Melina is a Master of Social Work candidate at the University of Denver and is excited to serve as a School Clinician at Newlon Elementary. She provides individual and group counseling for students and collaborates with teachers and parents to improve student outcomes. Prior to pursuing her passion for mental health, Melina spent eight years in technology sales where she honed her active listening, communication, and collaboration skills. . Melina was born in Cali, Colombia and speaks fluent Spanish. She is proud to bring her native language and culture while working with the Latine community. She believes in the power of a strengths-based framework and uses solution-focused and play therapy treatment models.
Location: Newlon Elementary