Blanca has experience counseling students with a variety of backgrounds including students dealing with career indecision, anxiety, grief and general issues that affect a student's ability to be in college. Blanca uses a strength-based, student-centered brief counseling approach in working with students.

Blanca earned her master's in counseling from Oregon State University and a bachelor’s in psychology from Western Oregon University.

Blanca also teaches CG110 Career & Life Planning, FYE105 First Year Experience, HUM120 International Development in Action with a service learning trip to Nicaragua. She serves students at the Yamhill Valley Campus every other Tuesday as well as the Salem Campus. In her free time she enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with family.