Meet Carolina

My name is Carolina Beatriz Diaz. I was born in El Salvador, and I spent my formative years there. My family and I migrated to the U.S. when I was five years old and we have been here ever since. With the sacrifice, hard work and dedication of my parents, we were able to overcome whatever challenges or obstacles life threw our way. As an immigrant and first to graduate in my family, I am familiar with the barriers and obstacles immigrants face, which in hindsight, made my journey and accomplishments that much more valuable.

I received my Master's in Social Work and Bachelor's Degree in Administration of Justice from George Mason University.  Having lived most of my life in Northern Virginia, I wanted to become a bilingual mental health therapist to offer representation and create a safe space for clients to be themselves and feel understood when it comes to their mental health. 

When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, taking care of my plants, and being outdoors. I LOVE to travel and love to eat. I LOVE a good laugh; laughter is said to trigger endorphins; the feel-good hormones.

Personally, I would describe myself as a positive, kind, and caring individual. I come from a large family (my mother is one of eleven and my father is one of thirteen+) so needless to say, there is never a dull moment in my life. 

The colibri (hummingbird) generally symbolizes joy, beauty, playfulness, as well as adaptability and resilience. 

Additional symbolic meanings are:    

Lightness of being and enjoyment of life 

Being more present Independence Bringing playfulness and joy in your life Lifting negativity.