Meet Hilda H. McClure, LPC

Founder & CEO | The Candela Collective | Candela Counseling

Hilda H. McClure, LPC, is a bilingual mental health professional, trauma-informed therapist, educator, and founder of The Candela Collective. With a passion for making mental health care more accessible, culturally responsive, and empowering, Hilda specializes in trauma recovery, EMDR therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.

Her work extends beyond the counseling room through community outreach, professional education, workshops, and mental health advocacy. Through The Candela Collective, Hilda is creating opportunities for individuals and communities to experience meaningful healing, connection, and personal growth.

The Purpose Behind This Page

Healing extends beyond the therapy room, and so does our mission.

This page celebrates Hilda's professional journey, community involvement, speaking engagements, publications, achievements, and recognition. It offers a closer look at the passion and purpose behind The Candela Collective while highlighting the people, partnerships, and experiences that continue to shape our work.

Our goal is simple: to inspire connection, expand mental health awareness, and demonstrate the impact of compassionate, culturally responsive care within our communities.