Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Santa Cruz, CA

Working with Latinx youth and families for nearly a decade in various capacities from serving preschool families to justice involved youth, I am strength based and client-centered. Managing stressors no matter how big or small; whether it's managing a healthy work/life balance, managing a life transition or processing racialized trauma. I can offer a space that is casual or clinical whichever you prefer. I work from a liberatory framework to identify ways that we can fight oppression no matter how big or small in our daily lives.

Supporting, women and young adults to develop and restore reconnection with self. Life stages can take us through uncertainty, panic, fear of the unknown, questioning safety, disconnection of self, and feeling out control. Together, we will process how to connect with vulnerable, unseen parts of self to discover feelings of self worth, value, cultural safety, acceptance, freedom, and healing. My specialties are; relational challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, boundaries, and life transitions, with 10 years of experience.

Life can sometimes feel like a big knot of different colored threads that can include life transitions, trauma, relationship issues and identity. It really can be a tough world out there! My goal is to collaborate with you to help you untangle that knot and improve your sense of wellbeing, insight, self-compassion and coping techniques. I value a transparent, trusting and collaborative relationship with my clients. I have extensive experience working with trauma, intergenerational issues, ethnic identity issues, self esteem, body image issues, family dynamics, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

Invest in yourself and your loved ones; therapy is not just a mental health treatment sought when we are suffering from mental distress, or unable to conduct life as wanted. Therapy is also a self discovery process to get a greater and deeper knowledge about ourselves, which will allow to make better choices and become the person that we have wished. Having someone to accompany you in this path, with a professional perspective, non-judgmental listening and accurate interventions, will allow you to cope with painful circumstances, significant life changes / transitions, as well with symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD and others.

I trust your capacity for moving toward healing, change and growth, and my holistic approach welcomes all of you: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, sexual, and cultural. My experience and training in working with mindfulness and trauma can allow you to experience a new relationship with yourself and with others so you can feel more at ease. As a holistic psychotherapist, I use a mind-body approach to help you compassionately discover unconscious patterns that keep you from living your life as you would like. Somatic-based therapy can access and support places in you that talk therapy does not reach.

Therapy can be a great companion as you unravel your truth, blind posts and navigate life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re going through transitions, want to manage symptoms that interfere with your life, feel stuck, gain relational skills, use mindfulness, understand yourself, your emotions and your nervous system I can provide a safe space. Are you going through an existential moment or a spiritual awakening? Perhaps you wish to explore shadow and inner child work, life direction or dive into generational healing. Maybe those stories that you tell yourself are ready for a new ending.I do online therapy and eco-therapy in San Diego.

I'm passionate about creating a warm, non-judgmental and safe environment for children, adults, and families to make positive changes in their lives. I approach therapy in an integrative way based on one’s needs. I work with many topics surrounding mental health and especially love working with anxiety, shame, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I enjoy using techniques and ideas from a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as: CBT, Person-centered, Humanistic, Strength-based, and Solution-focused. I'm passionate about bringing healing into people's lives so they are able to lead a happier life for themselves.

I work with adults, teens and provide family therapy. My specialities include treating depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal ideation, mother-daughter relational dynamics, mood disorders, self-identity, self-esteem, confidence and body positivity. In therapy, I integrate whole wellness and health and build upon your strengths. I work towards inspiring creativity within yourself as I believe everyone is the author of their own lives.

Identity issues can cause intense feelings of isolation preventing so many people from living the way that they yearn to. This is especially true when there are layers of addiction, difficult relational patterns and past traumas. We become so much stronger when we face these things with an unconditionally present ally.

You are pushing through life and aware of what you want but you are stuck. You struggle to apply what you already know leaving you anxious and confused. You are committed to your growth and have a desire to improve but something is blocking you from acheiving your goals. You want to improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, but you need help developing healthier boundaries. You just want to feel happy and be you, but at times you don’t feel You is good enough.

I believe that healing and growth are innate human capacities which can become overwhelmed by powerful and/or chronic stressors. My priorities for our healing relationship together are to ensure a sense of safety for you in the therapy process, as well as collaborativity. I take an integrative approach to healing, including mindfulness practices, archetypal psychology, art therapy, play therapy, somatic modalities, and nutritional psychology. Additionally, I have a therapy dog that is an integral presence in the sessions. She is calm, friendly, and very grounding and sweet. I see clients in person; telehealth as a back-up only.

The relationship we have with ourselves is the blueprint of all the relationships we will establish in our lifetime. This relationship is shaped from an early age, as we internalize how we are related-to by our caregivers and other important bonds. No matter where you find yourself today, you can choose to repattern this relationship to live a fuller and more enjoyable life. How would it feel to treat yourself with more kindness, respect, and loving care?

Hello! My name is Danielle. I am so glad you are considering beginning therapy and working with me. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, first-generation experiences, forming healthy relationships, or areas of personal growth, I will offer a compassionate presence where your experiences can be heard. Together, we can begin working towards positive changes in your life. I am a strengths-based, client-centered therapist. However, as there is no “one size fits all” approach to therapy, support will be tailored to empower you to make changes specific to your needs and goals.

As a non-binary, gender expansive, masculine person I walk the middle ground of societies claim of male and female roles and intentions. I offer my experience to others to find their specific and unique understanding of their gender and sexuality. I enjoy helping both individuals and couples to navigate the multi-directional obstacle course of life in order to help you feel more confident and connected. I am offering my lifetime of experience and intuition to assist others in finding their own path for living authentically.

Hola, It is very normal to feel fear and anxiety when seeking help, but if you take the next step we can work collaboratively to help promote growth and healing moving forward. I utilize a strength based approach and a solution focused model to help strengthen the skills you already have while developing more effective tools to manage current stressors. Throughout my career, I have learned the importance of self-determination, meeting clients where they are and providing a safe space to process emotions and unresolved issues.

My name is Leidy Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has worked with children and families for the past 9 years. My focus is to ensure that everyone lives a healthy and balanced life, prioritizing their mental health as a means to happiness. This may require processing any underlying trauma that is influencing negative daily behaviors. Everyone deserves happiness so it is important to overcome the underlying stressors that can prevent achieving and reaching a healthy state of mind. Whether it is depression, anxiety, addictive behaviors, or inability to accomplish daily tasks. I am here to help.

I am inspired by transformation, by the possibilities, freedom, and implications of deep personal change. I’ve seen it in myself and my clients. Moving from stagnation to aliveness, from isolation to love. I’m honored to work with you on your path of healing, self-discovery, growth, and transformation.

I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist that specialize in depression, managing self-injurious behaviors, anxiety, self-esteem, divorce, sexual abuse, interpersonal violence/domestic violence, educational issues and coping skills to manage stress. The theoretical approaches I use in my practice include Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma Focused Behavioral Therapy. I have over 7 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. In my clinical practice I place importance in empowering clients to find their own strength

Could you use some support? Looking for someone to talk to? I specialize in working with grief. I hold a space that is non-judgemental, warm, spacious, and affirming. I love working with clients who are exploring themselves and their lives while going through a big transition. I love this work and I hope I can show you a comfortable place to be you and some support in navigating your experience.