"Erica Jane Busa is a Marriage and Family Therapist trainee currently pursuing her graduate studies at Western Seminary. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Religious Education from Doane Baptist Bible Institute in 2018 during her time as a student and missionary in the Philippines, and has also completed Early Childhood Education coursework at Foothill-De Anza College.

With several years of experience teaching young children, Erica developed a deep appreciation for the emotional and developmental needs of kids. That understanding grew even more personal when she became a mother. The transition into motherhood opened her eyes to how profoundly a parent’s presence, mental health, and emotional availability can shape a child’s inner world. It also exposed the hidden layers of exhaustion, identity shifts, and loneliness that often come with parenting—especially in the postpartum season. These experiences have inspired Erica to walk alongside other parents and mothers, offering support, compassion, and hope during this tender and transformative stage of life.