Supporting the Community
Hispanic Family Counseling recognizes the importance of investing time and skills to help the community to create a positive and direct impact in delivering critical services such as educational seminars, crisis management, community and volunteering activities, and many more.
Our CEO, Nidia Medina, attended Puerto Rico Day in Tallahassee (March 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse C Lamas, had the privilege of participating in an enriching wellness roundtable, a dynamic forum where dedicated mental health professionals united to share experiences, strategies, and insights (March 2025).
Liza Colon, Altamonte Office Manager, attended the HAPBWA (Hispanic American Professional & Business Women’s Association) board of directors at the HAPBWA-Swearing 2025 Change of Command (March 2025).
Our intern Ena Rivera, had the opportunity to connect with incredible people and hear inspiring stories while attending the event Out of The Darkness with UCF (March 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse C Lamas, was present in the GrowFL Leadership Institute, exploring the theme “Building a Lasting Legacy.” (Feb 2025).
Our Altamonte Office Manager, Liza Colon, attended the Monthly Working Together Coalition meeting (Feb 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was present at the Collaborative Community Gathering to organize and advocate for housing, health, education, economic development, and opportunities for our Latino youth (February 2025).
Our CEO, Nidia Medina, had the honor of celebrating Behavioral Health Day alongside great pro-life advocates in Tallahassee, Florida (February 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse C. Lamas, was recognized during AFSP Chapter Leadership Conference in Houston, TX, with the 'Miss Congeniality' Award (Feb 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, received this Recognition for the Puerto Rico chapter for their dedication and commitment to suicide prevention (February 2025).
Part of our admin team and staff participated of the 2025 AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk (February 2025).
Soul Shop Pilot program for Hispanics in Puerto Rico, our Founder & President, Denisse C Lamas, successfully trained 27 people (January 2025).
As part of a collaborative research project with Michigan State University we conducted 2 focus groups in Puerto Rico (January 2025).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, had the honor of participating in the annual board meeting of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Puerto Rico Chapter. During this meeting, goals and objectives for the year 2025 were defined, reaffirming our commitment to prevention, awareness, and support for those facing challenges in their mental health (January 2025).
Our HFC staff enjoyed a team building day thanks to CFBH. Thank you, Central Florida Behavioral Hospital, for the delicious lunch and engaging team building activity (January 2025).
Liza Colon, on behalf of Hispanic Family Counseling Inc. was in Puerto Rico to deliver the donations for 'Mi Cajita Pa’ Orocovis' on the Three Kings’ Day (January 2025).
Liza Colon, on behalf of Hispanic Family Counseling Inc. was in Puerto Rico to deliver the donations for 'Mi Cajita Pa’ Orocovis' on January 4th for the Three Kings’ Day (January 2025).
Our President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, had the pleasure of attending GrowFL's holiday party (December 2024).
Our President & Founder, Denisse Centeno Lamas, Ivelisse Aldea and Liza Colón had the opportunity to share with great friends, entrepreneurs and business owners who were recognized for their leadership and effort in their professional career. We thank HAPBWA, its board of directors and especially Matty Frias for her excellent performance and the work done during these 4 years leaving a fruitful path for all Latina businesswomen (December 2024)
What a joy to receive this beautiful gift full of heart and meaning! Thank you so much Peter Cook for sharing the story of “Hippo Jones: The Legend of the Largest Heart” with us (December 2024)
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, participated of the 'Coffee and Conversations' Holiday Edition held at Hamilton Kitchen (December 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, participated in the Prospanica Professional Conference and Expo, which focuses on developing Hispanic leaders and connects aspiring business professionals with recruiters for job opportunities (November 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, attended the event hosted by NAWBO Orlando, in partnership with The Elle Collective at Seminole State College. The event focused on alternative medicine and holistic healthcare designed specifically for women entrepreneurs. A distinguished panel of experts discussed holistic health strategies, including functional medicine and holistic women's care (November 2024).
Our Founder & President participated in 'Women in Battle' event. A place to help support women and give them tools to heal and transform their lives (November 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was part of the panelists along with other professional women talking about the relevance of mental health care in our lives. We thank HAPBWA Foundation for the invitation and our intern Francés López for guiding those present with our services (October 2024).
