ABOUT ME
Wife and mother of three adult sons. I am a clinical psychologist and Board Certified Coach (BCC – NBCC/CCE) dedicated to supporting individuals and families through meaningful life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth.
My work integrates psychology, neuroscience, and coaching to help people reconnect with their inner strengths, gain clarity, and build a life aligned with purpose and well-being.
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Throughout my professional journey, I have worked closely with individuals navigating complex emotional experiences, life changes, and periods of uncertainty. This has shaped my understanding that growth is not always linear.
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Sometimes, it involves pausing, rethinking, and rebuilding.
I believe that even in difficult or unexpected life circumstances, there is an opportunity to rediscover personal resources, strengthen resilience, and create a more intentional path forward.
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My approach is grounded, structured, and deeply human—combining clinical insight with practical guidance.​​
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IPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Extensive experience working with individuals and families facing life transitions, emotional challenges, and adjustment processes
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Support in educational and developmental challenges using a strengths-based approach
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Work with families navigating relocations and multicultural transitions (including third culture experiences)
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Guidance in life purpose, direction, and personal development
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Experience in attachment and early bonding through volunteer work with children and families
CREDENTIALS
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Doctor in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health from Mariano Galvez University in Guatemala. M.S. in Family Counseling from Universidad Santa Maria La Antigua (USMA ) in Panama and B.S. In Psychology from the University of Florida.
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Board Certified Coach (BCC) Career Coach/Executive Corporate Business/Leadership Coach.
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Educational Therapist, National Institute of Learning Development (NILD)
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Tampa Bay Psychoanalytical Program. (2 years).
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Licensed Psychologist in Panama Rep. of Panama.
PUBLICATIONS
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Arosemena, Dora, and Villalobos, Zanya. A Silent Nightmare: Incest Survivors. University Press. (USMA, the University of Panama, 1997. CEFA.
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Livia Arosemena and Zanya Villalobos-Ruiz. Manual of Standard Procedures for the Comprehensive Care of Domestic Violence and Promoting Solidarity. Health Ministry of Panama. 2000.
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Miller, Gladys; Cáceres, Dilka and Villalobos, Zanya. Research on Prostitution of Children and Adolescents in the Republic of Panamá, UNICEF and Child Hope, 1992. Research Assistant.
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