ABOUT US
Meet Our Team
Our Therapists
Monique Jacobo-Evans, LCSW
CLINICAL THERAPIST
Clinical Expertise:
Anxiety & Depression
Working through trauma
New moms & Motherhood
The First Generation Experience
Relationships with Moms
Black women
Pinay
Mixed experience
Young women- 30s
Jessica Hernandez,
LCSW
CLINICAL THERAPIST
Clinical Expertise:
Anxiety & Depression
PTSD/CPTSD
QTBIPOC
Intersectionality & Identity
Grief & Loss
Christina Vasquez-Leiva, LCSW
CLINICAL THERAPIST
Clinical Expertise:
Immigrant Families & First Generation Experience
Domestic Violence
Alcohol & Other Drug use
Couples Work
Codependency
Vanessa Solis, LCSW
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Clinical Expertise:
Identity Development & Intersectionality
Self-Esteem & Relationships
Racial Trauma & the Mixed Race Experience
Self Doubt & Imposter Syndrome
Our Support Team
Leah Tagatac
Practice Manager
Hi there, I’m Leah, and I am the Practice Manager for the EMTC team! I was born in the Philippines but have lived in Santa Barbara, California majority of my life.
Nia Padilla
Client Care Coordinator
Hello! My name is Nia, and I'm thrilled to be part of Empowered Mind Therapy Center as the Client Care Coordinator! I’m here to answer any questions you may have about starting your healing journey. Being Puerto Rican living in NYC, I bring a unique perspective and a deep commitment to empowering marginalized communities. I've worked extensively in politics around social justice causes and am passionate about creating positive change. My work has ranged from teaching early childhood how to garden in East Harlem to helping elect pro-choice candidates win elections. Outside of work, I love to sing and dance, enjoy live music, and am a true food enthusiast who loves exploring new spots. Time in nature is my happy place, especially the beach. I’m honored to contribute to EMTC's mission of providing high-quality mental health services and making a meaningful impact in the lives of the people we serve.
How We Can Help
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Gain a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values. Change old behavior patterns and develop new ways to deal with the tough stuff.
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) is a special type of therapy that is focused on breaking down negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself, that stem from traumatic or disturbing events.
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Brainspotting is a special type of therapy that is focused on bypassing the "thinking" part of our brain, to access the deeper emotional and body-based parts of the brain.
Ready to Get Started?
Our Client Care Coordinator is ready to connect you with a therapist who is the best fit for you, your unique experience, needs and goals.
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