After serving as an oncology chaplain she became interested in the needs of adolescent and young adult patients and how their spiritual/existential beliefs impact their coping and overall quality of life. She completed her MDiv at Princeton Theological Seminary and BA in Sociology and Community Development at Spring Arbor University. Geila completed her MPH in Health Behavior and Education at the University of Michigan. In her free time she enjoys playing board games, reading a good mystery, and tending to her flock of chickens.