Independent Contractor

Justina is a bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed professional counselor and licensed chemical dependency counselor. She has had over 13 years of experience working in the mental health field and has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, residential, inpatient/outpatient, university, military & family life counseling, Central and South American immigrant emergency shelters, marriage and family life, and substance use/addictions. She works with a broad range and severity of clinical issues.

Justina tailors her treatment approach to her client’s needs while being sensitive to how their own personal cultural identities and lifestyle choices impact their experience. She uses a person-centered, solution-focused, practical, multicultural, and cognitive behavioral approach in treatment. Her evidence-based techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.

“My dedication to the field of mental health stems from my personal experience with it. I grew up with family members living with mental illness and I have personally overcome some mental health challenges over the course of my lifetime. I know firsthand that having mental health concerns can be difficult. There is still so much stigma around having mental health issues, the process for getting help can be overwhelming, and it can feel so frustrating and lonely. That is why I am here: to tell you that, though life changes, those changes can be wonderful, and I am a testament to finding support and taking small steps to taking care of yourself.

I would describe my style as friendly and supportive, but I am also prepared to receive and assist you in overcoming your struggles from the get-go. We can work together at prioritizing, setting goals, and achieving them, at your pace!”

Bilingual, Relationship/Marital Issues, Communication, ADHD, Life Coaching, Learning Styles, Anxiety, Career Difficulties, Military & Family Life, Christian Counseling, Anger Management, Complex trauma/abuse, Depression