Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Cardiff By The Sea, CA
Hi there! I am Dr. Julie Badaracco and I work with adults on depression, anxiety, acculturation issues, identity development, trauma, time and stress management, and major life transitions. I genuinely enjoy working with individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds and will work to incorporate your cultural identity and values into your therapy. My therapy approach is collaborative in nature as I strive to understand who you are and your unique concerns. I value a strong working relationship, as I believe that to experience growth and healing you must feel that you can trust me and speak openly.
Hi there! I am Dr. Julie Badaracco and I work with adults on depression, anxiety, acculturation issues, identity development, trauma, time and stress management, and major life transitions. I genuinely enjoy working with individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds and will work to incorporate your cultural identity and values into your therapy. My therapy approach is collaborative in nature as I strive to understand who you are and your unique concerns. I value a strong working relationship, as I believe that to experience growth and healing you must feel that you can trust me and speak openly.
I have 30 years of clinical experience in a multitude of settings, including all phases of patient care, from an initial assessment to developing a course of treatment and altering the course as indicated with input from the patient. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences, pursued a graduate degree, and earned a Masters's Degree in Counseling Psychology at National University, San Diego, CA. My experience is expansive developmentally with regard to age as well as the condition for which the person is seeking care.
I have 30 years of clinical experience in a multitude of settings, including all phases of patient care, from an initial assessment to developing a course of treatment and altering the course as indicated with input from the patient. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences, pursued a graduate degree, and earned a Masters's Degree in Counseling Psychology at National University, San Diego, CA. My experience is expansive developmentally with regard to age as well as the condition for which the person is seeking care.
I am passionate about childhood mental health as I believe intervening early will help your child meet their full potential and grow up to be an emotionally healthy, confident adult. The parent-child relationship is vital, so I aim to include you, the caregiver, as much as is possible and appropriate during treatment. I would love to help you and your child connect in more positive ways through play, as well as support your child learn positive coping skills to support challenging behaviors and big feelings.
I am passionate about childhood mental health as I believe intervening early will help your child meet their full potential and grow up to be an emotionally healthy, confident adult. The parent-child relationship is vital, so I aim to include you, the caregiver, as much as is possible and appropriate during treatment. I would love to help you and your child connect in more positive ways through play, as well as support your child learn positive coping skills to support challenging behaviors and big feelings.
Hi...my name is Mary T. Colmenares, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, as well as a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am located in San Diego, CA, and see clients in person or via teletherapy. I work with children, ages 3-17, as well as adults. I provide Play Therapy and a Client-Centered approach, which allows the client to share their story. I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face. I find that children as well as adults often present with the above.
Hi...my name is Mary T. Colmenares, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, as well as a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am located in San Diego, CA, and see clients in person or via teletherapy. I work with children, ages 3-17, as well as adults. I provide Play Therapy and a Client-Centered approach, which allows the client to share their story. I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face. I find that children as well as adults often present with the above.
I have a unique ability to connect with people. Sometimes there are people that have a hard time clarifying what their thoughts and feelings are. They get confused. They hear voices in their head. They think people are making fun of them because they are born different. It can be really hard for Their own families to help. I help their families achieve common ground . Teenagers know I am real even if I tell them things they don’t want to hear. I have assisted many young adults make the difficult transition to adulthood. Older adults know that I want to hear about their life and assist them with the challenges of getting old.
I have a unique ability to connect with people. Sometimes there are people that have a hard time clarifying what their thoughts and feelings are. They get confused. They hear voices in their head. They think people are making fun of them because they are born different. It can be really hard for Their own families to help. I help their families achieve common ground . Teenagers know I am real even if I tell them things they don’t want to hear. I have assisted many young adults make the difficult transition to adulthood. Older adults know that I want to hear about their life and assist them with the challenges of getting old.
I'm a somatic therapist who specializes in EMDR. The thing that sparks the most joy for me as a therapist is being the catalyst for positive change. A guide to help individuals find peace within themselves. I love being able to shed light on shadows that might have been overlooked, helping individuals and couples make permanent changes in order for them to reach their full potential, and live their best life. I believe that through our own introspection and deep work we can unlock a world of opportunities.
I'm a somatic therapist who specializes in EMDR. The thing that sparks the most joy for me as a therapist is being the catalyst for positive change. A guide to help individuals find peace within themselves. I love being able to shed light on shadows that might have been overlooked, helping individuals and couples make permanent changes in order for them to reach their full potential, and live their best life. I believe that through our own introspection and deep work we can unlock a world of opportunities.
