Professional Network

Alejandro David Barzallo Núñez

Medical Doctor, Pediatric Psychiatrist

Specialties:

Diploma in Neurodevelopment, Diploma in Family and Community Medicine, Diploma in Fundamental and Clinical Bioethics.

Erika Patricia Peñafiel Flores

Clinical psychologist specializing in family and systemic therapy

Specialties:

Psychological care for families, couples, children, adolescents and adults. Cognitive-behavioral and integrative therapy. Treatment of anxiety, depression and personality disorders.

"Love heals, even more so when we discover it is closer than we imagined." Psalm 34:18

Juan Guido Loyola Cueva

Master's in Psychology with a specialization in Psychotherapy, Bachelor's in Theology

Specialties:

Psychotherapist, systemic, humanistic and ACT approach, neuropsychology, individual and couples therapy, premarital counseling, treatment of anxiety, stress and depression.

"A human being can reach the fullness of God's life when able to connect with God through body, soul and spirit." 1 Thess. 5:23

Steffany Hannith de la Torre Galarza

Clinical psychologist. Master's degree and expert in children and adolescents

Specialties:

Therapy for children, adolescents, adults, families, groups and couples. Eating, mood and anxiety disorders. Vocational guidance and guidance for parents.

"Your progress doesn't need to be seen to always be valid"

Marcela Rodríguez

Clinical Psychologist

Specialties:

Support for children, adolescents, adults and couples. Humanistic approach. Detection of learning difficulties, vocational guidance and mental health prevention programs.

"My purpose is to offer a safe, trusted space where your voice is heard and accompanied."

Alexis Wladimir Pinargote Verdezoto

Clinical Psychologist

Specialties:

Care for children and adolescents. Mood disorders, anxiety, depression. Guidance for parents. Personal development.

"God heals hearts, but He also uses professionals. Your story doesn't end here."

Jeimmy Paola Robayo León

Psychology professional, Master's in Clinical and Health Psychology

Specialties:

Adult therapy, care for children, anxiety disorders, vocational guidance, depression, grief, consulting, personal development.

"I accompany people to discover their identity and fullness in Jesus. A path toward the renewal of the mind."

Josselyn Lesly Coba Peñafiel

Clinical psychologist specializing in dance therapy, trauma and resilience

Specialties:

Care for children, adolescents and young people. Family and group therapy. Mood and adjustment disorders, neurodevelopment. Trauma and post-traumatic stress.

Angie Nicol Rueda Murillo

General psychologist with behavioral experience in children and adolescents

Specialties:

Care for children and adolescents. Mood disorders, anxiety, depression. Vocational guidance. Personality disorders and neurodevelopment.

"We are more than the sum of our imperfections — we are full of purpose." 2 Corinthians 12:9

Daniel Andrés Salazar Nieto

Clinical Psychologist, Master's in Third-Generation Psychological Therapies

Specialties:

Adult and adolescent therapy, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, abuse and gender-based violence, guidance for parents, personal development.

"Love isn't everything, love is the only thing" — Steven Hayes. Connect with yourself and trust the process!

Esther Gissela Medina Velin

Child psychologist and psycho-rehabilitation specialist

Specialties:

Therapy for children, adolescents, families, groups and couples. Addictions, eating disorders, mood, anxiety. Trauma. Guidance for parents.

"Two are better than one." Eccl 4:1

Débora Saraí Ushiña Vilcacundo

Child Psychologist and Psycho-rehabilitation Specialist

Specialties:

Care for children, therapy for adolescents, family, group and couples therapy. Addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma.

"Two are better than one." Eccl 4:1

Dr. Gisela Viviana Pazmiño Paredes

Child Psychologist and Psycho-rehabilitation Specialist

Specialties:

Psycho-pedagogical assessment. Evaluation and intervention in ASD (Autism), ADHD. Early stimulation. Psycho-pedagogical therapy. Therapy for learning disorders. Vocational guidance.

"Every child and adolescent is a unique creation of God. My mission is to accompany them as they flourish fully."

Daniela Novillo

Bachelor's in Psycho-pedagogy

Specialties:

Care for children, vocational guidance, guidance for parents, personal development. Psycho-pedagogical evaluation, diagnosis and guidance. Diploma in psycho-pedagogical diagnosis.

"Accompany with purpose, intervene with love, and sow faith in every encounter."

Katherine Estefanía Burgos Muela

Bachelor's in Human Nutrition

Specialties:

Specialist in maternal and infant nutrition. Functional medicine. Master's in Public Health. Nutritionist with 9 years of experience, specialized in nutritional education and promoting healthy habits for children, young people and families.

"For healthy generations and adults responsible for their own nutrition and health"

Heidi Viviana Salas Castillo

Visual Artist — Art Therapy

Specialties:

Art therapy. 6 years painting pictures with the word of God. 3 years teaching classes to children and young people, using painting as a tool to encounter Jesus and His word.

"Life with God is full of color, and it's beautiful to live it"

Katherine Pamela Cruz Palma

Physiotherapist

Specialties:

Expert in trauma and orthopedic rehabilitation. Experience in equine therapy focused on children with special needs and behavioral challenges.

"Caring for the body is an act of worship to God, where the purpose is to honor our creator with our whole being."

Diego Martínez

Counselor and General Director of Fundación Esperanza "Alegría de Vivir"

Profile:

Engineer, entrepreneur and Christian spiritual counselor. Graduate of the Victoria School of Leaders, certified as an Ambassador of Hope by PsySon, and trained in QPR. Over 12 years of experience in spiritual support and counseling.

"I believe in the power of faith, hope and companionship to transform lives." — John 14:6

Carolina Sánchez

Counselor and Director of Strategic Alliances of Fundación Esperanza Alegría de Vivir

Profile:

Communicator and publicist, mentor and spiritual counselor with over 12 years of experience. Certified by PsySon as an Ambassador of Hope. Trained in QPR for suicide prevention.

"I'm passionate about seeing lives transformed by the love of Jesus. Every scar of the soul, in Jesus' hands, is precious and full of purpose."

Verónica Villarreal Rodríguez

Counselor and Director of Communications of Fundación Esperanza Alegría de Vivir

Profile:

Publicist, trainer, Christian leader, graduate of the Victoria School of Leaders. Certified Ambassador of Hope by PsySon. For 15 years she has accompanied people and families through listening, guidance and the strengthening of hope.

"I am convinced that when God gives us the chance to touch a life and embrace it, professional work done with unity, faith and love has the power to transform generations forever."

Enma Rojas

Counselor and Director of Spiritual Formation of Fundación Esperanza Alegría de Vivir

Profile:

Teacher, graduate of the Victoria School of Leaders, spiritual counselor and Ambassador of Hope certified by PsySon. Over 24 years of experience in the spiritual support of children, young people and families.

"A real encounter with Jesus will radically change your life." — Isaiah 26:3

Paula Vallejo

Counselor and President of Fundación Esperanza Alegría de Vivir

Profile:

Engineer, entrepreneur, leader and spiritual counselor, certified as an Ambassador of Hope by PsySon. Over 13 years accompanying women and families through processes of restoration, emotional strengthening and growth in faith.

"I am convinced that He who began a good work in us will be faithful to complete it." — Philippians 1:6