Born in beautiful Colombia, Maria Mendoza is the daughter of two hardworking immigrants. Proud of her background and committed to supporting the Latino community, she aspires to become a bilingual clinical psychologist and is currently pursuing her education. She is passionate about mental health advocacy and hopes to make therapy more accessible to Spanish-speaking communities. Along with her dedication to psychology, she has a deep love for the arts and design, which have been an integral part of her life. Whether through painting, fashion, or creative expression, she finds joy in exploring different artistic mediums. She believes that both psychology and art have the power to heal and connect people, inspiring her to integrate creativity into her future work.