A Latina/e/x
Trauma-Informed &
Culturally-Affirmative Practice
MEET THE TEAM
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Dr. Josephine Serrata
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Dr. Maria Gabriela
Hurtado Alvarado
Co-Founder
Director of Operation & Financials
Licensed Psychologist
She is particularly skilled at using research to drive social change and at partnering with practitioners to better understand their work. She is a national leader in the use of participatory research methods in the field of domestic violence and recently co-developed a toolkit for community-based participatory research with survivors of violence. Dr. Serrata has dozens of published academic manuscripts and truly enjoys working with practitioners to advance the field of gender-based violence.
Co-Founder
Director of Clinical Services & Networking
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Gabriela Hurtado has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of trauma and PTSD in Latinx communities. In addition, her research has been centered on understanding the impact of trauma in minoritized communities. Dr. Hurtado provides consultation and support to organizations to implement a trauma-informed structure, prevent burnout, foster leadership, and enhance collaboration among its members.
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