We thank Prospera USA for the opportunity given to Hispanic Family Counseling Inc. to be part of the “Client Circle.” Our Founder & President, Denisse C Lamas was present. (October 2024)
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, joined leaders from different states in the US committed to planning the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Chapter Leaders Conference which will take place in January 2025. (October 2024)
Our interns, Francés López and Miryeth Rico, were assisting with information about our services to those present at the EXPO HAPBWA 2024. (October 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was in Little Rock, Arkansas with other Christian leaders developing Soul Shop workshops for Hispanic churches. (October 2024).
Our CEO, Dr. Nidia Medina, and Dr. Kadeem Campbell, Clinical Supervisor, attended the first meeting of the First Responders Support Team (FRST) Partnership (October 2024).
Liza Colon, Altamonte Springs Office Manager, attended the event 'Matiz Internacional' on behalf of HFC (September 2024).
Proud of the nomination of our President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, in the 'El Josco Awards' of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida in the category of Professional of the Year (September 2024.
Our Clinical Supervisor Priscila Manzanet participated in the event: “Learning about Mental Health, Education and Parents” organized by Working Together talking about the topic: Trauma Symptoms (August 2024).
Pulse Memorial Advisory Meetings are open to the public and can be emotional overwhelming for many directly or indirectly affected by this tragedy, HFC has counselor available at the meetings for anyone in need (August 2024).
Our CEO, Dr. Nidia Medina, was at the Association of Physicians for the Underserved 2024 (ACU) conference held in Washington DC (August 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, teaching the “Talking Saves Lives” training to part of our team (July 2024).
Denisse Centeno Lamas, our Founder and President, traveled to Washington, DC to be present at the 15th Annual Forum of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to advocate for suicide (June 2024).
As part of Mental Health Month, the Florida and Puerto Rico Chapters came together for the first virtual Research Connection Program. Dr. Duarte-Velez spoke to the community about treating suicidal thoughts and behaviors to learn about ways we can all play a role in preventing suicide among our youth (May 2024).
Our intent along with Liza Colon represented Hispafam at the "Enuentro de Titanes" organized by Matiz International (May 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, had the opportunity to participate in a round table moderated by Prospera USA and the presence of the Secretary of Commerce Alex Kelly among other members of the Client Circle (April 2024).
Liza Colon represented HFC in "Understanding Autism" event organized by the Working Together Coalition to join efforts during April's Autism Awareness Month (April 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno and the CEO, Nidia Medina, enjoyed a morning dedicated to sharing Hispanic-centered resources with the mental health and substance abuse communities at “Cafecito y Conversations" organized by Recovery Unplugged and Palm Point Behavioral Health (April 2024).
Our therapist Luis Del Valle and #PSR Supervisor, Ileana Herrera were guests on the 'Umbrella Life Project Podcast' (April 2024).
Our interns Yansly Marrero, Melissa Garzón and Luisa Roldán were present at the Autism Awareness Month activity at Neptune Elementary (April 2024).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, offered the Soul Shop training where participants eceived useful education through group activity-based learning and creating conversations with each other encouraging help-seeking to prevent suicide and suicide attempts (April 10, 2024).
Our interns Yansly Marrero and Melissa Garzón were present at the "Connecting with Autism" activity organized by the Mexican Consulate (April 2024).
Liza Colon represented HFC in the monthly Working Together Coalition meeting where this time they talked about 'Access to Healthcare for All' (March 2024).
Every year, an increasing number of men, women and their families join '"Walk a Mile in Her Shoes": the international men's march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender-based violence. Our interns, José Robles, Angela Núñez, Yansly Marrero and Melissa Garzón, joined this walk to represent Hispafam (March 2024).
Hispafam was present at the event organized by Harbor House in Central Florida “It Takes Courage.” A volunteer-based domestic violence prevention initiative. We thank interns Angela Nuñez and Yansly Marrero who along with 40 law enforcement officers participated by distributing more than 9,886 door fliers to spread awareness and support throughout Orange County (March 2024).
The HAPBWA Association had its usual end-of-month meeting titled: “Nutritious Cuisine” where Liza Colon represented Hispafam (Mach 2024).
Liza Colon represented Hispafam in the monthly 'Working Together' Coalition meeting where this time Claudia Rojas talked about "New Federal Reporting Requirements for Small Business Owners". (March 2024).
Our Clinical Supervisor, Priscila Manzanet, along with some of our interns represented Hispanic Family Counseling Inc. at the 17th Annual Out of the Dark Walk sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Orlando chapter at Baldwin Park (February 24, 2024)
Part of our Admin team was present at the 6th Annual Florida Family Leader Network (FFLN) Summit in Tampa celebrating the invaluable contributions of family leaders and advocates for partnerships between families and professionals (February 2024)
Each year, volunteer and staff leaders from AFSP chapters across the country gather to recognize accomplishments and learn more about how to advance their mission. This year, Central Florida hosted the 19th Annual American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Leadership Conference and our Founder & President was present with some of the Administrative Team (January 2024).
