Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern | Lydia is a bilingual (English/Spanish) mental health registered counselor intern. She is honored to work alongside individuals in their journey toward healing during challenging life situations. Lydia is empathetic, compassionate, and believes individuals hold countless strengths. She specializes in trauma, family, marital, and relationship counseling. Lydia is committed to providing a safe, nonjudgmental, comfortable environment for individuals to share various concerns. Her approach is integrative, drawing from various therapeutic modalities including self-regulatory healing practices, and other therapeutic options for living in a healthier way and building positive relationships.  Lydia is inspired by her self-work and experiences of anxiety and healing from life happenings. Through her own experiences, Lydia has learned to trust the process, believing individuals can overcome life difficulties. She enjoys reading, going to the beach, hiking, and spending time with her family.

Education and Expertise

 Lydia is completing a clinical practicum and internship through Palm Beach Atlantic University with her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is an active member of the Florida Counseling Association and Golden Key International Honour Society.