Today we’d like to introduce you to Diana Beltran.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey started from a deeply personal place. As a first-generation Latina and someone who was diagnosed with OCD in high school, I experienced firsthand how misunderstood anxiety and OCD can be — especially within our community. I didn’t see many providers who looked like me or spoke openly about these struggles, and that planted a seed early on.
I went on to earn my Master’s in Social Work and began working in the mental health field, where I quickly realized how significant the gaps were in culturally responsive care — particularly for Latinos navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, immigration stress, and high-achievement pressure. I became trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard treatment for OCD, and focused my practice on anxiety disorders.
What started as a small virtual practice has now grown into Happy Autumn Counseling & Supervision, PLLC — a multi-state practice serving Texas, Arkansas, and Florida. We specialize in anxiety, OCD, trauma, immigration evaluations, and culturally responsive therapy. I’ve also expanded into clinical supervision, community trainings, and conference presentations focused on assessing and treating anxiety in the Hispanic community.
Today, I’m not only a clinician, but also a business owner, speaker, and advocate working to break stigma and build access to quality mental health care for our community. What keeps me grounded is remembering why I started — to create the kind of space I once needed.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Not at all — it definitely hasn’t been a smooth road.
Building a business while being a clinician comes with a steep learning curve. I had to figure out insurance panels, billing systems, marketing, hiring, leadership, and compliance — none of which are taught in graduate school. There were seasons where I was the therapist, admin, biller, marketer, and visionary all at once. That level of responsibility can feel heavy.
As a first-generation Latina entrepreneur, there were also mindset shifts I had to work through — scarcity beliefs, imposter syndrome, and the fear of taking up space in rooms where I didn’t always see people who looked like me. Charging my worth, setting firm policies, and stepping into leadership required personal growth alongside professional growth.
Clinically, working in trauma and OCD is meaningful, but it’s also emotionally intense. I’ve had to prioritize my own healing, supervision, and boundaries to sustain this work long-term.
There were financial risks, hard hires, systems that didn’t work, and moments where I questioned whether scaling was the right move. But every challenge stretched me. It forced me to refine my vision, strengthen my leadership skills, and build a team aligned with the mission.
So no — it hasn’t been smooth. But it’s been purposeful. And every struggle shaped the resilience and clarity that guide me today.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Happy Autumn Counseling & Supervision, PLLC was created to provide culturally responsive, specialized mental health care — particularly for Latinos and first-generation individuals who often feel unseen in traditional therapy spaces.
We are a multi-state virtual practice serving Texas, Arkansas, and Florida, and we specialize in anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, high-conflict relationships, and immigration psychological evaluations. One of our strongest clinical foundations is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD. We also integrate EMDR, attachment-based work, and evidence-based anxiety treatments to ensure clients receive high-quality, research-supported care.
What sets us apart is both our clinical depth and our cultural lens. We don’t just “speak Spanish” — we understand generational trauma, immigration stress, achievement pressure, family dynamics, and the stigma around mental health in Latino communities. Our work is nuanced, direct, compassionate, and grounded in evidence. We are known for thorough, well-written immigration evaluations, specialized OCD treatment, and for creating a space where high-achieving yet anxious individuals can feel understood.
Brand-wise, I’m most proud that Happy Autumn has grown from a solo practice into a collaborative, mission-driven team of clinicians who are aligned in values and excellence. We emphasize professionalism, strong documentation standards, ethical care, and leadership development within our team. We are not a therapy “mill” — we are intentional about quality over quantity.
I want readers to know that our brand represents empowerment, cultural pride, and clinical excellence. We are here for the anxious perfectionist, the first-generation cycle-breaker, the parent who wants to do things differently, and the immigrant seeking safety and stability. Our goal is not just symptom reduction — it’s transformation, confidence, and generational healing.
And we’re building something long-term: a practice that raises the standard of care for anxiety and OCD treatment in our community.
Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
Absolutely — here are some of the resources that keep me grounded, growing, and at my best both professionally and personally:
Books
The Body Keeps the Score — Bessel van der Kolk (deepens understanding of trauma and healing)
Lost Connections — Johann Hari (explores roots of anxiety and depression in a meaningful way)
The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown (a constant reminder about courage and self-worth)
Apps
Headspace / Calm — for intentional mindfulness and stress regulation
Day One Journal — for reflection, processing, and tracking growth
Todoist / Notion — for organization, goals, and keeping all the moving pieces of a practice in one place
Podcasts
Shrink for the Shy Guy — helpful insights on confidence and social anxiety
Therapy for Black Girls — excellent mental health discussions and cultural context
The OCD Stories — deep dives into OCD treatment, ERP strategies, and lived experience
Professional Resources
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) — for ongoing learning
International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) — for evidence-based OCD resources and clinician tools
EMDRIA — to support trauma-focused work
Community & Learning
Workshops and CEUs with leaders in ERP and trauma treatment — because continuing education keeps my clinical skills sharp.
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive trainings that deepen cultural competence.
What threads through all of these is a focus on growth, understanding, and intentional living. These resources don’t just make me better at my work — they make me better in life, because they shape how I think, how I rest, and how I lead.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.happyautumncounseling.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyautumncounseling/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093331817943
Image Credits
Bruna Kitchen Photography
