About Us

Dr. E'leyna Garcia, PhD, is a Licensed Psychologist and an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Dr. Garcia has extensive background working with children and their families. She remains dedicated to improving access to behavioral health care for underserved populations. While in graduate school, Dr. Garcia provided childcare for many families in the DMV area. 

 Courtney became a certified babysitter at the age of 13. She has spent the majority of her life working with children. She attended Guilford College to study Early Childhood Education and Sociology. After graduating in 2014, Courtney began her career in fundraising. Courtney is a dedicated member of the philanthropy department at Children’s Home Society of Florida. In addition to her full time employment, Courtney serves as a Guardian Ad Litem for children in the foster care system, is involved in animal rescue, and continues to work as a babysitter for local families in Orlando.