Dr. Ana Maria De La Torre is a bilingual psychologist with over 20 years of experience in mental health support across private and public sectors. Fluent in English and Spanish, she specializes in trauma recovery, crisis intervention, and psychological support in high-stress environments.
Beginning her career in the federal prison system, Dr. De La Torre provided individual and group therapy to adult male inmates, monitored special housing units and suicide watch, and led crisis negotiations. This foundational experience developed her expertise in managing high-pressure situations.
She further enhanced her skills at the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, serving as a crisis counselor, disaster coordinator, and public speaker, while also participating in media interviews on mental health topics. Her role in deploying crisis counselors during major disasters showcased her capacity for managing high-profile events.
As a trained hostage negotiator with the LAPD, she worked with individuals in mental health crises, assessing their needs for inpatient care or community services, thereby helping to reduce incarceration rates and alleviate the burden on the criminal justice system.
Currently, Dr. De La Torre serves a diverse clientele, including children, adults, and couples, addressing emotional and psychological issues. She provides specialized therapy for first responders experiencing emotional trauma, as well as support for injured workers facing psychological impacts like PTSD and depression. Her compassionate, solution-focused approach makes her a valuable resource for those seeking assistance with trauma and mental health resilience.