Luz Chapa is a first-generation college graduate holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Texas at Brownsville. Luz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. Additionally, Luz completed her training in an evidence-based model to process trauma, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Luz is passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can address their mental health needs without judgement. She caters her approach to each client’s individual therapeutic needs. Luz has worked as a Mental Health Counselor with various ages and settings over the past 12 years. She began her career with Southwest Key as a Clinician and was later granted the opportunity to serve as part of the program management team through the division of Unaccompanied Minor Program. Drawing from Luz’s previous experience in working with refugee minors and families, Luz recognizes the importance in providing interventions that are sensitive to their experiences and facilitating referrals and additional services to support refugees and migrants.