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I started Mindfulness with Desiree after a decade of overachieving in the television industry, during which I battled anxiety, depression, and was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder called Hashimoto’s. The conventional solution aka medication, came with side effects that threatened not just my health but my joy. I chose a different path: dedicating myself to mindfulness and holistic healing. I studied neuroscience and the mind-body connection, discovering how to support my health naturally. Today, my thyroid is functioning well, and I am steadily moving toward remission, all by listening to and honoring my mind, body, and soul.

I am a second-generation Puerto Rican, raised in the Bronx, New York, and moved to Los Angeles ten years ago to start fresh and grow outside my comfort zone. I have overcome generational trauma, homelessness, and financial hardship. After losing both of my grandmothers to mental health challenges, I knew I had to reclaim our power through health and mindfulness. I even moved to Spain to teach mindfulness to children and reconnect with my mother tongue. When I returned, I dove into certifications and launched my business, starting with community-based events like sound baths and one-on-one life coaching.

Today, I run a successful mindfulness education business, bringing wellness to corporate clients like Levi’s and Chipotle, underserved public school communities and women of color retreats. My mission is to help others cultivate peace, balance, and joy, especially within the Latino community and regardless of background or circumstance.