Dr. Yanira Hernandez, EdD, LCSW, PPSC
(she, her, ella)
About Me
I am a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical social worker, educator, speaker, and consultant based in Los Angeles, CA. I am the Founder of Pa’lante Therapy, Inc. I center my work with BIPOC individuals with an emphasis on Latinx communities. I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. As a daughter of immigrants, I draw from my lived experiences of navigating two different cultures to empathize and support my clients navigate cross-cultural conflicts. I not only empathize with my clients but also actively work to decolonize therapy and mental health practices through healing and education.
Education & Experience
University of Southern California California, United States Doctor in Education, Educational Psychology 2017 - 2020 University of Southern California California, United States Master's in Social Work 2011 - 2013 University of California, Los Angeles California, United States B.A. Women's Studies, Education Studies 2007 - 2011
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) National Latinx Psychological Association (NLPA)
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- First Responders
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Underserved
Language
- Spanish
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance