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. 

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. 

Jackie brings warmth, compassion, and a strong sense of community to her work as a CCSS provider. She is deeply committed to walking alongside individuals as they build practical skills, navigate everyday challenges, and move toward balance through meaningful, achievable goals.

With a background in Criminal Justice and community outreach, Jackie takes a person-centered, strengths-based approach that honors each individual’s lived experience. She is especially passionate about supporting children and early intervention, and she looks forward to pursuing a career in social work.

Outside of work, Jackie enjoys reading, staying active, and prioritizing self-care, believing that personal balance helps her show up with authenticity and care for the families she serves.

Melissa brings empathy, advocacy, and steady care into everything she does. With over eight years of experience in human services, she has supported children and families in a variety of roles, including as a Lead Case Manager in long-term foster care, where she helped ensure consistency and thoughtful coordination of care.

Currently, Melissa works as a CCSS provider, supporting individuals and families with reliability, structure, and a deep respect for each person’s unique needs. She is known for her calm presence, care-centered approach, and ability to help families navigate complex systems with clarity and support.

Rooted in her Los Angeles beginnings and raised in Sunland Park, New Mexico, Melissa brings a strong sense of community to her work. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, homesteading, and spending time with her family. As a proud wife and mother, she carries the same values of commitment, resilience, and care into both her personal life and professional work.