Dr. Edward "Ed" Delgado-Romero, Ph.D.

​My Background & Approach:

Hi, I’m Dr. Ed Delgado-Romero —psychologist, father, professor, and lifelong advocate for social justice in higher education and mental health.

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For nearly 30 years, I’ve dedicated my career to breaking down barriers—especially for those who’ve been marginalized, dismissed, or treated as “other.” Whether in my work as a counseling center psychologist, a university professor, or a mentor to the next generation of culturally responsive therapists, my passion has remained the same: to help people feel seen, supported, and empowered in spaces that haven’t always welcomed them.

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In therapy, I believe that a healthy process leads to healthy outcomes. It can be hard to thrive when you’re constantly navigating invalidating or oppressive environments. I work alongside my clients to help them reconnect with their sense of purpose, rediscover inspiration, and reclaim their idealism—even when cynicism or burnout starts to creep in.

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I also believe deeply in the transformative power of therapy because I’ve experienced it myself. Like many, I hesitated to ask for help at first, but the support of trusted therapists truly changed my life. That’s why I bring warmth, honesty, and authenticity into the room. I understand the stigma some folks carry about therapy, and I honor the strength it takes to show up. I’m continually inspired by my clients’ resilience, insight, and creativity.

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In sessions, I’m direct yet compassionate, reflective yet grounded. My goal is to offer a space where you feel both supported and gently challenged—to grow into the version of yourself you’ve been striving toward, even when the world tries to hold you back.

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Theoretical & Clinical Orientation:

I bring years of clinical expertise to the therapy room—but I also believe that you are the expert on your own life. Therapy works best when we combine our strengths in service of your growth. While I may help lead the way at first, my goal is for you to feel safe, empowered, and confident in navigating life beyond our sessions.

I’m an active and engaged therapist. I listen closely, offer reflections, and guide with intention. I see the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change and invest in building a space that’s authentic, supportive, and transformative.
As someone raised in the U.S. within the Latinx community, I hold both individualistic and collectivist values. That means I value autonomy and personal agency—but also community, interconnection, and presence. These shape how I show up in the work and the healing tools I use.

My training is grounded in psychodynamic, interpersonal, and humanistic models, and enriched by multicultural, liberatory, and anti-racist frameworks. I also integrate DBT, narrative therapy, and creative approaches tailored to each client’s needs.
A core focus of my work is helping clients unlearn internalized oppression, colonial narratives, and stereotypes that limit self-expression. I believe healing begins in the present moment. While we honor the past and future, true transformation happens when we can be fully here, now.