Our Board Memebers

Dr. Cristina Bautista is a licensed therapist with over 14 years of experience serving children, adolescents, families, and couples, with a focus on the Latine community. She holds a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctorate in Psychology. Dr. Bautista specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use, integrating evidence-based therapy with cultural sensitivity to create a safe and supportive environment.

Passionate about expanding access to mental health care, she founded the Spanish for Therapist Institute and Let’s Talk About Therapy LLC, provides workshops and trainings nationwide, and hosts the Let’s Talk About Therapy podcast. Through her clinical work, advocacy, and educational initiatives, Dr. Bautista empowers individuals and families to prioritize their mental well-being.

Dr. Michelle Jackson, PhD in Leadership, brings over 20 years of extensive experience in higher education to her role. Throughout her career, she has held pivotal positions including admissions, academic advising, and leadership roles such as campus director and assistant vice president of student affairs, with a strong focus on the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Student Conduct International Student Services, Student Assistant Program and Office of Accessibility.

In each capacity, Dr. Jackson has been dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their academic and personal goals. She has played a crucial role in guiding leadership teams to understand and implement inclusive initiatives, creating a supportive learning environment where every student can thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

Dr. Jackson is deeply involved in community service, collaborating with K-12 administrators, students and volunteering her expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as restorative justice practices.

 Erna Mills is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Texas and California, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and achieve their fullest potential. She provides mental health counseling, life and grief coaching, and facilitates support groups, always focusing on fostering harmony, peace, and well-being. Committed to serving people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds, [Your Name] also offers Christian counseling to support those in the faith community. Her work is driven by a deep passion for serving others and a genuine desire to help people thrive.