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

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Jessica Hernandez,
LCSW

CLINICAL THERAPIST

Clinical Expertise:
Anxiety & Depression

PTSD/CPTSD

QTBIPOC

Intersectionality & Identity

Grief & Loss

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Christina Vasquez-Leiva, LCSW

CLINICAL THERAPIST

Clinical Expertise:
Immigrant Families & First Generation Experience

Domestic Violence

Alcohol & Other Drug use

Couples Work

Codependency

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Vanessa Solis, LCSW

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Clinical Expertise:
Identity Development & Intersectionality

Self-Esteem & Relationships

Racial Trauma & the Mixed Race Experience

Self Doubt & Imposter Syndrome

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Our Support Team


Yesenia Camacho

Operations Manager

Hi there, I’m Yesenia, and I am the Operations Manager for the EMTC team! I am originally from New York City but am currently based out of Ventura County, California. I graduated from Rosemont College and have over 10 years of experience in operational management. I love traveling, crafting, and having movie nights with my husband and our two children.

As a Latine woman, I recognize the importance of healing and prioritizing mental health and breaking the cultural stigma that has damaged so many BIPOC communities. My favorite part about being on the team is that I provide support internally, giving them the space to do what they do best — support our clients on their healing journeys.


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 

  • 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.

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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.