Hispanic and Latino Therapists in San Diego, CA
Welcome! My name is Victoria and I am a family therapist in North County, San Diego.
I enjoy working with children and families, as well as being present with parents as they navigate the ever changing dynamics of childhood, both in and out of sessions. I also have experience with court cases and can understand the delicate dynamics involved.
Outside of family work, I also work with individuals to support navigating life transitions, high stress daily life, trauma recovery, and a space for those much needed mental health check ins and self care.
Welcome! My name is Victoria and I am a family therapist in North County, San Diego.
I enjoy working with children and families, as well as being present with parents as they navigate the ever changing dynamics of childhood, both in and out of sessions. I also have experience with court cases and can understand the delicate dynamics involved.
Outside of family work, I also work with individuals to support navigating life transitions, high stress daily life, trauma recovery, and a space for those much needed mental health check ins and self care.
Relationships still feel difficult, even when you're trying your best. You may be reading the books, following relationship experts on social media, and genuinely trying to apply what you learn, yet still feeling unfulfilled in your relationships with family members, romantic partners, or close friends. No matter how hard you try, the same familiar patterns keep showing up. You might feel frustrated when issues come up because, even though you know how you want to respond, your reactions seem to take over anyway. You replay conversations and overanalyze what you said or didn't say. And yet, deep down, you know you're meant for more.
Relationships still feel difficult, even when you're trying your best. You may be reading the books, following relationship experts on social media, and genuinely trying to apply what you learn, yet still feeling unfulfilled in your relationships with family members, romantic partners, or close friends. No matter how hard you try, the same familiar patterns keep showing up. You might feel frustrated when issues come up because, even though you know how you want to respond, your reactions seem to take over anyway. You replay conversations and overanalyze what you said or didn't say. And yet, deep down, you know you're meant for more.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Magic Within Therapy. I show up as a queer, nonbinary, Puerto Rican/Mexican therapist who leads with humor, heart, and a deep commitment to justice. In our work together, we’ll name the bullshit (capitalism, patriarchy, white supremacy, transphobia… all of it), while also making space for softness, laughter, and the magic of being fully yourself.
I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who takes a client-centered approach to therapy, which means I tailor therapy to fit you, not the other way around. I focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be real, reflect deeply, and begin to understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns in new ways. Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back, build healthier coping tools, and help you reconnect with your strengths, values, and voice.
This is your time and your space. I'm here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create the life you want to live.
I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who takes a client-centered approach to therapy, which means I tailor therapy to fit you, not the other way around. I focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be real, reflect deeply, and begin to understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns in new ways. Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back, build healthier coping tools, and help you reconnect with your strengths, values, and voice.
This is your time and your space. I'm here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create the life you want to live.
Welcome Friends! I'm Marisa, a trauma therapist & non-pathologizing clinician. I use body-based skills, parts work and a compassionate approach to help adults dealing with emotional suppression. Did you grow up in a home where you experienced emotional neglect? Have you found yourself locked in states of rumination, agitation, & anxiety? Do you feel trapped in a part of your life that you can't think your way out of?
I understand the need for safety, belonging & "relief", and how our mind clings to control and certainty. Allow me to help you connect to your body, build capacity, return to authenticity & find sustainable peace.
Welcome Friends! I'm Marisa, a trauma therapist & non-pathologizing clinician. I use body-based skills, parts work and a compassionate approach to help adults dealing with emotional suppression. Did you grow up in a home where you experienced emotional neglect? Have you found yourself locked in states of rumination, agitation, & anxiety? Do you feel trapped in a part of your life that you can't think your way out of?
I understand the need for safety, belonging & "relief", and how our mind clings to control and certainty. Allow me to help you connect to your body, build capacity, return to authenticity & find sustainable peace.
I’m a licensed psychologist (PSY34490) based in San Diego, CA, and the owner of a private practice offering both in-person and virtual therapy sessions. I work with the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and offer bilingual services for Spanish speakers. My specialization lies in treating sleep issues, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, difficulties with body image, and low self-esteem. I also work with and help individuals improve romantic relationship dynamics, including recovering from infidelity.
