A little more about me…

I became a therapist because I understand how challenging it can be to seek help. I grew up in a Latino household, held together with Latino cultural expectations and traditional Christian values, where therapy is often stigmatized. Growing up, I was taught to keep emotional struggles within the family, making it difficult to access the support I needed. This personal experience drives my passion to create a safe, supportive space for others, especially those from Latinx and BIPOC communities, to break through these barriers and access the care they deserve.

credentials

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NYS) - License # 012503

Trainings/certifications

Emotionally Focused Therapy (Certification In Progress) - Ackerman Institute

Motivational Interviewing (Part I and Part II) at Pride Health Research Consortium, December 2019

A glimpse of the therapy process

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals and couples strengthen emotional bonds and improve communication. For Latinx and BIPOC clients, EFT can address intergenerational trauma and emotional disconnection, creating a space to heal attachment wounds and foster healthier, more secure relationships, especially when used with couples.

  • This approach focuses on providing a non-judgmental, supportive environment where you can openly explore your identity and experiences. For Latinx and BIPOC clients, it offers a safe space to navigate cultural pressures while empowering them to fully express themselves.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for managing anxiety and depression. For Latinx and BIPOC clients, CBT offers practical coping tools to disrupt internalized negative beliefs shaped by cultural and societal pressures.

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative approach that helps you resolve ambivalence and clarify your motivations for change. For Latinx and BIPOC clients, it offers a culturally sensitive space to voice your personal goals while navigating external and cultural expectations.

My Approach

When I named my practice Collab eHealing, I wanted it to reflect my core mission: to work closely with folx eager to discover their true selves, clarify their life goals, and identify what may be standing in the way of their authenticity. My approach is built on collaboration—together, we navigate life’s challenges and foster meaningful growth.

If you're seeking a therapist who is both direct and compassionate, we may be a good match. I support clients seeking to recognize the patterns that hold them back and develop practical, healthy strategies to confront and move past difficult experiences. Therapy can be challenging, but I’ll be there every step of the way, providing support and guidance throughout your journey.

education

EdD in Curriculum and Instruction, Health and Wellness Focus - American College of Education (in progress)

MA in Forensic Mental Health Counseling - John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, December 2019

MA in Forensic Psychology - John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, December 2018

BA in Forensic Psychology - John Jay College of Criminal Justice. CUNY, December 2016