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I specialize in working with Latino professionals, people of color, first-generation adults, men and women, trauma survivors, and couples who are seeking healing, stronger relationships, and a greater sense of balance and purpose.
I am certified in various evidence based practices. I have also received specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), allowing me to support individuals and couples through trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions with proven, effective treatment approaches.
I specialize in working with Latino professionals, people of color, first-generation adults, men and women, trauma survivors, and couples who are seeking healing, stronger relationships, and a greater sense of balance and purpose.
I am certified in various evidence based practices. I have also received specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), allowing me to support individuals and couples through trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions with proven, effective treatment approaches.
I am bilingual Latinx Licensed Therapist, providing in-person therapy for Tucson residents as well as online therapy for AZ and CA.
Mujer, life is hard... On the outside, you may seem fine—but inside you feel overwhelmed, tired, or disconnected from yourself. You’ve spent years being the strong one—holding it all together for everyone else. But lately, it feels heavier. Harder. You might even be wondering, “Why can’t I handle things like I used to?” Between cultural expectations, family roles, and life, it can feel lonely. I see you, and you don’t have to carry this alone. Therapy can be your space to breathe, feel supported, and begin to come back to yourself.
I am bilingual Latinx Licensed Therapist, providing in-person therapy for Tucson residents as well as online therapy for AZ and CA.
Mujer, life is hard... On the outside, you may seem fine—but inside you feel overwhelmed, tired, or disconnected from yourself. You’ve spent years being the strong one—holding it all together for everyone else. But lately, it feels heavier. Harder. You might even be wondering, “Why can’t I handle things like I used to?” Between cultural expectations, family roles, and life, it can feel lonely. I see you, and you don’t have to carry this alone. Therapy can be your space to breathe, feel supported, and begin to come back to yourself.
You appear successful, thriving in your career, handling life’s demands, but inside, you feel disconnected and drained. People-pleasing, difficulty saying no, and putting others first have left you overwhelmed. Old patterns from childhood still shape your relationships. You long to feel aligned, confident, and free: able to speak your truth, set boundaries with ease, & live with purpose. You want your life to feel as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.
You appear successful, thriving in your career, handling life’s demands, but inside, you feel disconnected and drained. People-pleasing, difficulty saying no, and putting others first have left you overwhelmed. Old patterns from childhood still shape your relationships. You long to feel aligned, confident, and free: able to speak your truth, set boundaries with ease, & live with purpose. You want your life to feel as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.
I take a warm, empathic, unconditional stance in my therapeutic approach. My client is the expert in their life and I will help guide them to connect with their strengths while providing warmth and safety in the therapeutic alliance. We will reach for evidence based practices, explore needs, and work towards set goals. I encourage an open and trusting relationship through frequent check-ins regarding client’s perspective on what is working well or not.
I take a warm, empathic, unconditional stance in my therapeutic approach. My client is the expert in their life and I will help guide them to connect with their strengths while providing warmth and safety in the therapeutic alliance. We will reach for evidence based practices, explore needs, and work towards set goals. I encourage an open and trusting relationship through frequent check-ins regarding client’s perspective on what is working well or not.
Pregnancy anxiety. Postpartum depression. Birth trauma. Pregnancy or infant loss. Infertility and IVF. The NICU. If any of this is your reality right now, you don't have to white knuckle it alone.
I'm a perinatal specialist offering trauma focused therapy, including EMDR, for every stage of the reproductive journey, from trying to conceive through the fourth trimester and beyond. Healing is possible. Let's find it together.
Pregnancy anxiety. Postpartum depression. Birth trauma. Pregnancy or infant loss. Infertility and IVF. The NICU. If any of this is your reality right now, you don't have to white knuckle it alone.
I'm a perinatal specialist offering trauma focused therapy, including EMDR, for every stage of the reproductive journey, from trying to conceive through the fourth trimester and beyond. Healing is possible. Let's find it together.
Committed to an AI-FREE practice.
If you are exploring identity, especially sexuality, gender, race, culture, or religion, I offer a space where your questions can be met with care, respect, and experience. You may be multiracial, from an interfaith family, part of more than one culture, or feel like you live in the both/and of belonging. Many people navigating this have also experienced trauma or concerns about substance use. I help you claim your identity while building skills to stay grounded, regulate emotions, and move through pain without disconnecting from yourself.