I’m a licensed psychologist (PSY34490) based in San Diego, CA, and the owner of a private practice offering both in-person and virtual therapy sessions. I work with the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and offer bilingual services for Spanish speakers. My specialization lies in treating sleep issues, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, difficulties with body image, and low self-esteem. I also work with and help individuals improve romantic relationship dynamics, including recovering from infidelity.
Do you find yourself feeling sad, worried or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, numb or disconnected from your life? Are you struggling with experiences from your past or with relationships? If so I'd love to help you! My goal is to provide an empathetic and warm place to process the various aspects of your life that affect you and help you live the life you've imagined.
Do you find yourself feeling sad, worried or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, numb or disconnected from your life? Are you struggling with experiences from your past or with relationships? If so I'd love to help you! My goal is to provide an empathetic and warm place to process the various aspects of your life that affect you and help you live the life you've imagined.
Helping You Heal, Grow, and Thrive: With over 25 + years of experience in the mental health field, I work with individuals and couples who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer reflect who they are or who they want to become. Many people come to therapy feeling unsure, exhausted, or lonely, whether they are navigating early adulthood, midlife transitions or the later chapters of life. I work well especially with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, Trauma, PTSD, emotional burnout, people pleasing, boundary challenges, grief, and relationship concerns.
Helping You Heal, Grow, and Thrive: With over 25 + years of experience in the mental health field, I work with individuals and couples who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer reflect who they are or who they want to become. Many people come to therapy feeling unsure, exhausted, or lonely, whether they are navigating early adulthood, midlife transitions or the later chapters of life. I work well especially with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, Trauma, PTSD, emotional burnout, people pleasing, boundary challenges, grief, and relationship concerns.
I am devoted to providing a safe place for individuals seeking to learn to practice self-compassion and self-acceptance. My goal is to be a strong support for you by providing therapy through a trauma informed lens. I will work alongside you, as you explore your strengths, values, and maximize your potential to live your true authentic self. I have experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, as well as those newly diagnosed with HIV, and those adapting to new life changes.
I am devoted to providing a safe place for individuals seeking to learn to practice self-compassion and self-acceptance. My goal is to be a strong support for you by providing therapy through a trauma informed lens. I will work alongside you, as you explore your strengths, values, and maximize your potential to live your true authentic self. I have experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, as well as those newly diagnosed with HIV, and those adapting to new life changes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the changes in your life? Maybe you are postpartum and overwhelmed, crying more than you thought you would, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself. Maybe parenting—this thing you thought would come naturally—feels impossibly hard, lonely, or triggering. Maybe the spark has left your marriage and you've started having an affair, or you are feeling upside down having just discovered your partner is having an affair. Whatever you're going through, you feel isolated—like there’s no one to turn to, no one to confide in. Your mind is flooded with racing thoughts, and it’s exhausting.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with all the changes in your life? Maybe you are postpartum and overwhelmed, crying more than you thought you would, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself. Maybe parenting—this thing you thought would come naturally—feels impossibly hard, lonely, or triggering. Maybe the spark has left your marriage and you've started having an affair, or you are feeling upside down having just discovered your partner is having an affair. Whatever you're going through, you feel isolated—like there’s no one to turn to, no one to confide in. Your mind is flooded with racing thoughts, and it’s exhausting.
Are you seeking deeper, more authentic relationships but unsure where to begin? Feeling trapped in unfulfilling patterns and connections is common, and I understand how challenging it can be. As a therapist, I am dedicated to guiding you towards meaningful insights that enhance your self-awareness and improve your interactions with others. Many of my clients face anxiety, grief, and depression, which can hinder the development of healthy relationships. I am committed to helping you build more fulfilling, joyful, and nurturing connections, ultimately leading to a happier and healthier life. Let’s work together to create the relations
Are you seeking deeper, more authentic relationships but unsure where to begin? Feeling trapped in unfulfilling patterns and connections is common, and I understand how challenging it can be. As a therapist, I am dedicated to guiding you towards meaningful insights that enhance your self-awareness and improve your interactions with others. Many of my clients face anxiety, grief, and depression, which can hinder the development of healthy relationships. I am committed to helping you build more fulfilling, joyful, and nurturing connections, ultimately leading to a happier and healthier life. Let’s work together to create the relations
Since I could remember, I knew that I wanted to be in a field that would give me the opportunity to help others. I chose to be a psychology major for many reasons but one of them is because I found psychology very interesting and fascinating. I also discover that being genuinely interested in people, wanting to help and having the ability to easily connect with others were strengths that would help me in my journey of being able to help others. I have a passion for helping clients enhance their personal strengths, develop coping skills for them to thrive during difficult times, life transitions and needed change.
