Yesenia Barrios is an independent reporter in New York City. A bilingual freelance reporter and editor, she has written and reported for The Ticket, Youthcast Media Group, palabra, MindSite News and other outlets. She has a BA in Communications, Journalism and Related Programs from Baruch College and an associate degree in Communications and Media Studies from the Borough of Manhattan Community College. She is based in the Bronx..
The Latino community, which faces continual stress and anxiety from racism and immigration issues, is one of the groups least served by mental health professionals.
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