See what my clients have to say!
Estefania
“I found Raquel after a long search for a therapist who would understand my experiences as a first-generation Latina. Raquel brings a strong awareness of social-cultural and socio-political factors to our sessions, recognizing their impact on her clients. She humanizes my experiences as I navigate life transitions, creating a safe and supportive space for me to explore my challenges and celebrate my successes.
During difficult times, Raquel validates my feelings, helps me identify triggers, and provides invaluable strategies for navigating them. She has equipped me with invaluable tools when engaging in challenging conversations with colleagues, friends, and family. She also encourages me to step outside of my comfort zone and supports me in designing and visualizing a life that would lead to a healthier and fulfilling future. She inspires me to dream big and to envision a life that truly reflects my unique aspirations. With her guidance, I've become more attuned to my needs, allowing me to take steps that have led to significant personal and professional success while also learning to cultivate my self worth and build my confidence.
I am incredibly grateful for Raquel's support and guidance throughout the past 4 years and look forward to our continued work together.
Joaquín
“Working with Raquel has been a transformative experience. Her culturally competent approach and lived experience as a Latina gives her a deep understanding of culture that has made a significant difference in how I navigate my personal and professional life. Since we started, I’ve gained clarity in my goals, built stronger strategies, and developed habits that align seamlessly with doing the work.
Raquel has an incredible ability to create a safe and empowering space, especially when addressing challenges rooted in cultural or systemic contexts. Their guidance has not only helped me achieve tangible results but also deepened my sense of purpose, self awareness and confidence.
If you’re looking for someone who blends strategic expertise with cultural awareness and genuine compassion, I can’t recommend Raquel highly enough. She’s more than a coach - she’s a partner in your growth and success.”
Griselle
“Having sought support from many therapists at different points in my life to navigate its ups and downs, I realized that what I truly wanted was a connection beyond mere checkpoints in my journey. I wanted to find someone who not only could understand my experience but relate to it, culturally. Now in my late twenties, I decided to embark on my healing journey with a more intentional mindset. Fortunately for me, I discovered Raquel very quickly.
From our first conversation on Zoom, I was immediately drawn to Raquel's calming energy, fostering a sense of comfort. There was never a moment where I didn't feel like she wasn't listening or didn't care (yes, this has happened to me before). She was as intentional with me as I was with her and we were able to identify exactly how she could help me in just one session. The real magic? Over the course of the following year, we delved into emotions I had long buried (and partially didn't even know were there), resulting in an incredibly transformative impact on my life. Raquel's dedicated focus on healing enabled me to shift my perspective from "life is happening to me" to "life is happening FOR me, and I am so grateful." In this time, I established boundaries in relationships that I once feared would break me, learned coping mechanisms for my anxiety, identified triggers for my panic attacks, and most importantly, learned to embrace the person I am to welcome the person I am becoming.
Raquel played an integral role in this journey, and for the first time, I feel like I have someone who is not just guiding me through checkpoints but is truly prepared to help me navigate this new era of self. I've fallen in love with the journey of "doing the work" and can't imagine not having Raquel by my side.”
Jessica
“I came to Raquel after years of academic and professional success and then all of a sudden feeling stuck. I struggled to make decisions and take the next steps in meeting my next goals. Raquel’s patient, expert, and gentle guidance has helped me identify the root of some of my behaviors. She provides the tools to help me recognize and identify the blockages. We have then worked together on consistently applying the helpful behavioral changes to help me move beyond the barriers. I am happy to say that I moved beyond the financial fears and purchased my first home. I am also able to have more mental space to build meaningful relationships with my family and friends. She’s helped me in protecting my peace and I am forever grateful for her guidance and gentle accountability.”
Jasmin
“Working with Raquel as my therapist and life coach has been a transformative experience. Her guidance has been pivotal in helping me find clarity and purpose and facilitating tangible life changes. With her support, I decided to go back to school for a Master’s Degree, a step that has been immensely rewarding both personally and professionally. She equipped me with the skills and mindset to excel in my responsibilities and leadership roles, resulting in a promotion at work. Raquel emphasized the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. Thanks to her, I now view self-care as necessary for holistic well-being, not an indulgence. Her wisdom has helped me set healthy boundaries, which have been crucial for my mental health and have enriched my personal and professional relationships. Raquel’s expertise has been invaluable in guiding me on a path of self-discovery and empowerment. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone looking to make meaningful changes in their life.”
Emmalis
