Karina grew-up in San Francisco, CA and joined the US Navy following high school graduation. Karina is a Navy veteran as well as a Veteran’s spouse. Karina has worked in the community for over 20 years. Karina has experience with individuals and families of different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Karina has also worked with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood abuse including incest, struggling with homelessness, changes in phases of life, grief, trauma, involvement in legal system and their families, as well as have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, and difficulties with adjustment.