Our Team
Clinical Director
Laura Parodi, MS, LMFT
Laura Parodi, the founder of Azzurra Health Care Center, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience providing psychotherapy in Buenos Aires and Miami. She earned her Master’s in Psychology from Carlos Albizu University and has built a practice that supports children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing issues such as parenting challenges, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, ASD, and life transitions. Laura’s integrative, bilingual approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapies, creating a warm, supportive environment that fosters healing, growth, and resilience.
Medical Director
Mirbelys Perera
Mirbelys Perera is a Psychiatrist based in Miami, Florida. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Florida International University in 2009 and received her Medical Doctor degree from Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) in the Dominican Republic in 2015. She went on to complete her Psychiatry Residency at Larkin Community Hospital in 2020. A member of both the American Psychiatric Association and the Florida Psychiatric Society since 2016, Dr. Perera is deeply passionate about her work and committed to providing compassionate, quality care to all her patients.
Licensed Providers
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Maria Gonzalez, MS, LMFT
Maria C. Gonzalez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Cuban-American professional with over 35 years of experience specializing in family and couples therapy, mood and anxiety disorders, addiction recovery, and life transitions. She holds a Master’s in Family Therapy from St. Thomas University and has completed numerous advanced training certifications. Maria takes a collaborative, supportive approach to help individuals, couples, and young adults navigate personal and professional challenges. She believes mental health is essential to overall well-being and encourages anyone hesitant about therapy to start with a conversation—sometimes, that first step makes all the difference.
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Magdalena M. Palmero, MFT
Magdalena M. Palmero is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with two years of experience supporting individuals and families through anxiety, depression, and grief. Originally from Argentina, she studied Journalism and Broadcasting before earning her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Albizu University in Miami. Her work at En Familia focused on immigrant populations, and she’s trained in Existential Psychotherapy, deepening her approach to personal growth and emotional healing. Driven by her own healing journey, Magdalena creates a safe, non-judgmental space at Azzurra Health Care Clinic, where she encourages open conversations to help clients reconnect with themselves and feel supported.
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Lisandra Ramirez, LMFC
Lisandra Ramires is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health counselor. Through her experience and knowledge, she can help you learn a new set of tools to help you cope with personal stressors, and heal traumatic past events leading to a happier and fuller life.
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Rosario Crespo, LMFT
Rosario Crespo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families work through relationship issues, trauma, and parenting challenges. Originally from Argentina, she earned her degree from Universidad del Salvador and practiced there before moving to the U.S. to complete a Master’s in Family Therapy at Albizu University. Rosario creates a safe, supportive space rooted in empathy and active listening, using evidence-based techniques to guide clients toward healing and stronger connections. She’s driven by the belief that while pain is universal, it’s also manageable with the right support.
Interns
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Carol Suzal Aguilar, Quality Control Manager
Carol Suzal Aguilar is a Group Psychotherapist with four years of experience, working across Italy, Argentina, and the U.S. to support individuals through group therapy. Originally from Buenos Aires, her mental health career began in 1992, giving her a deep understanding of how to help people trust themselves and navigate emotional challenges. Carol creates a safe, compassionate space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported. She’s passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health and believes therapy is a powerful tool for growth, healing, and connection.
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Idalmis Leyva Rosales, MFT
Idalmis Leyva Rosales is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 10 years of experience, originally from Cuba. She earned her degree in Clinical Psychology in 2014 and completed a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling in Miami in 2019. Idalmis works with adults and teens, focusing on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional management, gender identity, and end-of-life issues. She creates a safe, empathetic space where clients feel heard and supported, and finds deep fulfillment in witnessing their growth. Idalmis encourages viewing therapy as an act of self-care and a step toward breaking the stigma around mental health.
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David Cajiao, MFT
David Cajiao has a Master of Science in Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, with more than 20 years of experience working in mental health. Helping Individuals, Couples, Families, and Children to improve their lives and empower them with their own strengths to face any problem of daily life.
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Maria De Achaval, MHC
Maria de Achaval (Toti) is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with five years of experience in Clinical Psychology. Originally from Argentina, she studied Psychology and completed postgraduate training in Cognitive Therapy before moving to the U.S. in 2021. Her integrative approach combines Cognitive Therapy and third-wave techniques to treat anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more. Maria’s passion for mental health comes from her own healing journey, and she creates a safe, empowering space where clients feel heard and supported. She’s committed to reducing stigma and providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
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Ismel Melean, MFT
Ismel Melean, known as “Angie” to her clients, is a Marriage and Family Therapist with four years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through anxiety, trauma, OCD, grief, and more. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, she earned her Bachelor’s at Universidad del Este and her Master’s in Psychology with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy at Carlos Albizu University. Angie’s compassionate, evidence-based approach is rooted in her own personal journey, and she’s dedicated to creating a safe space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to heal and grow.
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Mariamne Herrera, BS
Mariamne Herrera is a therapist with experience in areas such as anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, panic disorder, and family dynamics, providing compassionate and evidence-based care tailored to the needs of young individuals and their families. She strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop coping skills. The goal of her sessions is to make clients feel comfortable and, most importantly, not judged so that they can process their struggles in a safe space.
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Jenyth Parra, RMHCI
Jenyth Parra is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with six years of experience supporting individuals, adolescents, and couples through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Originally from Colombia, she earned her Psychology degree from the Catholic University of Colombia and holds dual Master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from Albizu University. With specialized training in trauma-informed care and CBT, Jenyth provides compassionate, affirming support—especially for survivors of domestic violence and LGBT+ clients. She’s dedicated to creating a safe space for healing and believes in the power of growth, open dialogue, and early support.
Staff
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Damarys Naranjo, PSR Counselor