Co-Founder & Mental Health Coach
Silvia is a culturally attuned mental health coach with extensive experience bridging Eastern and Western perspectives on well-being. Holding a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychotherapy and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Silvia has also trained in Theology and Cross-cultural studies, which inform her holistic approach to mental health. Her background allows her to address the emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of well-being, offering clients a comprehensive path toward personal growth. With a career spanning decades, Silvia has lived and worked across different continents, using her insights to support individuals and communities in their mental health journeys.
For over two decades, Silvia made a lasting impact in China, co-founding social impact projects that empowered communities and supported hundreds of individuals. She launched the first crisis hotline for foreigners in Macau and spearheaded suicide prevention initiatives through Caritas Macau. Silvia's expertise in working across cultural boundaries has been instrumental in helping individuals navigate the complexities of mental health, especially when faced with cultural and life transitions.
Before relocating to California in 2021, Silvia led the Counseling Center at the University of Saint Joseph in Macau, where she mentored intern counselors from the Master’s program in Counseling and Psychotherapy and provided mental health support to a diverse international community. Her work in this role further deepened her experience in cross-cultural mental health care, ensuring that individuals from different backgrounds received the support they needed.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, and good communication skills in Mandarin and Spanish, Silvia integrates her advanced education and global experience into a holistic, personalized approach to mental health coaching. With a Master’s in Counseling and Psychotherapy and a Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology, she combines academic knowledge with decades of hands-on experience. Silvia’s unique global perspective allows her to connect with Californians from diverse backgrounds, helping them achieve balance, find deeper meaning, and foster personal growth in all aspects of life.