My journey began in my early years when my intuitive abilities and empathetic nature became apparent in how I processed and expressed emotions. My curiosity for understanding others was deepened when our family immigrated to Canada from Mexico.

My childhood including navigating challenging transitions between countries, initially from Mexico to Canada, then to the USA and ultimately returning to Canada.  I struggled to discern if I was a lost teenager finding my way or if the instability at home was impacting my performance at school. My first experience with counselling came through a child and youth worker at my high school. At the time, I felt a sense of shame for needing help, but we would meet regularly to address challenges stemming from my parents’ separation and their struggles with financial hardship, anxiety and Bipolar II disorder.

The relationship I formed with my counsellor had profound impact on me and her leadership played a crucial role in shaping how I work with clients today. Through her guidance and support, she showed me my strengths and abilities to face difficult things. This was when I found my purpose and I decided to pursue my first career in Social Work.

Willfully, I chose Humber College for my Social Service Diploma, followed by a Bachelor degree of Social Work from York University and later an exchange with the University of Valencia in Spain. My first years in the field I interned, trained, and worked in immigration settlement and outreach where I contributed to organizations supporting women against violence, refugees, and members from marginalized communities.  I then spent time abroad and I found a connection to Spain and dance again, living and travelling throughout Europe on my own terms.