Wisdom’s Wellness & Consulting LLC and Blackstar MMA & Kickboxing pair up

May 17th, 2025, something truly special took place, an event that not only pushed physical limits but also sparked meaningful conversations around mental health. The workshop, which combined the discipline of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) with discussions on trauma recovery, mental wellness, and stress management, left an indelible mark on everyone who attended.

The event brought together veterans, law enforcement officers, first responders, and community members in a space dedicated to healing, both mentally and physically. For many, it was a chance to experience firsthand how martial arts can be more than just a workout; it’s a tool for emotional resilience and stress reduction.

What happens when a group of RGV therapists get together? We added baseball bats, broken printers, and a whole lot of flying glass. That’s right, we took self-care to the next level at a recent Therapist Meet & Greet at a local smash house! Because even the healers need a space to release, reset, and just let it all out.

Stepping back from intense clinical trauma work has allowed me to truly shape Wisdom’s Wellness & Consulting LLC into what it was meant to be…a space for holistic healing. Rather than focusing solely on diagnosing and treating symptoms, I’ve shifted toward helping the body return to its natural state of balance and function. I do this with intentional autonomic regulation of the nervous system. When we support the body from the ground up, we often find that the diagnoses and symptoms begin to fade. This is the power of a bottom-up approach to mental health that Wisdom’s Wellness & Consulting LLC stands for. It’s rooted in restoring, not just managing.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Military and Veteran Success Center once again showcased its unwavering commitment to those who served by hosting a powerful Week of Valor during Veterans Day. This annual event brings together student veterans, military-connected families, and community partners to celebrate service, foster connection, and introduce innovative ways to support veterans’ ongoing well-being.

This past year, Wisdom’s Wellness & Consulting LLC was honored to be invited to the UTRGV campus to participate in this meaningful celebration. As part of the week’s activities, we had the opportunity to introduce veterans and students to cutting-edge brain health technology through a live demonstration of the MediBand neurofeedback device.

I am forever grateful for the Epilepsy Foundation, an organization that has walked with me through some of my darkest times. Their support has meant more than just resources or medical guidance it’s been a lifeline, offering community, understanding, and empowerment when I needed it most.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on May 16th at the RGV Epilepsy Support Group. Our conversation about PTSD in caregivers is just the beginning. Our healing matters too.

I am incredibly honored and humbled to have been selected as the 2024 Woman of Distinction in the Military category by the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. To be completely honest, I was shocked to learn I had even been nominated, let alone chosen. This recognition came as a complete surprise, and I am deeply grateful to those who saw value in the work I’ve dedicated myself to over the years.