Since I could remember, I knew that I wanted to be in a field that would give me the opportunity to help others. I chose to be a psychology major for many reasons but one of them is because I found psychology very interesting and fascinating. I also discover that being genuinely interested in people, wanting to help and having the ability to easily connect with others were strengths that would help me in my journey of being able to help others. I have a passion for helping clients enhance their personal strengths, develop coping skills for them to thrive during difficult times, life transitions and needed change.
When life feels overwhelming, whether in your relationships, family, or sense of self, it can be hard to know where to begin. Many of the individuals and couples I work with are carrying stress, emotional exhaustion, or patterns that no longer serve them, even though they’re doing their best to hold everything together.
Therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s happening, without judgment or pressure to have it all figured out.
When life feels overwhelming, whether in your relationships, family, or sense of self, it can be hard to know where to begin. Many of the individuals and couples I work with are carrying stress, emotional exhaustion, or patterns that no longer serve them, even though they’re doing their best to hold everything together.
Therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what’s happening, without judgment or pressure to have it all figured out.
I work with people who struggle with low self-esteem and want to build their confidence. Low self-esteem limits our potential and hinders us in our pursuit of happiness. As such, we may find ourselves relying solely on the acceptance of others, thus neglecting our own needs. If that sounds familiar, I'd love to help. This space is for finding your true self, embracing it confidently, and learning to see yourself with loving eyes.
I work with people who struggle with low self-esteem and want to build their confidence. Low self-esteem limits our potential and hinders us in our pursuit of happiness. As such, we may find ourselves relying solely on the acceptance of others, thus neglecting our own needs. If that sounds familiar, I'd love to help. This space is for finding your true self, embracing it confidently, and learning to see yourself with loving eyes.
In my therapeutic approach, I honor the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit. I believe that it is imperative to treat mental illness with an integrative lens, taking into account the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic factors that contribute to overall wellness. I am passionate about addressing the ways oppressive systems affect mental health and offering therapeutic support toward healing for Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) experiencing mental health distress in response to systemic oppression.
In my therapeutic approach, I honor the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit. I believe that it is imperative to treat mental illness with an integrative lens, taking into account the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic factors that contribute to overall wellness. I am passionate about addressing the ways oppressive systems affect mental health and offering therapeutic support toward healing for Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) experiencing mental health distress in response to systemic oppression.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Do you feel not present in your life? It is sometimes difficult to feel like yourself in an ever changing and unpredictable world combined with life stressors. You are not alone and there is hope. Hello, my name is Christian Urias and I am a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience working with adults, couples and adolescents. I have a passion for working with my clients to help create positive changes, and support them to improve their lives and achieve their life's goals. I help couples establish trust, build friendship and create a system of shared meaning together.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Do you feel not present in your life? It is sometimes difficult to feel like yourself in an ever changing and unpredictable world combined with life stressors. You are not alone and there is hope. Hello, my name is Christian Urias and I am a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience working with adults, couples and adolescents. I have a passion for working with my clients to help create positive changes, and support them to improve their lives and achieve their life's goals. I help couples establish trust, build friendship and create a system of shared meaning together.
Welcome! Healmatic Group Practice, led by Brittani Williams, LCSW, is an inclusive therapy space that fosters healing for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Healmatic’s approach is grounded in the acknowledgment of the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit, guided by a trauma-informed framework and a deep commitment to healing justice principles.
Welcome! Healmatic Group Practice, led by Brittani Williams, LCSW, is an inclusive therapy space that fosters healing for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Healmatic’s approach is grounded in the acknowledgment of the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit, guided by a trauma-informed framework and a deep commitment to healing justice principles.
At some point in our lives we can feel lost, sad, and/or anxious and could use an objective person to help us through. I work collaboratively to assist clients in gaining the coping and communication skills to improve their overall well-being and relationships. I offer both long-term and short-term evidence based treatment which is based off of a clients trauma history, wants, and needs. I believe in helping clients gain the insight and skills to be able to reach the goals we set at the onset of therapy, and to end confidently and able to handle life's stressors in a healthier way.
