Leticia Castillo is a public servant and community advocate who proudly serves as Assemblywoman for California’s 58^th Assembly District. Elected in November 2024, Leticia’s election reflects her commitment to showing up, being accessible, working in areas of common sense, and finding common ground. She believes in finding solutions that benefit all constituents, regardless of their political affiliation. 

Born to immigrant parents who came to the United States legally from Mexico in pursuit of the American Dream, Leticia has called the unincorporated area of Home Gardens in Riverside County home for over five decades. Her deep connection to her community is evident in her lifelong commitment to serving others.  

Leticia attended local schools and graduated from Buena Vista Vocational Educational High School while simultaneously completing the cosmetology program at Corona College of Cosmetology in 1989. In 1991, she enrolled at Riverside Community College, where she was a member of the Track and Field Team and is an avid runner and marathoner to this day. 

Before her tenure at GTE/Verizon from 1995 to 2009, Leticia began her career in various roles that allowed her to serve and engage with her community. During her time at GTE/Verizon, she gained valuable experience across different areas of the telecommunications industry. In 2011, Leticia returned to her studies, earning a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from the University of Phoenix in 2013. She furthered her education at National University, completing a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with dual specializations in Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling in 2016. 

Leticia previously worked for the Riverside County Department of Mental Health, where she dedicated her career to helping individuals facing severe mental health challenges. Before leaving her position with the county, she opened her own private practice, becoming a successful small businesswoman committed to providing compassionate therapeutic care to those in need. 

In 2024, Leticia passed her exam and became a Licensed Life Insurance Agent and is currently completing the requisite coursework to sit for the state exam and obtain her Real Estate License.

As the youngest of six siblings, Leticia is a proud mother to one daughter and grandmother to five grandchildren. Her faith in God serves as her guiding light throughout her journey in public service. Leticia understands that agreements on issues won’t always align, however she promises to always listen and is dedicated to being a voice for all constituents, focusing on key issues such as cost of living, education, economic opportunity, and public safety. She believes that through collaboration and mutual respect, we can create a prosperous future for all residents of Assembly District 58.

Assemblywoman Leticia Castillo’s life exemplifies the American Dream, and she is dedicated to making that dream accessible to all her constituents and fellow Californians.