Patty Flores brings a powerful, analytic lens to social issues molded by her unique intersecting identities. As a former foster youth, an undocumented Salvadoran immigrant, queer, homeless, and one incarcerated in the juvenile justice system,
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Patty's experience provides her with deep and nuanced understanding of the ills of society and society's problems with marginalized communities. Her experiences fuel her efforts toward change as she exercises her voice to talk back to systemic injustices.
Based in Los Angeles, California, Patty has been a leadership keynote speaker to a wide range of professionals, including judges, attorneys, probation officers (including the Chief of Probation), counselors, professors, and social workers. Through her organization, Defying Labels, Patty continues to challenge stereotypes and empower others to confront societal inequities.
Besides her advocacy work, Patty Flores offers specialized therapy in anxiety, depression, and trauma in Sherman Oaks. She helps her clients find healing and power. Her work bridges her personal experience with professional training to bring about lasting changes.
