Casa De Mi Alma's Team

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As the administrative assistant at Casa De Mi Alma, Esther is the first point of contact for clients, providing a warm welcome and supportive atmosphere from the moment they arrive. With personal success with mental health care, Esther answered her call of being in a supportive role at Casa, evident in the care and empathy she brings wherever she goes.  Esther is responsible for managing day-to-day operations, bringing her love for wellness into everything she does.

Currently pursuing a degree in law, she is deeply interested in advocacy, and meaningful access to support. Her approach is informed by a personal understanding of how impactful consistency and compassion can be in everyday settings. Outside of work, she enjoys a good book, a warm bowl of pasta, and the company of her cat, Earl.  

Alexa is a vibrant Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at Open Wings, a program within Casa De Mi Alma. With 8 years of experience, including 3 years in clinical practice, Alexa is an EMDR trained therapist and Integrative Trauma Practitioner. Her work is fueled by her deep passion for connection, empathy, and the belief that real healing happens through meaningful relationships. Specializing in trauma-informed therapy, Alexa focuses on the powerful mind-body connection to guide her clients toward healing and growth. She’s also a passionate advocate for affirmative therapy, ensuring that every person feels seen, respected, and celebrated for who they truly are. Alexa is on a mission to create spaces where people can feel safe, understood, and empowered to embrace their fullest potential. Outside of her work, Alexa is all about heavy lifting and CrossFit. She loves pushing her physical limits, believing that strength—both mental and physical—is key to flourishing in life. With her infectious energy and deep dedication, Alexa helps others heal, grow, and embrace their full potential. 

 Ike has over 40 years of experience providing mental health therapy and clinical hypnotherapy. Specializing in working with adults and couples, Ike believes that "there are many paths to mental health and well-being" and tailors his approach to each client’s unique needs. Inspired by his family’s commitment to community and spiritual development, Ike integrates both traditional Western therapy and alternative methods, including hypnotherapy and spiritual practices. His personal motto, "think globally and act locally," reflects his belief that healing begins in the community, one person at a time. "When you heal, I heal, and the world heals," he says, emphasizing the power of collective growth. In his free time, Ike loves to immerse himself in his guitar practice, carefully finding the rhythm as his fingers work through the strings to play his favorite tunes. It’s his way of unwinding and letting the music take him to another place—where the world fades and the melody flows. 

Julia, a native of Las Cruces, is a Mental Health Counselor who practices with a multicultural, person-centered approach. She draws from a range of techniques, including Narrative Therapy, CBT, Gestalt Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy,mindfulness and EMDR. Julia is devoted to supporting parents, particularly new mothers, as she understands the challenges of advocating for oneself and loved ones. Her recent work with children ages 11 and older has deepened her commitment to addressing the lasting impact of the pandemic on youth. Julia is dedicated to fostering healing, resilience, and social justice, with a particular focus on LGBTQIA and neurodivergent individuals. In her spare time, she’s an avid reader, a coffee connoisseur with a refined taste, and a true cat enthusiast—always on the lookout for her next great book, the perfect brew, and a cozy moment with her feline friends. 

Claudia is a dedicated therapist with a straightforward, results-driven approach, committed to making a meaningful and lasting impact in her clients' lives. With over ten years of experience in community mental health, she specializes in helping individuals navigate challenges and foster personal growth. Claudia uses a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to tailor her interventions to each client’s unique needs. She understands the profound influence of life experiences and integrates this insight to guide healing. Above all, Claudia is committed to creating a supportive and understanding environment where clients feel truly heard. In her spare time, Claudia enjoys spending quality moments with her family and prioritizing self-care to maintain balance and well-being. 

Jane brings together her heart for connection and her love of movement in all that she offers. With a master’s degree in counseling and educational psychology and 17 years of experience she is especially passionate about group and couples work, supporting women through life’s many stages and transitions, and specializing in postpartum support.  Jane is the founder and director of Dwellyoga Collective in Las Cruces, New Mexico, a space created for community, healing, and movement. She enjoys traveling and co-leading international yoga retreats, and is honored to be returning to her roots in counseling at Casa De Mi Alma.

  Krista brings a warm, compassionate, and upbeat approach to her work, blending her background in Counseling and Community Psychology with her current studies in Mental Health Counseling. She is deeply passionate about supporting others and truly believes in the power of holistic care to transform lives. Krista’s heart is especially dedicated to empowering children and families to not just overcome challenges, but to thrive! Through personalized strategies and a deep commitment to each client, Krista helps individuals build resilience, gain confidence, and access the resources they need to create lasting, meaningful change. Whether it’s boosting a child’s confidence or guiding families through tough times, Krista is all about helping others unlock their full potential and soar to new heights. She’s got a heart as big as a golden retriever’s smile and a soft spot for every furry friend that crosses her path. Whether it’s cuddling up with her pets or advocating for animals everywhere, Krista’s convinced that the world would be a much better place if we all took a little inspiration from our four-legged companions. 

With a desire for creating an impact at both an individual and community level, Jacqueline finds joy in making connections and helping individuals meet their goals as the case manager and facilitator of our Open Wings program and at Casa De Mi Alma. With eight years of experience with the judicial system in child welfare and five years of experience in community mental health, Jacqueline is equipped to offer a wide range of support to all individuals at their level of need, especially women and children.

Having recently returned to her hometown of Las Cruces after over a decade of being away, Jacqueline is eager to invest in the Las Cruces community. 

Outside of work, Jacqueline loves to relax with her family, meet up with friends, dabble in digital art, and indulge in a sweet treat or two.  Here at Casa, Jacqueline brings her extensive experience to the table and lights up the room wherever she goes with her big-hearted approach to her CCSS work.