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Susy Aparicio
Personal
I was born in Ecuador. I am married to Hugo Aparicio. We have two children, Sylvia and Hugo Javier. We have lived in Lexington since 1984.
Education
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Professional Accomplishments
Seven years ago, after working at a community mental health center, I opened a private practice. I am a certified domestic violence provider and with my training in the field of marriage and family therapy I offer an array of services to a clientele that is 90% Hispanic. I am the only bilingual therapist providing family therapy in Lexington and the surrounding counties. I also facilitate groups on domestic violence and substance abuse and provide parenting classes.
Community Awards and Achievements
- In September 15, 2006, I was awarded the "Humanitarian Award" sponsored by The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity. Since September the "Lexington Stories: Unsung Heroes" traveling exhibition has been in display throughout Lexington.
- In March 3, 2007, I was awarded the "Centennial Future 100 Award" presented by the School of Human and Environmental Sciences, at the University of Kentucky, to celebrate its Centennial Anniversary. "Recipients of this award are the leaders for our next 100 years. Awardees are graduates, faculty or staff who have demonstrated great promise in professional or volunteer roles."
Community Involvements
- in May 10, 1997, I helped organized the first community meeting of the Lexington Hispanic Association. I am still very involved as a board member of the association.
- From October 2001 to 2005, I was a columnist of the bilingual newspaper La Voz of Kentucky.
- From May 2001 until now, I have been a member of the Advisory Council of Cardinal Valley Elementary.
- In July 1, 2002, I founded the Hispanic Library, which later became the Village Branch. In 2005, I was invited to serve as a board member of the Lexington Public Library Foundation Board.