Cristina Lopez

Behavior Services Professional

Hello! My name is Cristina Lopez. I am a Behavior Professional with Among Friends, LLC.  Prior to coming to Among Friends, I worked as a supervisor in residential care for migrant youth and have 10 years of experience working in the field.  I am currently working towards my Masters Degree in Psychology and have extensive cultural competency training and crisis training.  One of my favorite things about this work is having the opportunity to witness a client’s progress and healing.

I am originally from San Luis Potosi, Mexico. I moved to the US when I was 7, but hope to be back some day.  In my free time, I am a bit of a "hobby hoarder"! I enjoy reading, working with clay, and creating collages.  My absolute favorite book is the Four Agreements- I wish I could give a copy to everyone I meet!  One of my favorite things to do is to spend time with my family over meals from my culture.  I also like to travel.  I recently traveled to Puerto Rico! I loved the community and kindness that was extended towards me in the form of food, good conversations, and smiles.

I love this work and the nuance in all we do.  I would be honored to work with you and am looking forward to helping you create a better life. 

  • Portland State University

  • 10 years (as of 2024).

  • I was a supervisor in residential care for migrant youth.

  • In Lak’ech Ala K’in – I am you, you are me.

  • When I was teaching anytime one of my students gained a skill, they previously struggled with I felt a great sense of accomplishment. For me helping others become more independent, self-reliant and confident in their own abilities is very rewarding!

  • I have had mentors who’ve taught me that there is a teacher in everyone if you’re willing to listen.

  • The nuance in all we do.

Professional Information

Get to Know Cristina

  • I am a bit of a “hobby hoarder”! I love to read, work with clay, and collage. I also love to spend time with my family over meals from my culture.

  • I have a 6 month old goldfish named Juan. No one expected him to live past the 2-week mark. Take that, world!

  • I have recently moved to Portland from a smaller town at the foot of the Gorge!

  • I don’t.

  • I am originally from San Luis Potosi! I moved to the US when I was 7, but hope to be back soon!

  • It helped me realize I’m a happy home body!

  • I recently traveled to Puerto Rico! I loved the community and kindess that was extended towards me in the form of food, good conversations, and smiles.

  • I was 12 at the Hannah Montana and Jonas Brothers concert!

  • My absolute favorite book is The Four Agreements- I wish I could gift one to everyone I meet!

  • Chilaquiles – a traditional Mexican breakfast that feels like home.