I sabel Castilleja
Isabel is a graduate-level counseling intern who creates a warm, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves. As a bilingual clinician-in-training, she enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her approach is compassionate, culturally responsive, and client-centered, tailoring counseling to each client’s individual needs, experiences, and goals.
EDUCATION & EXPERTISE
Isabel is a counseling intern in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Rollins College. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. Through her volunteer experience at the Victim Service Center of Central Florida, Isabel developed a passion for trauma-informed care and is dedicated to helping clients feel supported and empowered. She supports clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, and challenges with self-esteem. Her approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which she uses to help clients understand their emotions, strengthen relationships, and develop practical tools for personal growth.
MORE ABOUT I sabel
Outside of counseling, Isabel enjoys spending time with her dog, Mickey, practicing mindfulness, and staying active through kickboxing. Prioritizing her own well-being is very important to her, so she makes time for a consistent self-care routine and mindfulness practices that help her stay grounded and present. Isabel also loves spending time outdoors, traveling, and making meaningful memories with the people she loves. She especially enjoys visiting Disney because it reminds her what it feels like to be a kid again and the value of holding onto a sense of wonder and joy. Isabel believes taking care of her own well-being and embracing life’s simple moments helps her be more present and compassionate, so she can show up as her best self for the people she works with.
