Hi, I’m Bruno

My Background

I was born and raised in Peru, where, as a child, I spent a lot of time participating in missionary activities. Throughout my time serving the community, I recognized that people struggle with a range of life stressors that impair their ability to function. Once I finished high school, I knew I wanted to pursue a career as a therapist, and I started studying psychology in college in 2001.

After studying psychology in Peru for five years, I moved to the USA, where I had to study further to provide psychotherapeutic services. I received a Bachelor’s from the University of New Mexico in 2009 and a Master’s from Adams State University in 2015. Soon after, I continued advanced training and began my counseling practice while simultaneously working toward a doctorate in clinical psychology (PsyD).

My career has presented its fair share of welcome opportunities and difficult challenges. For years, I juggled the stress of working full-time, pursuing my doctorate, and writing my dissertation. Similarly, I have experienced moments of anxiety, depression, and bereavement in my life, often without support.

Additionally, having worked with Latinx communities throughout Colorado and New Mexico, I understand that the process of adapting to a new language, culture, and set of expectations can sometimes be traumatic. Observing these difficult experiences in people has made me more empathetic, compassionate, and motivated to help those struggling.

I developed meaningful skills for managing these stressors, but I realized that I would have overcome certain challenges more quickly and thoroughly had I received professional guidance. Through this process, I became deeply invested in becoming the most effective therapist possible, offering others some of the essential skills, perspectives, and support I wish I had been given.