Aliento Staff

Ashley Blae

Program Administrator, Aliento Program

Ashley is the Program Administrator for the Aliento Program, where she is dedicated to supporting students on their academic journey. A first-generation Latinx graduate, Ashley brings her experience and a deep commitment to helping students succeed. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from California Lutheran University and a Master’s degree in School Counseling from Concordia University.

With experience in both administrative roles and school counseling, Ashley has developed a unique perspective on the challenges students face and is passionate about guiding them toward academic and personal success. As a bilingual professional fluent in both English and Spanish, she is especially dedicated to serving her community and ensuring all students have the support they need.

Ashley’s work in academic advising and counseling allows her to empower students, helping them navigate their educational paths while providing the resources and encouragement they need to thrive. She finds great joy in making a positive impact on her community and is driven by her desire to assist students in achieving their full potential.

Claudia Isela Serrano Gutierrez

Aliento Graduate Assistant 

Claudia Isela Serrano Gutierrez is a first-year graduate student in the Aliento Program at Pepperdine University, where she is committed to acquiring the skills and knowledge necessary to enhance access to mental health care and support while also working to destigmatize mental health issues within Latinx communities. She is pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, specializing in marriage and family therapy. 

Drawing on her experiences as a DACA recipient and a first-generation Latina from a low-income background, Claudia strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for her peers and faculty within the Aliento program. 

Her academic credentials include an Associate degree in Sociology from the College of Marin and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, with a minor in Latin American and Latino Studies, from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Claudia aspires to one day establish her private practice, providing therapy to underrepresented and migrant young adults and families empowering them to become leaders within their communities.

Ana Isela Arévalo

Aliento Graduate Assistant

 

Isela is a graduate student in the Aliento Program at Pepperdine University, where she is pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy within Latinx communities. She holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Chicana/o Studies from the University of California, Davis. Isela has gained professional experience working with diverse populations, particularly youths and young adults, in educational and mental wellness nonprofits. Her passion lies in expanding access to mental health services for the Latinx community and fostering positive therapeutic experiences.

Gabriela Pineda, MA LMFT
Aliento Graduate Assistant

Gabriela is a doctoral student in the PsyD program and alum of the Aliento program (2019). She graduated from Loyola Marymount University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Dance. Gabriela has a passion for working with young BIPOC adults, couples, and families; she hopes to continue working with students who identify as first-generation and come from marginalized communities. She currently works as a License Marriage and Family Therapist and currently volunteers with the Los Angeles LGBT Center and local unified school district. Gabriela hopes to use her education and experiences to help create decolonized practices to enhance student experiences throughout academic institutions and help break down the stigma surrounding mental health within BIPOC communities. 

Sabrina Delgado Castellon
Aliento Enrollment Officer

Sabrina Delgado is a Mexican-American and first-generation college graduate from Los Angeles, CA. She serves as an Enrollment Services Officer at Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology.

MA in Clinical Psychology program (with Latinx Specialization)/ Aliento Program

Sabrina.Delgadocastellon@pepperdine.edu

310.568.2357