About Graciela de Barrientos
Graciela was born in El Salvador, C.A. into a very respectful, loving and caring family. At the present, she is a happy wife and mother of six sons and daughters.
She studied at the Catholic Central American University “Jose Simeon Canas” (UCA) and got a degree as a licensed in Psychology; specialized in Clinical and Health Psychology by the Instituto Salamanca and as a Cognitive and Behavioral Psychotherapist by the Pro Special Educational Foundation of El Salvador (FUNPRES); She studied a Master in Human Resources and Knowledge Management at the European University Miguel de Cervantes.
She has worked as a psychotherapist, evaluator, psychosocial interventor, assisting children, teens, adults and groups. She has offered professional services at public and private institutions in the fields of organizational behavior, communication, Leadership, Stress Management and Socioemotional skills training.
For about 10 years she and her husband served as members of the Family Pastoral Ministry at their parish, giving formation to the catholic couples that desired the sacrament of marriage.
Now, they are parishioners at St Therese Catholic Church in Sugar Land and also attend the Mission Heralds of the Gospel in Houston.
Why I want to work with Gratia Plena:
I am drawn to Gratia Plena because its mission aligns closely with my vocation to serve others through a holistic and faith-centered approach to mental health. I value the integration of professional psychological care with the richness of Catholic teaching, and I am inspired by the opportunity to accompany individuals and families in their healing journey while remaining grounded in these principles.
My Favorite Prayer:
I find deep spiritual nourishment in praying the Liturgy of the Hours, the Angelus, and the Holy Rosary, which help me remain centered and attentive to God’s presence throughout the day.
My Favorite Mental Health Quote:
"Most of the behaviors of individuals must be understood from their context, as they lose meaning if they are analyzed in isolation" - Solomon Asch
My Favorite Bible Verse:
“Blessed is the man who does not follow the counsel of the wicked, nor stand in the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of mockers, but delights in the law of the Lord, and meditates on it day and night.” — Psalm 1:1–2
My Favorite Saint:
St. Martin de Porres
What I do for fun!
I enjoy spending time with my family and reading spiritual books, especially the Lives of The Saints.
Graciela de Barrientos, Mental Health Coach's services
The most common service that we provide is individual psychotherapy, also called individual therapy or counseling.
