Carla Robles Perea

Why did you become a behavioral health specialist?

I became a Social Worker to help others. I’ve always had a passion for helping others and that passion led me to this career.

What do you enjoy or find most fulfilling about caring for patients?

I really enjoy helping others and working 1:1 with patients. I love working with patients to provide support and help them in their healing journey. What I find most fulfilling is seeing patients overcome barriers, build healthy boundaries, and heal from things they didn’t think possible. I also enjoy working with patients to break the stigma on mental health.

If you could be anything else, what would you want to be?

I would be a kindergarten or 1st grade teacher.

Do you have children? If so, what are their ages?

I am a Dog Mom of two boys. Bubba is an American Staffordshire Terrier and is 3 years old. Bo is a 2 year old Heeler Mix. I adopted both.

Do you have hobbies or a way you like to spend your time away from work?

I love to travel and listen to audio books.

Do you have a favorite book, movie or TV show?

My favorite book is The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. My favorite TV show is The Office.