Dr. Linda launched her career as a licensed psychologist in
Peru, dedicating herself to the Latinx and BIPOC/AAPI
populations. Upon relocating to the United States, she
earned her Clinical Social Work license across multiple
states. With a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) specializing
in Leadership and Education, Dr. Linda is known for bringing
innovative strategies, strong leadership, and rigorous
research into her practice. She has delivered impactful
professional training programs across the U.S., Canada, and
Latin America.
In her role as a licensed Mental Health Practitioner, Dr.
Linda brings clinical experience across diverse settings,
including psychiatric facilities, mental health centers,
nursing homes, assisted living communities, substance abuse
treatment facilities, and private practices. Her role also
extends to pivotal contributions to community outreach,
healthcare administration, and social services. As a
passionate advocate for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and
Access (IDEA) principles, she fosters equitable and
inclusive practices in all work areas.
Training, Retreats, and Coaching Programs
Dr. Linda is at the forefront of leading national and
international events, including wellness retreats, training
& workshop sessions, team-building activities, and group
projects. Moreover, Dr. Linda provides life and executive
coaching services. Her events provide Continuing Education
(CE) credits or certifications, focusing on professional
development, psychological care, evidence-based therapeutic
approaches, clinical resources, self-care, and other topics.
With popular destinations across the U.S. and abroad, her
services are designed to deliver transformational healing,
foster resilience, and empower individuals to achieve their
goals and cultivate positive mindsets, leading to more
fulfilling and purposeful lives.
Dr. Linda spearheads a private practice specializing in EMDR
(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly
effective, well-researched, and evidence-based therapeutic
approach. She employs advanced protocols such as EMDR-IGTP,
EMDR-PRECI, and ASSYST, along with the effective integration
of multiple modalities. Dr. Linda enhances treatment
outcomes and addresses her clients' memories, emotional
pain, and unique needs.
As an EMDRIA Advanced Credit Provider and Assisting Faculty
for Practicum, Dr. Linda co-facilitates EMDR Basic Training
with various organizations and foundations. She is an
EMDRIA-certified therapist and Approved Consultant, Dr.
Linda provides advanced training and consultation for
clinicians seeking certification or aiming to elevate their
EMDR proficiency across diverse clinical settings.
Additionally, her influential research on EMDR and
telehealth continues to advance the field, empowering trauma
survivors and upholding high clinical standards.
Dr. Linda offers comprehensive therapy for individuals,
couples, families, and groups, tackling a variety of
concerns, such as PTSD, trauma, ASD, vicarious trauma,
burnout, grief, anxiety, depression, addictions, chronic
pain, and neurodivergent challenges. She expertly integrates
traditional and holistic methods, employing EMDR, CBT, DBT,
ACT, MI, IFS, and Neuroscience alongside wellness practices
such as nature-based interventions, LENS Neurofeedback,
expressive arts, surf and ocean therapy, sand-tray therapy,
and equine-assisted therapy. She embraces more
purpose-driven, fulfilling lives by utilizing breathwork,
sound and energy healing, and other alternative practices.
Dr. Linda specializes in couples and family therapy, helps
rebuild trust, promotes connections, manages disloyalty, and
enhances communication. She adeptly addresses family
relational challenges and dynamics. She integrates
evidence-based methods such as EMDR, Gottman Method,
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Structural Family, and
other approaches.
Dr. Linda conducts trauma and immigration evaluations. She
committed to addressing disenfranchised grief and focusing
on immigration-related issues for diverse populations. Dr.
Linda delivers transformative care that empowers individuals
to achieve success. Dr. Linda also facilitates intensive and
marathon therapy with interventions tailored to support
diverse populations, ensuring comprehensive and culturally
responsive care delivery.
Dr. Linda possesses extensive teaching experience across the
curriculum, where she seamlessly blends theory with
practical application. She also provides professional
consultations for dissertation and thesis success across
doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s programs, empowering
individuals to excel academically and overcome test anxiety.
By fostering a comprehensive learning environment, she
equips students and professionals with the skills necessary
to thrive in their respective fields.
Dr. Linda finds joy and balance in activities that nurture
her mind, body, and spirit. Whether surfing, paddleboarding,
kayaking, rafting, or trekking, she thrives in the great
outdoors and cherishes connecting with horses and other
animals. Her practice of energy healing, meditation, and
yoga deepens her sense of resilience and well-being, while
her passion for creative arts and music fuels her
inspiration. Dr. Linda also values the meaningful lessons
she learns from her community and family, drawing motivation
from her two nieces in medical school and the growth and
achievements of her youngest niece and wise siblings.
Together, these pursuits and connections form a rich
tapestry that supports her vibrant and purposeful life.