Committed to an AI-FREE practice.
If you are exploring identity, especially sexuality, gender, race, culture, or religion, I offer a space where your questions can be met with care, respect, and experience. You may be multiracial, from an interfaith family, part of more than one culture, or feel like you live in the both/and of belonging. Many people navigating this have also experienced trauma or concerns about substance use. I help you claim your identity while building skills to stay grounded, regulate emotions, and move through pain without disconnecting from yourself.
You’re the one others rely on. You show up, perform, keep it together — but inside you’re anxious, drained, or quietly discouraged. Maybe your relationship feels distant, work pressure never turns off, or your mind won’t stop racing at night. You don’t want to just cope anymore. You want clarity, steadiness, and to feel connected to yourself and the people you love.
You’re the one others rely on. You show up, perform, keep it together — but inside you’re anxious, drained, or quietly discouraged. Maybe your relationship feels distant, work pressure never turns off, or your mind won’t stop racing at night. You don’t want to just cope anymore. You want clarity, steadiness, and to feel connected to yourself and the people you love.
If you find yourself overthinking texts, feeling anxious when someone’s communication changes, or unsure how to express what you need in dating or relationships, you’re not alone. Many of the clients I work with feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or confusion when it comes to communication—and want to feel more confident and secure in how they show up.
If you find yourself overthinking texts, feeling anxious when someone’s communication changes, or unsure how to express what you need in dating or relationships, you’re not alone. Many of the clients I work with feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or confusion when it comes to communication—and want to feel more confident and secure in how they show up.
Gissell Rodriguez Somatic Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Together, we can create a path toward healing and growth, where you feel supported and empowered every step of the way. Many of my clients come to me when traditional talk therapy has not been as effective as they hoped. They are looking for profound healing and recognize the need for an embodied approach to address the root of their pain. My clients often come to me feeling lost, disconnected from their bodies, their loved ones, and the world around them, or feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing demands of life. They often feel a readiness for transformation, a longing for meaningful connection, and hope of finding inner peace.
Together, we can create a path toward healing and growth, where you feel supported and empowered every step of the way. Many of my clients come to me when traditional talk therapy has not been as effective as they hoped. They are looking for profound healing and recognize the need for an embodied approach to address the root of their pain. My clients often come to me feeling lost, disconnected from their bodies, their loved ones, and the world around them, or feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing demands of life. They often feel a readiness for transformation, a longing for meaningful connection, and hope of finding inner peace.
Jasmine - Anxiety, Burnout, & Boundaries Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
22 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025
Imagine saying "no" without spending the next three days wondering if you hurt someone's feelings. Trusting yourself instead of replaying every conversation in your head. Coming home with enough energy to enjoy your life instead of feeling like you have nothing left to give. For so long, you've been the one anticipating needs, keeping things running, and showing up no matter what. Somewhere along the way, you learned how to give before you learned how to receive. Now you're exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from yourself, wondering what happened to the version of you who felt lighter and more like yourself.
Imagine saying "no" without spending the next three days wondering if you hurt someone's feelings. Trusting yourself instead of replaying every conversation in your head. Coming home with enough energy to enjoy your life instead of feeling like you have nothing left to give. For so long, you've been the one anticipating needs, keeping things running, and showing up no matter what. Somewhere along the way, you learned how to give before you learned how to receive. Now you're exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from yourself, wondering what happened to the version of you who felt lighter and more like yourself.
You may be in a season of transition, questioning your identity, purpose, or sense of belonging. Perhaps anxiety, depression, grief, or a powerful inner or transpersonal experience has disrupted the way you understand yourself and your life. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns or disconnected from your creativity, body, or relationships, and sense that surface-level solutions aren’t enough. You want deeper understanding, integration, and meaning—ways to live more authentically and aligned. I help clients explore the unconscious patterns shaping their inner world so they can gain clarity, restore vitality, and heal.
You may be in a season of transition, questioning your identity, purpose, or sense of belonging. Perhaps anxiety, depression, grief, or a powerful inner or transpersonal experience has disrupted the way you understand yourself and your life. You may feel stuck in repeating patterns or disconnected from your creativity, body, or relationships, and sense that surface-level solutions aren’t enough. You want deeper understanding, integration, and meaning—ways to live more authentically and aligned. I help clients explore the unconscious patterns shaping their inner world so they can gain clarity, restore vitality, and heal.
