Dr. Cinthya Chin Herrera is a child and family psychologist whose work centers on providing culturally sensitive, trauma-informed services to vulnerable children, youth, and families in community-based mental health settings. In her roles as therapist, assessor, professor, supervisor, and author, she draws upon her Nicaraguan, Mexican, and Chinese roots and her experience as an immigrant to the United States to inform her practice. She works to inform other professionals who serve youth and families of the many faces of trauma that exist within communities. Her written work has addressed the importance of collaboration, advocacy, and empowerment in cross-cultural therapeutic work. She is based at WestCoast’s Children’s Clinic in Oakland, California.​