Dr. Vallejo is a bilingual (Spanish/English), bicultural licensed psychologist based in Wisconsin. She works with adults of all ages presenting with a variety of concerns, including challenging relationships with families of origin, difficulties with understanding and expressing emotions, first gen and immigrant experiences, race-based stress, ADHD, concerns with physical health, and mood disorders.
Dr. Vallejo uses an integrative approach to treatment, encompassing evidence-based, multiculturally informed methods, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based interventions. She also believes in the value of a strong, therapeutic relationship and client’s being the experts of their own lives and experiences. Dr. Vallejo strives to create a space that fosters openness and authenticity by offering empathy, nonjudgment and compassion. In addition, Dr. Vallejo recognizes that therapy is one of many facets to mental wellness, and encourages a holistic framework.
Clients who have worked with Dr. Vallejo often identify improved awareness and understanding of their own emotions and behaviors, positive behavior changes, decreased distress and use of more effective coping skills, improved communication and interactions with others, and living more in alignment with their own values.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Vallejo enjoys providing supervision and is an experienced presenter, taking pride in delivering messages to audiences that help reduce mental health stigma and improve mental wellness.
Outside of her professional roles, Dr. Vallejo enjoys spending time with her family, finding new creative projects, boxing and kickboxing.
