Victoria Bustamante Avellaneda

Victoria Bustamante Avellaneda, PsyD, is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to enhancing the lives of teens, adults, and elders (65+) through her private practice in Florida. After spending over 20 years as a faculty member at the University of Miami, School of Medicine, and the Jackson Health System, she now provides bilingual psychological services (English/Spanish) through telehealth. Victoria utilizes a diverse range of evidence-based interventions, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Trauma-Focused approaches, to help her clients navigate emotional pain and transform negative patterns into paths of enjoyment and success. With experience in treating conditions such as depression, trauma, PTSD, and chronic illness, she skillfully addresses multifaceted emotional disorders and has worked with diverse cultural and ethnic populations facing acute and chronic challenges. Victoria’s expertise extends to a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual needs. A native Spanish speaker, she is also equipped to assist clients with immigration and cross-cultural concerns and is a Chopra Health and Meditation Certified instructor, further enriching her holistic approach to mental well-being.