Meet the Team

Kirsten is a dedicated clinical education consultant at CRISMA, where she plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academia and practical healthcare training. 

In her role, Kirsten facilitates educational collaborations between CRISMA’s state-of-the-art outpatient clinic and graduate students from esteemed US universities. Her focus spans key disciplines, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Audiology.

Kirsten’s work is instrumental in providing students with invaluable hands-on experience through clinical rotations. By offering these rotations in the enchanting city of San Miguel de Allende, students are immersed in a unique cultural and clinical environment.

This exposure not only enhances their professional skills but also broadens their cultural competency, preparing them for diverse healthcare settings.

Beyond her impactful work at CRISMA, Kirsten is also a dedicated educational consultant. She specializes in guiding students through the intricacies of the college application process, particularly in crafting compelling personal essays.

Her expertise in this area has helped countless students articulate their unique stories and aspirations, enhancing their chances of gaining admission to their desired colleges.

Kirsten's multifaceted role as both a clinical education consultant and an educational advisor reflects her deep commitment to student development.

Whether she’s facilitating clinical rotations in CRISMA or helping students refine their essays, Kirsten’s goal remains the same – to empower students to reach their fullest potential.

Maria Micalco currently serves as the General Director of the Vamos México Foundation, CRISMA, and Centro Fox. For the past five years, she served as Operations Coordinator of the State Training Institute of Guanajuato. During her tenure, she oversaw the Institutes’ 31 campuses and High Technology Centers, where she was instrumental in managing and directing human resources of 400 employes. As part of her career in public administration, she also served as Director of Communication Studies at the Education Department for the State of Guanajuato, and as Public Policies Coordinator in the Governments’ Cabinet of the State of Guanajuato.

Ms. Micalco graduated from the Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla with a degree in Communications Sciences, and obtained a Master’s degree in Social and Political Communication from the Universidad de la Salle Bajío. In addition, she holds a Master’s degree in Positive Leadership from the Universidad Tecmilenio.

Ms. Micalco completed the Advanced Certificate in Women's Empowerment through Education, Technical and Professional Training at the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) in Chennai, India. In addition, she completed the Theory and Practice of Negotiation for Professionals from the Graduate School of Public Administration and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School.

Armando oversees a physical therapy team of 14 PTs and students. He earned a degree in Physical Therapy from the Universidad del Valle de México (UVM).

He has practiced physical therapy in a variety of health institutions, including:

• Bebé Avance A.C., a clinic specialized in psychomotor development and neurohabilitation therapy for pediatrics
• Luz al Ocaso, a residence for the elderly
• Instituto de Seguridad Social para Trabajadores del Estado (ISSSTE)
• UVM University Clinic
• State Center of Queretaro
• ISSSTE Regional Specialty Hospital in León, Guanajuato

Together with the Karnik Institute, he has conducted medical evaluation campaigns for neurodevelopment assessments.

An avid learner, Armando has earned certification in autism disorder from Dr. César Reynoso, head of the Department of Generalized Development Disorders at the ABC Hospital in Mexico City.

Adylenne has earned dual bachelor’s degrees in:

• Speech and Language Therapy at Universidad del Valle del Fuerte
• Primary Education at the Pedagogical University of the State of Sinaloa

In addition, Adylenne holds a master’s degree in Special Education at the EDUCEM institution, in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato.

She completed her internship at the Naval Hospital of Mazatlán, Sinaloa.

Adylenne worked as a:

• Teacher at Universidad del Valle del Fuerte in Los Mochis, Sinaloa
• Speech and Language Therapist at the Family Psychotherapy Center in Los Mochis

She is certified in electrostimulation through VitalStim and has taken courses in swallowing and hearing difficulties rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication systems (AAC).

Edith focuses on cognitive-behavioral psychology and attends to children, adolescents, and adults. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from University of Guanajuato.

Edith has:

• Led numerous seminars that focus on the prevention of psychosocial risks in primary and secondary educational institutions under the UAS (Health Care Unit)
• Developed workshops on emotional recognition, emotional management, and self-esteem, aimed at groups of adolescents at the DGRSA (General Directorate of Social Reintegration for Adolescents).

Her current duties include preparing psychological diagnoses, clinical interventions and/or referrals, and working with the general population, including children. Under her leadership, she created art therapy workshops for children aged 6 to 12.

In addition, she works as a thanatologist (the study of death and dying) at a geriatric care home called "Casa Cieneguita A.C.," where she provides thanatological support to the residents.

Edith holds diplomas from a Psychoanalytic Perspective in:

• Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy
• Thanatology and Psycho-Oncology
• Clinical Thanatology and Disability

Adamariz earned a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy with a focus on geriatrics at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and the Neurobiology Institute of UNAM in Juriquilla, Querétaro.

She has worked with:

• The PUMAS program, which involves applying VOJTA therapy to children with cerebral palsy
• Volunteered with the Community Brigades, an organization that provides care to vulnerable communities with limited access to healthcare

Adamariz has done internships at:

• The Memory Institute, specializing in elderly adults with cognitive impairments
• The State Center for Critical Care in Salamanca, a national facility for burn patients

She is certified technician in dia cutaneous fibrosis.