Tatiana^MA^Paired Responder

Tatiana, MA
Paired Responder

Tatiana is an empathetic mental health peer dedicated to offering a listening ear and a supportive presence to fellow individuals navigating their mental health struggles. Tatiana grew up in San Diego, California and graduated from St. Mary’s College of California with a BA in Spanish Literature and Language. While working on her Master’s degree in Spanish Linguistics and Civilization at California State University San Marcos, Tatiana began her own process navigating the mental health industry as a young adult. In 2019 Tatiana was invited to be the peer speaker for the Mental Health First Aid program within her former university. This lead to several years of speaking engagements throughout the California State University school system as well as the University of California school system. She is dedicated to sharing her own experiences and a deep understanding of the journey to create a platform for open dialogue, education, and empowerment. With a passion for destigmatizing mental health, she is committed to fostering understanding and empathy through authentic conversations. By combining her lived experience with advocacy efforts, she hopes to create an environment where seeking help is a sign of strength and where everyone's mental health story is met with compassion. Tatiana lives in Carbondale with her husband, Mike and their dog, Gemini. When she’s not working, Tatiana loves to take advantage of the beauty of the valley and explore with her loved ones.