Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Ponte Vedra, FL
Making the decision to seek therapy can feel like a big and sometimes scary step. From our very first contact I aim to be empathetic, culturally sensitive, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for you to explore your difficulties and challenges. Do you constantly worry about your life choices, second-guess decisions, or question and replay the conversations you've had with others? Do you experience self-doubt about your abilities at work? About your parenting? Feel stuck but don't know how to create change?
Making the decision to seek therapy can feel like a big and sometimes scary step. From our very first contact I aim to be empathetic, culturally sensitive, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for you to explore your difficulties and challenges. Do you constantly worry about your life choices, second-guess decisions, or question and replay the conversations you've had with others? Do you experience self-doubt about your abilities at work? About your parenting? Feel stuck but don't know how to create change?
Do you feel stuck? Have you been doing the necessary work to unpack your shit but still feeling like you just aren't finding resolve? Like your doing the all the things however still stuck? You might want to explore Eye Movement Desensitization and Repressing or EMDR for short. EMDR has the possibility of alleviating this issue that's causing you to continue to be in the cycle that you are not enjoying being in. EMDR clients have anxiety, life stressors, trauma, depression etc. EMDR not only has the possibility to alleviate the issue you're given the opportunity understand the core wound/problem.
Do you feel stuck? Have you been doing the necessary work to unpack your shit but still feeling like you just aren't finding resolve? Like your doing the all the things however still stuck? You might want to explore Eye Movement Desensitization and Repressing or EMDR for short. EMDR has the possibility of alleviating this issue that's causing you to continue to be in the cycle that you are not enjoying being in. EMDR clients have anxiety, life stressors, trauma, depression etc. EMDR not only has the possibility to alleviate the issue you're given the opportunity understand the core wound/problem.
I believe in the sacredness of therapy with respect for my clients and their healing. I enjoy working with individuals as they can identify what holds them back in order to attain confidence and feel empowered. I am passionate about working with individuals who are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, life goals, and relationship issues.
I believe in the sacredness of therapy with respect for my clients and their healing. I enjoy working with individuals as they can identify what holds them back in order to attain confidence and feel empowered. I am passionate about working with individuals who are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, life goals, and relationship issues.
Relationships are complicated, and it's easy to feel stuck, misunderstood, or disconnected, even when you’re trying your hardest. I work with individuals and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply, break free from patterns that keep them stuck, and are willing to try new ways of connecting, communicating, and creating a meaningful life. My clients are curious, reflective, and ready to take steps toward clarity, growth, and deeper fulfillment.
Relationships are complicated, and it's easy to feel stuck, misunderstood, or disconnected, even when you’re trying your hardest. I work with individuals and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply, break free from patterns that keep them stuck, and are willing to try new ways of connecting, communicating, and creating a meaningful life. My clients are curious, reflective, and ready to take steps toward clarity, growth, and deeper fulfillment.
I have 30 years experience in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist as well with a background in different spiritual approaches. I have a multicultural background. . I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. Instead of applying different methodologies, I establish a relationship with my client that may lead to unexpected and unorthodox ways of healing.
I have 30 years experience in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist as well with a background in different spiritual approaches. I have a multicultural background. . I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. Instead of applying different methodologies, I establish a relationship with my client that may lead to unexpected and unorthodox ways of healing.
You deserve a space where you don't have to explain your identity before doing the real work. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, and the weight of intersectional identities, including those with BIPOC, neurodiverse, immigrants, or all of the above.
You deserve a space where you don't have to explain your identity before doing the real work. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, and the weight of intersectional identities, including those with BIPOC, neurodiverse, immigrants, or all of the above.
Are you having relationship difficulties? Caught in a negative perspective of your partner and your relationship? Having difficulty managing conflict? Caught in gridlocked, perpetual conflict? Feeling lonely and isolated? In a relationship where one or both of you are in recovery from addiction? Concerned about the effects of addiction on your children or family? Having difficulty with child behavior or parent-child conflict? If yes, I would like to help you and have the knowledge, the training, and the skills to do so.
