Rocío Rodríguez

Rocío Rodríguez is a psychologist and therapist who has been the head of the Behavioral Center for Men of the Attorney General's Office in the Dominican Republic since its establishment in 2008. She specializes in addressing gender-based violence through a rigorous therapeutic approach that includes extensive individual and group sessions. Rodríguez emphasizes the importance of emotional literacy and the psychological factors contributing to aggressive behavior, noting that many of the men treated at the center struggle with severe jealousy and emotional confusion. Through her work, she aims to rehabilitate violent behavior and reduce the stigma surrounding seeking help, contributing to the significant success rates of the program in preventing recidivism among participants.