Part of our admin team joined US Hunger to contribute and bring closer that vision of Rev. Martín Luther King Jr. of helping and giving hope to those in need. Together, we can impact our communities. Let’s pack meals! (Jan 15, 2024)
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, traveled to NYC to be present at the National Board meeting of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) along with an incredible work team, of which she proudly belongs (December 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, participated in the Holiday edition of “Coffee and Conversation” by University Behavioral Hospital, where mental health professionals from all over Central Florida come together to design strategies to serve our community (December 06, 2023).
One of our interns, Rosemary Rodriguez, represented Hispafam at the Fall Festival of the Iglesia Cristiana Hispana Discípulos de Cristo Del Norte de Orlando in Casselberry (November, 2023).
One of our clinicians, Xiomara Sánchez, was a facilitator in Puerto Rico offering tools and highlighting that public understanding about the impact of suicide on loved ones and those who have survived can improve social support (Nov, 2023).
Liza Colon represented Hispafam at the "Working Together Coalition" monthly meeting where they talked about “Health Care Resources for our Loved Ones.” The Business Development Director of AdventHealth Hospice Care, Javier Meléndez provided important information about the Hospice program offered by AdventHealth and how this care is designed to improve the quality of life of patients and their families by relieving suffering, controlling symptoms and provide emotional and spiritual support.
The HAPBWA Foundation held the “Laughter Workshop”, where psychologist Marlene Silva educated attendees on the benefits of laughing and shared several exercises and tools to release those endorphins that do us so much good. Ivelisse Aldea and Liza Colon represented HFC in this fun event (November, 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, was at the Soul Shop Directors' Retreat, where they devised strategies to better equip religious leaders and congregations in suicide prevention (Nov 2023).
Hispafam participated in the Job Fair organized by the Career Placement Dept. for the students of Ana G. Mendez University where Roberto Llavina and Daniela Astudillo from administrative team were able to offer future professionals information about our agency and invite them to be part of our team (Oct 18, 2023).
The 2023 Prospera Annual Success Stories event was held at the Orlando Museum of Arts, celebrating the dedication of local #Hispanic entrepreneurs and their partnerships that drive success. HispaFam was represented by Richard Centeno, Director of Operations, who feels grateful for being part of this celebration and congratulates all the winners and Prospera USA for its tireless support of small businesses (Oct, 2023)
Hispafam had the pleasure of collaborating with other organizations in the "Day of Community Services of Value" sponsored by the 'Foro De Mujeres Dominicanas'. We thank Luz Rodríguez, president of the identity, for the invitation to the event and for continuing to promote the importance of our mental health and our interns Ángela Núñez and Rosemary Rodríguez for their participation in it.
Karen Perez from our administrative team represented us in the training "Let's talk about Cancer" organized by Workin Together Coalition (Oct, 2023).
Our interns, Diana Fuentes and Angela Núñez, represented Hispafam and shared our services to everyone present at Neptune Elementary School celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Oct, 2023).
On October 19, 2023, our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, was recognized with the Brillante Community Service Award in Las Vegas by Prospanica for being a beacon of hope within the Hispanic community.
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, attended the Conference & Career Expo Together We Can by Prospanica, a non-profit organization that for more than 35 years has advocated for the advancement of Hispanic professionals, finding innovative ways for the Latinx community to reach its full potential (Oct, 2023).
Liza Colon, Altamonte Office Manager, represented Hispafam at the Magical Fall Breakfast for Women's Health sponsored by HAPBWA Foundation raising awareness in Breast Cancer month (October 2023).
Our Altamonte Office Manager, Liza Colon, represented HFC at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Matiz Internacional, a community initiative committed to providing support and serving as a link to Latin American families (October 2023).
Roberto Llavina, HHRR, and Ivelisse Aldea, Billing, represented HispaFam at the closing of the Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month 2023, Wealth Latina, organized by Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County (Oct, 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, was invited by "Iglesia Cristiana Hispana Discípulos de Cristo del Norte de Orlando" to talk about suicide prevention on October 7, 2023.