At some point in our lives we can feel lost, sad, and/or anxious and could use an objective person to help us through. I work collaboratively to assist clients in gaining the coping and communication skills to improve their overall well-being and relationships. I offer both long-term and short-term evidence based treatment which is based off of a clients trauma history, wants, and needs. I believe in helping clients gain the insight and skills to be able to reach the goals we set at the onset of therapy, and to end confidently and able to handle life's stressors in a healthier way.
Sometimes life experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and we find that the ways we usually cope are not helping. Sometimes our personal journey involves difficult, seemingly impossible crises or losses. At times like these, we often try to manage emotions with activities that help us feel better for a short time but then the cost starts to outweigh the benefits. I believe we all go through times like this when we are tired of struggling. The path towards recovering from these experiences seems more doable when we are able to find a renewed motivation and clear goals towards healthy change.
Sometimes life experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and we find that the ways we usually cope are not helping. Sometimes our personal journey involves difficult, seemingly impossible crises or losses. At times like these, we often try to manage emotions with activities that help us feel better for a short time but then the cost starts to outweigh the benefits. I believe we all go through times like this when we are tired of struggling. The path towards recovering from these experiences seems more doable when we are able to find a renewed motivation and clear goals towards healthy change.
Raquel Garber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
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Having lived in Mexico City for 38 years, I'm bilingual and bicultural, passionate about serving the Hispanic and Latina community while welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Specializing in empowering individuals and couples, I believe therapy unlocks pathways to a more enriching life. Starting from your unique point, I foster a secure space to delve into personal challenges. My primary passion lies in nurturing relationships. Ellyn Bader Ph.D., aptly noted, ‘Couples therapy not only fortifies families but also fosters profound personal evolution.’ Join me in exploring and fostering healthier, stronger connections that endure and thrive. As a Certified Grief Educator, I offer unparalleled support, navigating the often unspoken complexities of grief helping you find greater resilience in the face of loss
Having lived in Mexico City for 38 years, I'm bilingual and bicultural, passionate about serving the Hispanic and Latina community while welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Specializing in empowering individuals and couples, I believe therapy unlocks pathways to a more enriching life. Starting from your unique point, I foster a secure space to delve into personal challenges. My primary passion lies in nurturing relationships. Ellyn Bader Ph.D., aptly noted, ‘Couples therapy not only fortifies families but also fosters profound personal evolution.’ Join me in exploring and fostering healthier, stronger connections that endure and thrive. As a Certified Grief Educator, I offer unparalleled support, navigating the often unspoken complexities of grief helping you find greater resilience in the face of loss
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Nearby Hispanic and Latino Therapists Searches for San Diego
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- Imperial Beach
- La Jolla
- La Mesa
- Lemon Grove
- National City
- San Ysidro
- Santee
- Spring Valley
Hispanic and Latino Therapists
What makes a Hispanic and Latino therapist effective?
An effective Hispanic and Latino therapist can combine a culturally sensitive lens with proven therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). They may have an understanding of cultural attitudes to therapy, including potential stigma, and can help a client navigate those concerns. Some clients may also appreciate a therapist who is bilingual and is comfortable conversing with the client in both English and Spanish. Languages spoken are indicated on a therapist’s directory profile.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist is respectful and considerate of all groups, and may have specific expertise with individuals of a certain ethnicity. These considerations can help a client feel understood and can improve the therapeutic alliance. While some people think highlighting race and ethnicity could promote stereotypes and bias, most agree that knowledge about cultural differences enhances the alliance between therapist and client.
How can I recognize a therapist who has expertise working with Hispanic and Latino clients?
Successful therapy depends a great deal on the relationship between client and therapist. Start by asking the therapist about their overall approach to therapy. You may then wish to ask about the therapist’s educational background and any additional training in cultural sensitivity that they have undertaken.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Hispanic and Latino clients?
Ask a potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share this background or whether they’ve worked in these communities. If so, you may wish to ask them to elaborate on ways that they feel especially prepared to work with Hispanic and Latino clients. If they have not worked with such clients, they may know someone who has and be able to make a referral.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists?
The directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists includes providers who have identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. 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 comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.