Nayeska Sanjuan
MS, LMFT-A candidate
Supervised by Nelliana Acuña, LMFT-S
Online Across Texas | Therapy in Spanish
Nayeska believes healing begins with the relationship we have with ourselves. When we learn to respond with greater compassion instead of criticism, that change naturally extends into the way we parent, love, communicate, and show up in our most important relationships.
Originally from Colombia and now living in the United States, Nayeska understands the emotional complexity of building a life between cultures while carrying the expectations, traditions, and responsibilities that often come with family life. Her own journey—as an immigrant, a mother, and a therapist—continues to shape the empathy and perspective she brings to every session.
Known for her warmth, energy, and wholehearted commitment, Nayeska brings genuine curiosity into the therapy room. She isn't afraid to ask thoughtful questions, explore different perspectives, or challenge ideas when doing so helps clients better understand themselves. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, believing that meaningful change happens when both therapist and client remain open, curious, and engaged.
Behind her enthusiasm is a therapist deeply committed to growth. She continuously seeks opportunities to learn, integrate new knowledge, and refine her clinical skills because she believes every client deserves thoughtful, intentional, and culturally responsive care.
Approach to Therapy
I believe healing begins with the relationship we have with ourselves.
Many of us learn to navigate life through self-criticism, perfectionism, or carrying responsibilities that were never ours to hold. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow down, understand those patterns with compassion, and begin responding to ourselves in new ways.
Whether I'm working with a mother, a couple, a teenager, or a family, my goal remains the same: helping people better understand themselves, strengthen the relationships that matter most, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Together, we'll explore the experiences and relationship patterns that have shaped your story, identify what's keeping you feeling stuck, and discover practical ways to move forward with greater confidence, connection, and authenticity.
Helping people reconnect with themselves so they can reconnect with the people they love.
Get to Know Her
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Nayeska provides therapy in Spanish and enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
She is especially passionate about supporting:
• Mothers navigating identity, emotional overwhelm, and parenting challenges
• Couples experiencing recurring conflict or disconnection
• Families with young children
• Adolescents navigating identity and family relationships
• Hispanic and Latinx individuals and families
• Immigrants adapting to life between cultures
• Adults experiencing anxiety, emotional reactivity, and intergenerational patterns
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, struggling in your relationship, trying to break patterns from your family of origin, or simply longing to reconnect with yourself, Nayeska offers a compassionate space where healing begins with understanding—not judgment.
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• Education & Credentials
• Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Candidate, Texas
• Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy, Florida Christian University
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Universidad del Norte (Colombia)
• Spanish Spealing
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Becoming a mother transformed not only my life but also the way I understand people, relationships, and healing. It reminded me that growth rarely comes from having all the answers—it comes from being willing to ask new questions.
That same curiosity continues to guide both my personal and professional journey. I believe learning is a lifelong process, and I strive to bring openness, dedication, and genuine care into every therapeutic relationship. It is a privilege to walk alongside people as they reconnect with themselves and the relationships that matter most.