Dr. Emily Carter is a compassionate and progressive instructor in the Health faculty at the University of Waterloo. With a background in psychology and a passion for fostering independence in her students, she believes in treating young adults as the professionals they aspire to be. Having navigated her own experiences with medical trauma, she is particularly sensitive to her students’ needs and champions self-declaration, striving to create an equitable and understanding learning environment. Outside of teaching, Emily enjoys hiking the scenic trails around Waterloo and advocating for mental health awareness in academic settings.