Speaker bio page for Carolina Avilés Fernández

Bio

Carolina is a professional with a passion for positively impacting individuals and communities. With her diverse background in forensic psychology, corporate settings, and government agencies, she has gained invaluable experience in understanding the complexities of human behaviour and the importance of mental well-being in all aspects of life. As a forensic psychologist, she has honed her expertise in working with individuals within the criminal justice system, providing assessments and recommendations to support fair and equitable outcomes. She has also recognized the need for mental health support beyond the legal realm, which led her to explore corporate and government environments. Collaborating with teams and leaders, she developed and implemented comprehensive wellness programs to address the mental health needs of employees, witnessing firsthand the transformative impact they had on individuals' lives and organizations as a whole. Motivated by her commitment to mental health care, she leads a nonprofit organization that promotes mental well-being among veterinarians and breaks down barriers to accessing quality care. Guiding a team of passionate professionals, they strive to create inclusive spaces, develop educational initiatives, and provide resources to communities that interact with different species, fostering a society where mental health is prioritized and celebrated through systemic change and evidence-based practices.