Raices Sagradas Community Mental Health

Raíces Sagradas began in 2008 as an effort to improve access to mental health services for uninsured Spanish-speaking community members. Originally known as Holy Rosary Mental Health, we are now an independent 501(c)(3) organization.

Although not a religious institution, we continue to work within church spaces because many Hispanic community members seek support from faith leaders before mental health professionals. For many, spirituality is an important part of healing. Our approach combines cultural understanding with clinical expertise, which has shaped our partnerships with churches and community organizations.

Through these collaborations, we work to reduce mental health stigma and ensure our community has accessible, trusted pathways to care.

 

Our Services

Raíces Sagradas provides direct, culturally sensitive psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families in both Spanish and English.

In addition to our clinical services, we train community members on the fundamentals of trauma, depression, and anxiety. Raíces Sagradas collaborates with other nonprofits to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health by offering education on a variety of topics that impact the emotional well-being of our community. We create safe and supportive spaces for individuals to learn, share, communicate, and heal. Our services include individual therapy, group therapy, support groups, healing circles, and more.

Raíces Sagradas is committed to supporting and mentoring college and university students as they gain cultural and clinical experience in the mental health field.

 

Organizational Commitment

Raíces Sagradas is committed to providing culturally sensitive mental health services and psychological evaluations to uninsured Spanish-speaking immigrants in the Twin Cities. This population faces unique barriers to care, including language, cultural stigma, and financial constraints. Our mission is to ensure access to high-quality, compassionate, and culturally informed mental health support.

Culturally Responsive Care 

Our bilingual clinicians deliver psychotherapy and assessments that respect the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of clients. We create safe, inclusive spaces that empower individuals and families on their journey toward mental wellness.

Access for the Uninsured Recognizing financial barriers, we provide services at no cost, ensuring uninsured community members can receive the care they need.

Community Engagement and Advocacy 

We partner with local organizations and healthcare providers to expand mental health access and reduce stigma. Additionally, we advocate for policies that promote equitable mental health resources for underserved populations.

Through culturally competent services, accessible care, and community collaboration, Raíces Sagradas strengthens the mental health and resilience of uninsured Spanish-speaking community members in the Twin Cities.

Raices Sagradas Measurable Impact from 1/1/25 to 10/31/25

• We provided therapy to 167 clients
• 1891 Therapy sessions
• 66 Evaluations
• 30 Support Groups
• 45 Community Educational Workshops
• 50 Community tabling events

Through our Program expansion:

• We added group therapy and support groups impacting more than three thousand people.
• Participated in radio shows, live Facebook interviews and presentations; reaching up to more than fifteen thousand people through social media locally and outside of Minnesota

  For the first time, Raíces Sagradas was nominated by the Latino Chamber of Commerce for Best Nonprofit! While we didn’t win this year, the nomination gave us an incredible opportunity to share our mission and the work we do to support our community.

We are grateful for the recognition and remain committed to providing culturally sensitive mental health services, reducing stigma, and empowering Spanish-speaking immigrants in the Twin Cities.

GIVE TO TE MAX is an opportunity for you to support others in need and create change and impact. This event will happen on 11/20/25 but you can start donating toda

 We are all facing challenging times, 

and too many in our community are reaching moments of crisis. Our neighbors, friends, and families are hurting—and Raíces Sagradas Community Mental Health can make a real difference in their lives.

Your support can help us provide essential mental health services to those who need them most. By donating, you are helping to uplift our community, bring healing to families, and support individuals—whether they are coworkers, neighbors, brothers, or sisters—who are struggling.

Every contribution, no matter the size, has a meaningful impact. By investing in the well-being of our community, we are nurturing healthier, stronger, and more resilient individuals who can thrive and support one another.

Please consider joining us in this vital mission. Together, we can make a difference.

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