Our Story

Nuestra Comunidad, Nuestra Sanación

Raíces Sagradas began in 2008 as an experiment to determine whether we could change access to mental health services for uninsured Spanish-speaking immigrants.

Health Equity

We ensure historically marginalized groups receive compassionate and culturally sensitive mental health support through tailored services rooted in cultural understanding and a leadership team that mirrors the community. By offering our work for free and in our clients’ native language, we are actively eliminating the financial, language, and cultural barriers contributing to health disparities.

We strive to bridge the gap between the existing mental health challenges and the solutions needed.

Long-Term Vision.

Become a prime model for culturally responsive mental health care in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, especially for populations experiencing inequities and disparities.

The vision includes breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma, dismantling language barriers, removing financial strain, addressing root causes of mental health concerns, establishing a safe and supportive environment, providing free-of-judgment service, and fostering individual self-sufficiency for lasting community well-being.

Meet the Team

  • Maria Cervantes

    Executive Director

  • Deb Organ

    FOUNDER
    CLINICAL DIRECTOR, LICSW

  • Veronica Soto Urribarri

    Board Chair

  • Diana Loaiza Tangerife

    CLINICIAN, LMFT

  • Alejandro Maldonado

    CLINICIAN, LMFT

  • Elizabeth Pulido

    CLINICIAN, MSW, LGSW

  • Denisse Linares Barron

    CLINICIAN, LGSW

  • Cecilia Martinez

    INTAKE, SW

  • Tahnee Trenberth

    GRANT WRITER

Meet Our Board of Directors

  • Veronica Soto-Urribarri, Board Chair

  • Gerardo Escamilla, Board Treasurer

  • Estela Villagrán Manancero, Board Member

  • Luz Zagal, Board Memeber

  • Maria Kaefer, Board Member

  • Juan Linares, Board Member

  • Pedro Maldonado, Board Member

Data That Tells a Story

We pride ourselves on our fiscal responsibility and strive to be transparent to our stakeholders.

In an effort to be transparent, the following resources are available.