Are you having relationship difficulties? Caught in a negative perspective of your partner and your relationship? Having difficulty managing conflict? Caught in gridlocked, perpetual conflict? Feeling lonely and isolated? In a relationship where one or both of you are in recovery from addiction? Concerned about the effects of addiction on your children or family? Having difficulty with child behavior or parent-child conflict? If yes, I would like to help you and have the knowledge, the training, and the skills to do so.
Let’s be honest...finding the right therapist is tough. I'll skip the generic buzzwords and get to the point. We might be a good fit if you appreciate a therapist who is direct, genuine, and willing to challenge you when needed. Therapy with me often includes laughter, honest conversations, and the occasional gentle call-out when people-pleasing, avoidance, or old patterns start running the show. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and life's many challenges.
Let’s be honest...finding the right therapist is tough. I'll skip the generic buzzwords and get to the point. We might be a good fit if you appreciate a therapist who is direct, genuine, and willing to challenge you when needed. Therapy with me often includes laughter, honest conversations, and the occasional gentle call-out when people-pleasing, avoidance, or old patterns start running the show. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and life's many challenges.
I enjoy working with motivated clients.
I specialize in working with self esteem issues, anxiety, couples issues, domestic abuse, infidelity, workplace issues and women's issues.
I enjoy working with motivated clients.
I specialize in working with self esteem issues, anxiety, couples issues, domestic abuse, infidelity, workplace issues and women's issues.
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Spanish Therapy ! Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—whether it’s a child with ADHD, a parent under stress, or someone navigating life transitions. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where healing begins. With a background in psychology and social work, and currently pursuing a doctorate, I bring both knowledge and heart to every session. My goal is to support your unique journey, helping you feel understood, empowered, and ready to move forward—one step at a time.
Spanish Therapy ! Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—whether it’s a child with ADHD, a parent under stress, or someone navigating life transitions. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where healing begins. With a background in psychology and social work, and currently pursuing a doctorate, I bring both knowledge and heart to every session. My goal is to support your unique journey, helping you feel understood, empowered, and ready to move forward—one step at a time.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) currently based in Florida. I graduated with my masters in Social Work from the University of South Florida. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, including, Spanish speaking clients, Muslim clients, young adults, teens, and the LGBTQ community. I believe working with a wide range of individuals is imperative to the type of work I want to do.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) currently based in Florida. I graduated with my masters in Social Work from the University of South Florida. I have experience working with a wide range of individuals, including, Spanish speaking clients, Muslim clients, young adults, teens, and the LGBTQ community. I believe working with a wide range of individuals is imperative to the type of work I want to do.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and reconnect with purpose through a holistic, faith-informed approach. I believe true healing involves the mind, body, and spirit, creating space for emotional wellness and spiritual renewal. Therapy is more than symptom relief, it’s an opportunity to gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and align with your values. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional healing or spiritual struggles, I provide a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and reconnect with purpose through a holistic, faith-informed approach. I believe true healing involves the mind, body, and spirit, creating space for emotional wellness and spiritual renewal. Therapy is more than symptom relief, it’s an opportunity to gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and align with your values. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional healing or spiritual struggles, I provide a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. I received my Masters from the Florida State University and have been practicing for over 15 years. I help teens and adults struggling with stress, depression and anxiety to become the best versions of themselves. I have worked with diverse populations and have extensive experience working with adults, couples, groups, children and adolescents.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. I received my Masters from the Florida State University and have been practicing for over 15 years. I help teens and adults struggling with stress, depression and anxiety to become the best versions of themselves. I have worked with diverse populations and have extensive experience working with adults, couples, groups, children and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and adolescents. My ideal clients are those navigating the complexities of trauma, grief, or relationship strain who seek a safe, therapeutic space to heal. Many come to my practice feeling stuck in emotional distress or crisis. I help you move forward by utilizing evidence-based methods like EMDR and DBT to manage high-risk symptoms and build resilience. Together, we focus on identifying your goals and creating a personalized treatment plan that fosters lasting emotional wellness.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and adolescents. My ideal clients are those navigating the complexities of trauma, grief, or relationship strain who seek a safe, therapeutic space to heal. Many come to my practice feeling stuck in emotional distress or crisis. I help you move forward by utilizing evidence-based methods like EMDR and DBT to manage high-risk symptoms and build resilience. Together, we focus on identifying your goals and creating a personalized treatment plan that fosters lasting emotional wellness.
