Hector is a bilingual (English and Spanish) master-level clinical social worker with a strong academic background in Forensic Psychology and Clinical Social Work. He is deeply passionate about his work, focusing primarily on helping survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Hector provides both individual and group services, addressing a range of mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, anger management, ADHD, and challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community.
Hector's professional experience include working with women, children, and families, utilizing evidence-based interventions such as play-based therapy, art therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. His therapeutic approach is centered on creating a safe and supportive environment for his clients, guided by principles of empowerment and positive reinforcement.
Empathetic and culturally sensitive, Hector is committed to understanding each client's unique history and background. His goal is to assist clients in discovering the best version of themselves and to equip them with the necessary emotional tools to lead fulfilling lives.
Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work
Pre-licensed psychotherapist / Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
Full rate is $125 but I accept sliding fee as low as $50.00 per hour for individual therapy and $100.00 couples/families.
English and Spanish
A Registered Clinical Social Work Intern in Florida is an individual who has met specific educational and examination requirements and is in the process of obtaining the supervised experience needed for full licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state.
The ultimate goal of this internship period is to prepare the individual for practice as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), ensuring they have the necessary practical experience and professional supervision to provide competent and ethical clinical services.
In summary, a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern in Florida is a professional in training. They work under supervision to meet the requirements for full licensure as an LCSW and provide clinical services while accumulating the required experience.
Hector is registered as an intern until 2029 but anticipates being fully licensed in 2027.
Hector's Florida Department of Health license number is ISW21069.
Hector is supervised by Sarah Reyes, LCSW and can be reached at sarah@readytoelevate.org