Genesis Garcia Lezama is the Peer and Transition Services Coach at VAIL. Ms. Lezama has a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science concentration in Physical Therapy, a minor in Psychology, and is currently in the Master’s program of Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Throughout her volunteer efforts with different local organizations that advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, Genesis has found passion in learning about advocacy and laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities. She believes in training individuals to become the best version of themselves to reach their full potential. She strives to promote independence, equality, and advocacy for all individuals. With three years of professional experience working with individuals with disabilities of different ages and variety of disabilities, Genesis has provided training in independence and vocational skills, self-advocacy, and civil rights.
