Dr. Ana Nogales is one of the most well-known and respected Latinas in the United States. She is a clinical psychologist, family therapy specialist, well-known media personality, columnist, and keynote speaker. Dr. Nogales has tackled complex marital and relationship issues with a full understanding of how Latino culture intervenes in these delicate matters. Through her practice in psychology, media presence, numerous books, and organizational leadership, she has dedicated herself since 1982 to ensuring the mental health and success of women, Latinos, and anyone else who struggles with cultural and personal issues, victimization, and inequality.

Born in Argentina, Hispanic keynote speaker, Dr. Ana Nogales immigrated to the United States in 1979, completing her doctorate degree in psychology at the United States International University in San Diego. Dr. Nogales is the founder and Clinical Director of the nonprofit, Casa de la Familia, which she established for victims of crimes such as human trafficking, domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, child sexual and physical abuse.

Dr. Nogales has received numerous honors and recognitions, adding to her long career of accomplishments. As a clinical psychologist and founder of Nogales Psychological Counseling, she is deeply committed to helping members of the Latino community improve their personal relationships and emotional health, as well as adjust to and thrive in the complex multi-cultural environment in which they live.

Latest Book by Ana Nogales, Ph.D.
With Laura Golden Bellotti

Latina Power: Using your 7 Strengths to Say No to Abusive Relationships

When fear, intimidation, and cruelty are present in a woman’s relationship, she can no longer be the person she was meant to be. This Workbook represents a healing journey—from a life of domestic abuse to one that is free from such abuse. Readers will learn to develop their 7 Latina Power Strengths so that they will be empowered to create a life that is free from domestic violence.
Latina Power: Using Your 7 Strengths to Say No to Abusive Relationships includes explanations of how the 7 Latina Power Strengths can be used to overcome a life of domestic abuse—namely:
 Espíritu Creativo to Create a Life without Violence
 Aguantadora’s Determination to Draw the Line between Acceptable and Abusive Behavior
 Atrevida’s Courage to Admit You Can’t Change Him—Only Yourself
 Comadre’s Networking Skills to Reach Out to Those Who Can Help
 Malabarista’s Balance to Put Your Own and Your Children’s Needs First
 Diplomática’s Discretion to Devise Your Plan of Action
 Reina’s Confidence to Enjoy Your Life and Help Other Survivors of Domestic Abuse
 Exercises and Affirmations that help readers practice the 7 Strengths
 Guided Imagery Sessions that invite readers to experience each of the 7 Strengths
 Stories about women who have made the transition from being in an abusive relationship to enjoying an abuse-free life
 Practical information and resources for women facing domestic abuse
The author’s hope is that this Latina Power Workbook will empower women to make the life-saving changes they so deserve. She deeply believes that they have the strengths within them to do just that!

Programs by Dr. Ana Nogales
Dr. Nogales' keynote conferences are available in English and Spanish and are based on her books including her most recent "Latina Power: Using your 7 Strengths to Say No to Abusive Relationships" and "Parents Who Cheat: How Children and Adults Are Affected When Their Parents Are Unfaithful.”  Other programs include “Latina Power! Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve,” and “”Love, Sex and Relationships (customizable for women or couples).”

Books by Dr. Ana Nogales

Latina Power: Using your 7 Strengths to Say No to Abusive Relationships

  Latina Power! Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve

Dr. Ana Nogales' Book of Love, Sex and Relationships

Play by Dr. Ana Nogales

When a couple marries the least thing either suspects is a dark hidden secret, that if found out could lead to the failure of the marriage. Drawing from her professional work amidst the complexities of life and relationships, Dr. Nogales’ play, Don’t Call Me Baby,“ where a husband finds out his wife is a former prostitute that  premiered in March 2010 in Los Angeles. Typically, such stories are told from the husband’s or the wife’s point of view, creating a biased perspective. But, in the case of “Don’t Call Me Baby” it was written from a third person and qualified counselor, Dr. Ana Nogales.

 “A lot of people don’t open up because they feel they need to protect themselves,” Dr. Nogales explains. “They create an emotional distance that may take their whole life to undo.”

Such is the situation in her play “Don’t Call Me Baby.” It is a story about a couple that seeks counseling after the husband finds out his wife used to be a prostitute. As the story unfolds, we find that the true victim has been the wife.

Programs in Spanish (Conferencias): Dr. Ana Nogales

Amor, Intimidad y Sexo: Una Guía Para La Pareja Latina

¡Latina es Poder! Descubre Las 7 Fortalezas Que Tienes Para Triunfar.

Libros en español de Dra. Ana Nogales

Amor, Intimidad y Sexo: Una Guía Para La Pareja Latina

¡Latina es poder! Descubre Las 7 Fortalezas Que Tienes Para Triunfar.

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