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 compassion instead of criticism, that shift can transform 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 complexity of building a life between cultures while carrying the traditions, expectations, and responsibilities that often come with family life. Her experiences as an immigrant, mother, and therapist shape the empathy and perspective she brings to each session.
Known for her warmth, energy, and genuine curiosity, Nayeska asks thoughtful questions and explores different perspectives without avoiding difficult conversations. She approaches therapy as a collaborative process where therapist and client remain open, engaged, and willing to understand what may be keeping change from happening.
Approach to Therapy
Many of us learn to navigate life through self-criticism, perfectionism, or responsibilities that were never ours to carry. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow down, understand those patterns with compassion, and develop new ways of responding.
Together, we’ll explore the experiences and relational patterns that have shaped your life, identify what is keeping you stuck, and find practical ways to move forward. Whether I’m working with a mother, couple, teenager, or family, my goal is to help people understand themselves more clearly and strengthen the relationships that matter most.
Helping people reconnect with themselves so they can reconnect with the people they love.
Get to Know Her
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I provide therapy in Spanish and enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am 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
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• 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 Speaking
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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.