Daria Ulanovska

My long-term goal is to open an international, independent organization that provides psychological support to people in developing countries — regardless of race, gender, nationality, or background. I want to create real access to mental health care where it is often overlooked or ignored.

Alongside this, I plan to develop an animated series based on A Court of Thorns and Roses, using the characters and storylines to highlight psychological trauma and healing. Animation is one of the most effective ways to reach people emotionally and visually — especially through accessible platforms like television and streaming.

My career path will begin with becoming a licensed mental health counselor, but my goal is not only to practice psychology — I want to help reshape how people understand trauma, therapy, and emotional resilience. Eventually, in my mid-40s, I would love to become a professor and share everything I’ve learned with the next generation — to pass on passion, purpose, and vision to future mental health professionals.

I am accepted by the University of South Alabama!!!

I have a variety of hobbies. One of my very first hobbies, in a way, is constantly looking for something new and creative to do. For example, recently I tried playing the drums and doing Pilates on special machines called reformers. I’ve also done running, kickboxing, and boxing.

Besides that, I’ve explored different kinds of dance — from ballroom and Latin dances to sports dancing and even pole dance. At different times, I also tried to get into team sports like volleyball, football, and basketball. Volleyball worked out really well for me one summer — I was playing almost every day and truly enjoyed it.

Right now, my main active hobbies are Pilates, reading, and discovering new things. I love doing Pilates because it strengthens me from the inside, and it’s one of those moments when my mind finally switches off. I love reading because it inspires me to create and helps shape who I am. And I love exploring new things, because it always leads to unexpected discoveries and interesting new connections.