Barbara J Quinto-Huarez

Barbara J Quinto-Huarez is a dedicated social work professional with extensive experience in trauma-informed therapy and advocacy for marginalized communities. Currently serving as a Therapy Intern at The Blue Bench, Barbara provides clinical support to individuals affected by sexual assault and abuse. As a Group Facilitator for the College Assistant Migrant Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver, Barbara assists first-generation college students in overcoming barriers and fosters relationship-building through weekly success groups. Previous roles include Bilingual Case Manager at The Blue Bench, where advocacy and emotional support for survivors were paramount, and Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line, providing immediate assistance to individuals in crisis. Barbara holds a Master of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver, supplemented by a Bachelor of Applied Science in Social Work.