Luz Espinoza Reyes
Board of Directors
Luz is a first-generation immigrant born in Mexico who immigrated to the U.S. at the young age of seven. She earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University’s School of Social Work and has dedicated her career to serving immigrant and less privileged communities. With over a decade of experience, Luz has worked as a mentor, therapist, and school social worker. In her previous role as a therapist for unaccompanied immigrant children and youth, Luz supported immigrant families throughout the reunification process, providing essential therapy and social work services. Luz specialized in providing assistance to immigrant youth who have experienced various levels of trauma, including victims or survivors of trafficking, abuse, gang affiliation, or violence in their countries of origin. She also focused on facilitating the transition of immigrant children and youth into the U.S. while bridging the cultural gaps between traditional beliefs and U.S. culture through a culturally humble approach. After serving as a school social worker for the past two years, Luz has ventured into private practice. Currently, she is dedicated to the establishment of her own private practice where she will continue her purpose of serving immigrant communities, less privileged communities, and communities impacted by oppression. Luz’s professional experience and personal connection with immigrant communities have greatly influenced her work in helping immigrant children, youth, and families heal. She approaches her clinical practice with a trauma-informed perspective, integrating social justice, anti-oppression, and anti-racism principles. Luz is a passionate advocate for justice, honor, respect, and emotional well-being, ensuring the safety and empowerment of those she serves.