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety. Parents often come to us wanting answers, clarity, and a plan they can trust. We provide comprehensive evaluations and psychological testing to uncover strengths and pinpoint areas needing support. Our goal is to give families practical strategies that help children succeed in school, build confidence, and prepare for higher learning. Every child is unique, and we honor their identity, language, and values while guiding their long-term growth and well-being.
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety. Parents often come to us wanting answers, clarity, and a plan they can trust. We provide comprehensive evaluations and psychological testing to uncover strengths and pinpoint areas needing support. Our goal is to give families practical strategies that help children succeed in school, build confidence, and prepare for higher learning. Every child is unique, and we honor their identity, language, and values while guiding their long-term growth and well-being.
Sometimes it can feel like the stressors of life are extra heavy. It can feel like no matter how hard you try to get through this season, there is no way out. Have you missed the old you? Are you feeling sad, stressed, and like no one understands what you're going through? You may be searching for a way to move out of the pain and hurt that have been keeping you from joy. A way to let go of the shame and guilt you have been carrying and learn how to cope with the struggles of life.
Sometimes it can feel like the stressors of life are extra heavy. It can feel like no matter how hard you try to get through this season, there is no way out. Have you missed the old you? Are you feeling sad, stressed, and like no one understands what you're going through? You may be searching for a way to move out of the pain and hurt that have been keeping you from joy. A way to let go of the shame and guilt you have been carrying and learn how to cope with the struggles of life.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but it is often the most courageous thing you can do for yourself. I’m Ana Vasquez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience helping people find their footing when life feels overwhelming. Whether you are navigating the complexities of family dynamics, processing past trauma, or simply trying to quiet the noise of daily stress and anxiety, I am here to walk alongside you. I specialize in helping clients address: Anxiety & Stress: Finding calm in the chaos, Family & Relationships: Navigating difficult dynamics, and Healing: Processing past trauma.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but it is often the most courageous thing you can do for yourself. I’m Ana Vasquez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience helping people find their footing when life feels overwhelming. Whether you are navigating the complexities of family dynamics, processing past trauma, or simply trying to quiet the noise of daily stress and anxiety, I am here to walk alongside you. I specialize in helping clients address: Anxiety & Stress: Finding calm in the chaos, Family & Relationships: Navigating difficult dynamics, and Healing: Processing past trauma.
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FAQ - Hispanic and Latino Counseling
What can a Hispanic and Latino therapist help with?
A Hispanic or Latino therapist can support clients with a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and major life transitions. What may set a therapist who personally identifies as Hispanic or Latino apart, however, is their ability to integrate cultural context into your care. If you identify with a specific cultural background, such as Mexican, Puerto Rican, Brazilian, or Colombian, working with a therapist who shares your identity can make a meaningful difference in therapy since you may feel that you have to explain yourself less, or that certain cultural values around family, respect, religion, and emotional expression are more understood by them.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language plays a central role in how people process and express emotions. Even for individuals who are fluent in English, certain feelings, memories, or experiences may be easier to describe in Spanish or in the language they grew up speaking. For many Hispanic and Latino clients, language is also closely tied to identity and family relationships. Being able to move between English and Spanish in therapy can help reflect real-life dynamics, such as communicating with family members in one language and navigating work or school in another. Read more about the advantages of choosing a bilingual counselor here.
How can a Hispanic and Latino therapist support family therapy?
Family is central in many Hispanic and Latino cultures, and a therapist with cultural familiarity may be better equipped to navigate family dynamics without oversimplifying them. Culturally responsive therapists may be able to more accurately interpret family roles and dynamics, thus allowing them to distinguish between cultural norms and clinically concerning dynamics. In addition, Hispanic and Latino therapists who speak Spanish may be a particularly good fit for bilingual or multilingual families, as a therapist that can facilitate clearly across languages will help ensure that all family members feel heard and understood.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Hispanic and Latino clients?
The best way to inquire about a therapist’s specific experience with Hispanic and Latino clients is to ask them targeted questions during an initial phone call or consultation. Consider asking questions such as: What experience do you have working with Hispanic or Latino clients? How do you incorporate cultural background into your approach to therapy? Do you offer therapy in Spanish or another language? You may also ask about specific examples of when they’ve navigated working with Hispanic and Latino clients.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists?
The Psychology Today directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists includes providers who have identified their ethnicity on their profile. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists near you who identify as Hispanic and Latino is limited, the directory will also show therapists with experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.