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ABOUT US
Transforming mental healthcare in the Bronx
At Alta Vida Wellness, we are a Latina-led collective of culturally responsive mental health professionals committed to transforming how care is accessed in underserved communities. Rooted in the Bronx, our mission is to provide holistic, trauma-informed, and personalized support for individuals and families navigating mental health challenges.
Our team includes licensed therapists, social workers, and psychiatric providers who specialize in therapy, medication management, coaching, and community-based wellness. We believe healing is possible when care is accessible, culturally relevant, and grounded in trust. Whether you seek in-person sessions in our warm, private office or prefer virtual care from the comfort of your home, we meet you where you are — with dignity and compassion.
Alta Vida means “High Life.” We’re here to help you live it.
Yurilka A. Hernandez, LCSW
Founder, President & CEO
Yurilka is a bilingual, bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), mental health advocate, and social entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience supporting historically underserved communities across New York and Massachusetts.
She is the Founder and CEO of both Psychotherapy & Consultation Services PLLC and the nonprofit Alta Vida Wellness, where she leads with a deep commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
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