Meet our Therapist

Mirella M. Santos, MSW, ACSW, is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Associate Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. She earned her Master of Social Work from California State University, Bakersfield, and has experience serving children, adolescents, and adults across community mental health, county behavioral health, and social service settings. 

Mirella specializes in working with individuals experiencing trauma, severe mental illness, psychosis, anxiety, depression, crisis situations, and life transitions. Her clinical approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and person-centered, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, psychoeducation, and strengths-based interventions. She is passionate about helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and create lasting change. 

At Awakened Consulting, Mirella is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered. She believes healing begins through authentic connection and collaboration, and she strives to help every individual discover hope, restore confidence, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.