared me,” she said. No matter the setting she’s working with clients in, though, Stahlheber’s favorite thing about her job remains the same: empowering children, teenagers, and young adults through communication.