About

Professional Journey

My career began in Human Resources, where I developed a strong focus on employee relations, well-being, and health programs. This passion for supporting others naturally inspired me to pursue a career in psychology, allowing me to continue empowering individuals toward personal and professional growth. In 2021, I expanded my path by embarking on a part-time venture into Marriage and Family Therapy, fueled by my commitment to mental health and interpersonal support.

Today, I continue to work in Human Resources for a nonprofit organization and serve as a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for teens and adults both in Hermosa Beach and virtually across California, under the supervision of Dr. Vanessa Isetta, Psy.D., License #PSY20941.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology with Enlaces certification, and I am trained to provide therapy in both English and Spanish.

Bilingual & Bicultural

Have you ever felt like you’re not from here, but not fully from there either? Same here. But the truth is — we’re from both places! Being bilingual in English and Spanish enables me to connect with and support diverse communities, particularly within the South Bay area of Los Angeles County, where I have spent most of my life. My bicultural background enriches both my personal and professional interactions, helping me bridge cultures with empathy and understanding.

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

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My Identities

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers/Ella  

Gender: Female

Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual 

Cultural Identity: Mexican-American 

Languages: English and Español

My Education

Graduate School: Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los Angeles

Degree: Master of Science in Counseling Psychology 

Specialization: Marriage and Family Therapy 

Specialization: ¡Enlaces! Certificate program trained to work with the diversity of cultures in the Spanish-speaking community.

Undergraduate School: California State University, Long Beach

Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (Human Communication)

My Core Values

  • Approaching all areas of my life with integrity.

  • Acknowledging my feelings and processing them with compassion.

  • Addressing people and situations not only with empathy but also with compassion.

  • Making sure people around me feel seen.

  • Viewing the community and world with a justice lens.

  • The willingness to continue learning and evolving, and unlearning destructive behaviors.

  • Being aware of my biases and not letting them affect my work with others.  

  • Prioritizing time for physical activity when possible.

  • My Catholic faith, while holding progressive views emphasizing compassion, inclusivity, and respect.

  • Fostering an inclusive, empowering space for immigrants, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities, and people impacted by incarceration.

  • Advocating for social, political, scientific, health, educational, and cultural progress to foster inclusivity, innovation, and positive change for all.