Meet the Team

Dr. Ericka Cobos M.Ed. LMHC PsyD SAC

Founder

Dr. Ericka Cobos is a bilingual clinician, educator, and advocate with years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. As the founder of Raíces Counseling & Consulting, she brings a deeply compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach to her work, grounded in the belief that healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood.

Throughout her career, Dr. Cobos has dedicated herself to working with underserved and high-risk communities in both school and clinical settings, helping individuals build resilience, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with their sense of self and purpose. Her passion for mental health, advocacy, and empowering families is at the heart of everything she does, creating spaces where clients can heal, grow, and thrive with dignity and support.

Sonnia Vera M.Ed. LMHC

Licensed Counselor 

Sonnia Vera brings over 30 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through her work within the school system and with the Department of Children and Families (DCF). She is deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, patience, and understanding while building strong, meaningful connections with the families she serves.

Throughout her career, Sonnia has been dedicated to advocating for youth and supporting emotional well-being, family stability, and personal growth. Her warm, approachable nature and extensive experience allow her to create supportive environments where clients and families feel heard, valued, and empowered.

Rebecca Petty LCSW

Licensed Counselor 

Rebecca Petty is a compassionate, bilingual clinician with years of experience supporting refugee youth, immigrant families, and underserved communities. Her approach is rooted in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a strong belief that everyone deserves to be heard, valued, and given a fair opportunity to thrive. She is passionate about creating a welcoming, supportive environment where individuals and families feel understood, respected, and empowered.

Rebecca specializes in immigration-related cases and psychological evaluations, bringing a trauma-informed and culturally responsive perspective to her work. She understands the challenges associated with migration, family separation, and life transitions and is dedicated to helping individuals navigate these experiences with dignity and resilience. Her warmth, kindness, and commitment to advocating for marginalized populations make her a valued member of the Raíces Counseling & Consulting team.

  • I felt welcomed and understood.

    —Former Client