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About Healing Con Ganas Therapy
At Healing Con Ganas Therapy, we are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to embark on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. Our practice is founded on the belief that everyone has the power to overcome challenges and thrive. We offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, empowering them to take charge of their lives and embrace their full potential.
Our Mission & Approach
At Healing Con Ganas Therapy, we believe that taking control of your well-being is essential. Our approach is centered on empowering individuals to navigate their emotional landscapes with confidence and self-assurance. We understand that the journey towards healing and personal growth is unique for each person, and we are here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Education
May 2020
May 2017
California State University, Long Beach
Master of Social Work
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology: Social Welfare and Social Justice
Minor: Gender Woman Studies
June 2016
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Rooted in Culture, Compassion, and Community
Healing con Ganas was founded by Nayeli Pérez, LCSW, a bilingual licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping Latinx and first-generation adults heal emotionally and culturally. With over a decade of experience supporting children, families, and professionals across Los Angeles, Nayeli blends clinical expertise with deep cultural understanding.
Her background includes working with LAUSD’s School of Mental Health, Valencia Relationship Institute, and various community organizations serving immigrant, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC populations. She provides trauma-informed care that honors family, identity, and resilience.
Beyond her private practice, Nayeli co-founded Giving Back to Social Workers, raising over $130,000 to support social workers nationwide. She also served on the board of the Refugee Children Center, advocating for immigrant families and mental health access.
Through Healing con Ganas, Nayeli continues her mission to create spaces where people can heal, grow, and find peace con corazón y con ganas.
Articles authored and co-authored by Nayeli...
Voices of Unaccompanied Migrant Youth: Transition Into Adulthood
Published by: Proquest in 2020
Unexpected Caregiving in Later life: Illuminating the visual voices of grandmothers and relative caregivers through photovoice methodology
Published by: Journal of Gerontological Social Work in 2020
Speaking Back to the System: Recommendations for Practice and Policy
from the Perspectives of Youth Formerly in Foster Care who are LGBTQ
Pubclished by: Child Welfare Journal in 2020