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, was invited to honor our Hispanic heritage and honor our past, nourish our present and safeguard our mental health for the future. We thank Aware Recovery Care, Banyan Treatment Center and Positive Behavioral Solutions for the invitation (Oct, 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, participated in the Orlando Business Journal's Community Impact Roundtable which focused on opportunities and challenges in Central Florida, particularly Osceola County, due to the current Hispanic population boom (October 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, together with the collaboration of the College of Occupational Therapy Professionals of Puerto Rico, had the discussion “Let's Talk About Suicide Prevention in Children and Adolescents" on September 28, 2023.
Our Founder & President and board member of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Denisse Centeno-Lamas participated in the event: “Supportive Conversations to Prevent Suicide" organized by Ana G Mendez University on September 27, 2023.
Ou interns Sarah Cáceres, Diana Fuentes and Norma Ventura helped us with the #AFSP and #Hispafam materials at the Ana G. Méndez University Suicide Prevention event on September 27, 2023.
Our therapists continue to train to offer better service to our clients. Congratulations to Wilmarie Rosa, Xiomara Sanchez and Martha Kaik who completed the MATCH Anxiety Protocol: Advanced Exposure Training Event hosted by The Baker Center for Children and Families (September, 2023).
Working Together Coalition in collaboration with the MexicoConsulate in Orlando had a training on: Every life matters. Educational Counselor Dr. Bernardita Sierra held her workshop and focused on raising awareness about suicide prevention, learning about the signs, risks and resources available to help those in need, especially adolescents. Liza Colón represented #HispaFam in this talk (Sep 2023).
Our interns Karmen Martinez, Maria Noriega and Angela Nunez represented #Hispafam in the Osceola Youth and Family Summit on September 23, 2023.
Our interns Anna Cruz and Jennifer Hernandez represented #Hispafam in the Mental Health Resource Fair on September 20, 2023
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas was invited by the University of South Florida (USF) for the training of the Latinx community with the Brazilian Student Association (BRASA) to offer 'Talk Saves Lives' a suicide prevention training.
Our Founder & President had the honor of sharing a retreat in Chicago with the Leadership Council of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), representing the southeast division and the Latino community. With this group of incredible professionals they were working on ways to develop leaders through diversity in chapters across the country and Puerto Rico. (August 2023)
Ivelisse Aldea, HFC Billing Specialist, and Liza Colon, HFC Altamonte Office Manager, represented HispaFam at "Women, Law and Ethics: Empowering Change" HAPBWA Event held at the Cooper Hawk's Restaurant (August 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, participated in the General Assembly of the Disciples of Christ in Kentucky, in it, she was part of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) mental health roundtable exposing deep issues including trauma in our minority communities, July 30, 2023.
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, along with the Billing Specialist, Ivelisse Aldea, attended the Business Wellness Day organized by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orland, July 28, 2023
Our CEO, Denisse Centeno-Lamas, along with the Clinical Supervisor, Priscila Manzanet, were part of the panelists in the Panel Discussion "Counseling Latinx Clients in the Current Political Climate: Ay Dios Mio!" sponsored by CFAMFT & MHCCF, July 25, 2023
Denisse Centeno-Lamas was awarded the distinction of the Leadership Excellence Award at the Health 2.0 Conferences in Las Vegas, July 2023.
During Minority Mental health Month, our team was training in their efforts to reduce the Health Disparities that affect the mental wellbeing of these communities, July 2023.
HFC Summer Camp 2023 at our Kissimmee location facilitated by our interns where between arts, crafts, paintings, and gifts for Dad, kids learned important skills for a healthy emotional balance
HFC Summer Camp 2023 at our Orlando location facilitated by our interns where kids learned emotional, personal and social skills to strengthen their mental health
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was present at the event “Protecting Health Care for the Hispanic Community”, sponsored by HispanicFederation and UnidosUS. A very important talk that goes a long way to helping 5.7 million Floridians, including children and members of the community with health care needs, maintain access to their Medicaid coverage.
HispaFam arrives at La Perla de Gran Precio in conjunction with Michigan State University to work together on ArtFam a research projects that evaluates the resilience of our Puerto Rican community.
Part of our Hispafam team participated of the "Vision Board" workshop provided by Cherlette McCullough as part of a team building activity (March 2023).
Our student interns had the opportunity to represent HispaFam at the Orange County Resource Expo offering our services and necessary information on mental health, March 2023.
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was invited by Prospera Orlando to enjoy the Orlando Magic vs Miami Heats game on “Latin Night", March 2023.
Our interns were part of the direction of the transition support group in OsceolaCounty schools providing support to students who recently moved from Venezuela, Feb 2023.
