Magdalena Rodriguez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nine years of experience working in the mental health field. She is the owner of a private practice where she provides therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Her clinical focus centers on supporting first-generation Latin Americans and BIPOC clients, integrating a culturally responsive lens into every aspect of her work.
Magdalena’s therapeutic approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and somatic practices to foster healing and resilience. In addition to psychotherapy, she specializes in writing psychological immigration evaluations for individuals seeking Extreme Hardship Waivers, VAWA, U-Visas, and T-Visas. Her evaluation work emphasizes careful documentation of trauma-related symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Magdalena is passionate about empowering clients through self-awareness and culturally grounded healing, helping them build meaningful connections and emotional well-being across diverse life experiences.
- BS in Psychology from California State University, Channel Islands
- MS in Counseling Psychology Marriage Family Therapy from California Lutheran University
I view the classroom as a collaborative space where students are invited to explore the intersections of culture, identity, and mental health, while developing the critical thinking and clinical skills needed to serve diverse communities with competence and compassion.
Ms. Rodriguez is dedicated to advancing culturally attuned clinical practice and supporting the next generation of therapists in developing ethical, reflective, and socially responsive approaches to mental healthcare.