Tatiana is a native Spanish speaker born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. After moving to Barcelona, Spain, she continued her education and worked for several years as a clinical psychologist. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Universidad Yacambú (Venezuela), a Master's Degree in Social Cognitive Therapy from the University of Barcelona, and a Postgraduate Degree in Strategic Brief Therapy from the University of Girona (Spain).
Tatiana brings a rich and varied professional background to her teaching, having worked in education, psychology, and child development in Venezuela, Spain, and the United States. Her experience ranges from directing a child protection program in Caracas to providing therapy to adults and working with children in the classroom. She currently teaches at The International School of Charlottesville.
Having lived in both Latin America and Spain, Tatiana brings a broad understanding of the Spanish language and the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Her background in psychology also gives her valuable insight into how people learn, build confidence, and overcome the anxiety that can accompany speaking a new language.
Whether working with children or adults, Tatiana strives to create a relaxed, engaging, and welcoming learning environment where students feel comfortable participating, making mistakes, and discovering the joy of communicating in Spanish.
