Professional Biography
Isela Vilchis, M.S., LPC, LCDC
Licensed Professional Counselor & Personal Development Consultant
Isela Vilchis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in Texas with more than 12 years of experience helping individuals, families, organizations, and communities heal, grow, and thrive.
Education
Master of Science in Counseling Psychology
Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Bachelor of Science in Professional Development
Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Licensure & Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
State of Texas
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC)
State of Texas
Licensed Minister
Ordained 2015 only
Career & Mission
Professional Story
Throughout her career, Isela has specialized in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, emotional wellness and behavioral health. She has worked extensively with survivors of trauma, individuals struggling with substance use disorders, veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, and unaccompanied immigrant youth. Her clinical experience also includes crisis intervention, human trafficking screening, family systems, and workforce development.
Currently, Isela serves as a Clinical Supervisor with the National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP), where she leads multidisciplinary teams, provides clinical supervision, and supports high-quality, trauma-informed services for vulnerable youth and families. She is also the founder of Isela Vilchis Consulting, where she designs and facilitates workshops focused on emotional intelligence, leadership, communication, resilience, and personal growth for organizations and community groups.
Licensed as a minister in 2015, Isela has been passionate about integrating evidence-based psychology with spiritual principles in a way that is welcoming and respectful of people from all backgrounds. Her mission is to help individuals experience lasting transformation by addressing emotional, relational, and spiritual health together.
Clinical Focus
Areas of Specialization
Known for her ability to build trust quickly, Isela has a unique gift for connecting with individuals who are difficult to engage, highly traumatized, or emotionally guarded — providing compassionate, high-quality care while helping clients develop practical tools that lead to meaningful and lasting change.
Visibility & Outreach
Media & Public Presence
Univision 41
Television interviews as a Subject Matter Expert on psychology, mental health, and community wellness.
Anhelos del Alma
Host of the psychology and spirituality radio program broadcast in Miami.
Family Programs
Developed family programs for schools, bridging mental health education and community support.
Evidence-Based Practice
Clinical Training & Certifications
Gallup Assessment
CliftonStrengths Top 5
According to the CliftonStrengths assessment, Isela's greatest strengths reflect her lifelong passion for learning, understanding people deeply, and helping each individual discover their unique path toward healing and purpose.
Learner
A deep love of learning and continuous growth in every area of life and work.
Input
A natural drive to collect ideas, information, and resources that enrich her practice.
Intellection
A reflective, analytical mind that loves exploring complex ideas and human experience.
Connectedness
A belief in the meaningful links between people, events, and purpose.
Individualization
An instinctive ability to recognize and honor what makes each person uniquely themselves.
The Person Behind the Work
Beyond the Office
Originally from Mexico, Isela now calls San Antonio, Texas, home. She enjoys spending time with her family, nieces, friends, and her two dogs.
Outside of her professional work, she loves studying Scripture, exploring the Hebrew roots of the Christian faith, and continuing to grow spiritually. An Enneagram Type Seven, she brings curiosity, optimism, and enthusiasm into both her personal life and her work, believing that every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and live with greater purpose.
Work With Isela
Whether you're seeking personal or professional development consultation for your organization, or a speaker for your next event — let's start a conversation.