Part of our Admin team enjoyed their first Team Building in a relaxing and rewarding Forest Therapy experience at the MeadBotanicalGarden, Feb 2023.
Our therapists participated in the training of "Addictive Disorders and Mental Health" provided by Dr. José Santos, Psy. (February, 2023)
Our administrative team enjoyed a presentation on "Talk Save Lives", an introduction to suicide prevention, by our CEO, Denisse Centeno-Lamas (Feb, 2023).
Our interns participated in the Saturday Health Day sponsored by the Consulate of Mexico in Orlando, under the theme: "Love your Heart" (Feb 2023).
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, completing and becoming certified as a #SoulShop™ Trainer, an interactive workshop that equips faith community leaders and other people of faith to prepare their congregations to minister to those affected by suicidal despair, Feb 2023.
Our interns present in the City Of Orlando event celebrating Black history month (Feb 2023).
HispaFam team during AFSP’s 16th Orlando Chapter “Out of the Darkness ” Walk, February 2023
An incredible group of passionate and committed American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) volunteers and leaders from around the world country gathered to be part of the Annual Leadership Conferences held in Seattle, WA. (January, 2023)
Hispanic American Professional & Business Women’s Association (HAPBWA) celebrated yesterday its “Christmas Party” for all its members in a festive atmosphere full of pleasant fraternity. (Dec, 2022)
HAPBWA Foundation had its 3rd edition of the Hispanic Women’s Summit, which brought as a theme: “Leading in a new economy”. This event provided next level education and valuable information to professional women and made them aware of new trends (Dec, 2022).
HispaFam is honored and excited to have received the "Business of the Year" award in the first awards for excellence awarded by HAPBWA on its 25th Anniversary (November, 2022).
Our team at the Grand Opening of our new Kissimmee Office, Nov 2022
Our Founder & President, Denisse Lamas, receiving the 2022 Business of the Year Award by HAPBWA during the 25th Anniversary Gala
Our third AFSP - Puerto Rico Chapter “Out Of The Darkness” Walk, October 2022.
The PR Chamber of Commerce held the “Lunch and Learn” with the new Fire Chief Charlie Salazar and Deputy Chief Adrián Fernández in the Municipality of Orlando (Oct 2022).
HispaFam was honored to be present at the inauguration and ribbon cutting of Lotus Behavioral Health, a center of excellence for care focused on adults, adolescents and families which has a residential #treatment program that helps adolescents who fight against substance use disorder and behavioral problems (Oct, 2022).
Our Founder & President, Denisse C Lamas, is working with professionals from all over the country to make Soul Shop training possible for the Hispanic community (Oct 2022).
City of Orlando organized a Hispanic Heritage Month Art Show and our Director of Operations, Richard Centeno, enjoyed a beautiful exhibit that highlights the rich culture and heritage of Latin America through the artistic creativity of our beloved artists (October, 2022).
HispaFam was invited to the 4th Annual Youth and Family Summit in Osceola. Our interns participated in it providing information about our services, Sep. 2022.
"Women in Transition 2022”, that’s what HAPBWA’s monthly meeting was called in September 2022, our Altamonte Office Manager, Liza Colon, attended the workshop.
Our interns participated of the Back to School Mental Health Skate Night at the Semoran Skateway facility (Sep 2022).
Our Founder & President, Director Denisse Centeno Lamas, had the honor of sharing with Dr. María F. Vázquez, the first Hispanic superintendent in Orange County Public Schools (Sep 2022).
HispaFam enjoyed an excellent TeamBuilding with fun dynamics that helped identify their strengths and foster joint work skills in solving problems as a team, September 2022.
Our Founder & President, Denisse Centeno Lamas, was invited to a retreat sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation (August 2022).
Our interns attended the Second Health Day sponsored by the Health Window of the Consulate of Mexico, August 2022.
Our intern at the National Health Week Event at the Mexican Consulate, 2022
Our team of volunteers at "Grace and Grits" feeding the homeless
Our intern at Spirit Day at the Mexican Consulate, 2021
Our team present at the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, 2018
Our Founder & President sharing information about her advocacy for Suicide Prevention, radio station invite
Hispafam present at the Health Fair at Aviva-Orlando
One of our interns present at College Park celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, 2019
Our team at the Aviva-Orlando Event, 2018
Our staff volunteering to feed the homeless "Grace and Grits"
SKANSA Event
YMHFA Training provided by our Founder & President, Denisse Lamas