Valentina Torres

Bridging cultures and healing trauma, Valentina Torres, MA, is a dedicated bilingual therapist who brings a wealth of experience to her role as the Families in Transition (FIT) Program Manager. With a deep passion for serving marginalized communities, Valentina has spent the last decade honing her skills in family and child psychotherapy, creating a unique blend of compassionate care and evidence-based practices.

Valentina's journey in mental health began with a foundation in the arts, earning her BA in Theater Arts from the University of California at Santa Cruz in 2005. This creative background informs her approach to therapy, allowing her to incorporate innovative techniques that engage clients of all ages. She further specialized her skills by obtaining a master's in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Drama Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies in 2009, adding another layer to her therapeutic toolbox.

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, Valentina offers a comprehensive range of services. Her expertise spans individual psychotherapy, developmental playgroups, and parenting groups, allowing her to address the diverse needs of families and children. What sets Valentina apart is her fluency in Spanish, enabling her to provide culturally sensitive care to the Latinx community and bridge language barriers that often hinder access to quality mental health services.

Valentina's commitment to excellence is evident in her numerous certifications and specialized training. She is a certified Circle of Security Educator, equipping her with skills to strengthen parent-child relationships. As a Fussy Baby Specialist with the Fussy Baby Network from the Erikson Institute, she brings specialized knowledge in infant mental health and family support. Additionally, her role as an authorized trainer and coach of the CA CSEFEL Teaching Pyramid showcases her expertise in promoting social-emotional competence in young children.

Beyond her direct work with clients, Valentina is a leader in the field of early childhood mental health. She provides reflective supervision to early childhood clinicians, sharing her wisdom and nurturing the next generation of mental health professionals. Her experience in Early Childhood Mental Health consultation across preschools in the Bay Area has given her a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by young children and their families in various settings.

Valentina's passion extends to education and advocacy. As a trainer in trauma-responsive care for educators and administrators, she works tirelessly to create environments that support healing and resilience. Her approach is rooted in a deep commitment to uplifting the voices of children, their families, and the systems that support them, believing that this is the key to creating lasting change and healing trauma in marginalized communities.

With Valentina Torres as their therapist, clients can expect a compassionate, culturally attuned professional who brings creativity, extensive training, and a genuine commitment to their well-being. Her holistic approach to mental health, combined with her diverse skill set, makes her an invaluable resource for families navigating transitions and seeking to build stronger, healthier relationships.