About

Dr. Yanira Hernández

¡Hola! I’m Dr. Yanira Hernandez, EdD, LCSW, PPSC, and I’m a bilingual, bicultural Latina therapist serving the Latinx community in California via telehealth. I founded Pa’lante Therapy, Inc. with my gente in mind.

Fueled by my lived experiences as a First Generation Latina, I specialized in helping BIPOC individuals with an emphasis on Latinx communities, heal from generational wounds and find meaning and joy. My services include individual therapy, immigration psychological evaluations, femtorship coaching to Latina students and recent graduates in mental health health-related fields, speaking engagements, and consultation.

Let’s collectively embark on a journey of healing, empowerment, y fortaleza… Pa’lante en comunidad!

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My Journey And Education

As a proud Brown gal, I’m committed to the healing and liberation of BIPOC communities.

Although my journey in the helping profession began since childhood supporting my monolingual Spanish-speaking immigrant parents, my journey in higher education began at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Women’s Studies and Education Studies. There, I realized the transformative power of education and its potential to empower individuals and communities.

My thirst for knowledge led me to the University of Southern California (USC), where I achieved a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Educational Psychology. In addition, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC). These degrees aren’t just academic achievements; they represent my unwavering commitment to understanding the human mind and the intricate dynamics of our diverse communities.

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As a bilingual (trilingual if we include Spanglish) and bicultural therapist, I’ve provided mental health services to BIPOC communities since 2011 in various settings, including community mental health clinics, hospitals, runaway and homeless youth shelters, schools, and private practice. My approach is rooted in cultural responsiveness and trauma-informed, anti-oppressive practices.

As the proud daughter of hardworking class undocumented immigrants from Puebla, Mexico and a First Gen graduate and professional from South Central Los Angeles, I not only empathize with my clients but also actively work to decolonize therapy and mental health practices through healing and education. Beyond therapy, I am an educator, offering support to First-Gen Latinx college/graduate students through mentorship and training master-level trainees.

When I’m not in the office, you’ll find me savoring quality time with my husband, family, and amigxs. I have a few superpowers too – weight-lifting, traveling, dancing, and indulging in morning cafecito!

… y como dice nuestra gente, siempre Pa’lante!

How To Get In Touch

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It takes great courage and strength to seek mental health support. If you wish to move forward and would like to work together towards your healing and journey of self-discovery, please schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation by clicking on the link below:

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You may also call or send an email:

(424) 261-1572 yanirahernandez@palantetherapy.com

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