Yessica Avancena

At the helm of Aspire Behavioral Health stands a leader whose professional acumen is matched only by her dedication to mental health care. Yessica Avancena, MBA, LMFT, serves as the Division Chief Executive Officer, bringing a unique blend of business expertise and therapeutic insight to her role.

With a Master's in Business Administration complementing her credentials as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Yessica embodies the intersection of compassionate care and strategic leadership. This dual expertise allows her to navigate the complex landscape of behavioral health services with both empathy and efficiency.

In her capacity as Division Chief Executive Officer, Yessica oversees the operations of Aspire Behavioral Health, ensuring that the organization maintains its commitment to high-quality mental health care while adapting to the ever-changing needs of the communities it serves. Her leadership style, informed by her therapeutic background, fosters a culture of understanding and support within the organization, which in turn translates to enhanced care for clients.

Yessica's role extends beyond mere management; she is instrumental in shaping the vision and direction of Aspire Behavioral Health. Her unique perspective allows her to implement innovative approaches that blend evidence-based therapeutic practices with sound business principles, ultimately creating a more robust and responsive mental health care system.

While Yessica's primary focus is on organizational leadership, her foundation as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist remains at the core of her approach. This background ensures that every decision made at the executive level is grounded in a deep understanding of client needs and therapeutic best practices.