Dr. Estrada brings over 12 years of experience in community mental health to her position as Vivent Health’s Associate Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness. She earned her PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision from Capella University in 2025 and her Master’s degree in School Counseling in 2016. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Texas and has been fully licensed since 2019.
Throughout her career, Dr. Estrada has held a variety of roles within the realm of community mental health, including therapist, program manager, utilization management, and crisis team lead. Her experience has often included working with those commonly underserved in the medical community and society at large. She is committed to meeting clients where they are while addressing the holistic and often complex needs associated with mental health support for those living with HIV.
Dr. Estrada utilizes an integrative therapeutic approach, tailoring elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to fit each client’s unique needs. Her approach balances accountability with empathy so she can support clients in making meaningful progress while also creating space to process life experiences in an authentic, safe, and collaborative environment.
Dr. Estrada is especially passionate about addressing the intersection of physical and mental health. Her work in nonprofits has reinforced her belief in the critical need for integrated care models like that at Vivent Health. Her pursuit of a PhD was rooted in her dedication not only to her clients, but to her role in supporting and overseeing fellow mental health professionals to ensure that they are well-supported in adhering to ethical standards, maintaining their own wellbeing, and providing the best possible care to patients. This commitment is central to her role in supporting both clients and clinical teams in navigating the emotional and psychological impacts of HIV.