You're an adult navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, or a major life transition, and lately you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you're working through complex trauma, postpartum challenges, intimate partner harm, or strain in an important relationship, and you're unsure where to turn. You want clarity, steadiness, and change that actually lasts. I work with individuals and couples ready to do meaningful, paced work in a space that feels safe and affirming. With nearly two decades of experience, I help clients build insight, regulate difficult emotions, and reconnect with themselves & their relationships.
You're an adult navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, or a major life transition, and lately you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Maybe you're working through complex trauma, postpartum challenges, intimate partner harm, or strain in an important relationship, and you're unsure where to turn. You want clarity, steadiness, and change that actually lasts. I work with individuals and couples ready to do meaningful, paced work in a space that feels safe and affirming. With nearly two decades of experience, I help clients build insight, regulate difficult emotions, and reconnect with themselves & their relationships.
Dr. Derek Ortiz is a bilingual psychologist (Ph.D.) registered in FL, offering transformational online therapy in English and Spanish. He blends Jungian therapy, shadow work, and symbolic insight to help clients create deep, sustainable change. He is also the creator of the Derek Israel personal brand, with 100K+ followers as an author, podcaster, and content creator. He owns businesses in real estate, life coaching, digital marketing, and private psychology. A man of family who enjoys meditation, reading, and traveling the world in search of spiritual evolution. Immediate availability & easy onboarding.
Dr. Derek Ortiz is a bilingual psychologist (Ph.D.) registered in FL, offering transformational online therapy in English and Spanish. He blends Jungian therapy, shadow work, and symbolic insight to help clients create deep, sustainable change. He is also the creator of the Derek Israel personal brand, with 100K+ followers as an author, podcaster, and content creator. He owns businesses in real estate, life coaching, digital marketing, and private psychology. A man of family who enjoys meditation, reading, and traveling the world in search of spiritual evolution. Immediate availability & easy onboarding.
Life can feel overwhelming—whether you’re facing stress, burnout, anxiety, grief, or navigating a big life change. Maybe you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, held back by past wounds, or unsure how you even got here. You want relief, clarity, and a fresh start. I work with adults who are ready to build resilience, shift limiting beliefs, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused—centered on helping you move forward with confidence, balance, and purpose. If you're ready to feel more like yourself again, let's talk!
Life can feel overwhelming—whether you’re facing stress, burnout, anxiety, grief, or navigating a big life change. Maybe you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, held back by past wounds, or unsure how you even got here. You want relief, clarity, and a fresh start. I work with adults who are ready to build resilience, shift limiting beliefs, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused—centered on helping you move forward with confidence, balance, and purpose. If you're ready to feel more like yourself again, let's talk!
With over 25 years of professional experience, I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship concerns, and family conflict. I have extensive experience working with veterans and military families, including issues related to deployment and transition. My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on helping clients develop effective strategies for lasting change. I am in-network with Tricare East (Prime and Select plans) and provide secure telehealth sessions for clients throughout Florida. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish using evidence-based approaches.
With over 25 years of professional experience, I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship concerns, and family conflict. I have extensive experience working with veterans and military families, including issues related to deployment and transition. My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on helping clients develop effective strategies for lasting change. I am in-network with Tricare East (Prime and Select plans) and provide secure telehealth sessions for clients throughout Florida. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish using evidence-based approaches.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, have symptoms of complex trauma (C-PTSD) or PTSD, have bodily symptoms that you can’t seem to control and feel like your mind and body are disconnected? Going through stressful events and unresolved traumatic life experiences can feel extremely overwhelming. It can feel even more daunting when you feel like you are alone and don’t have the correct coping skills and tools to get through it or you’ve been putting your head down and plowing forward for so long you aren’t even sure where to start. You are not overreacting. I can help individuals and couples go from “surviving” to “thriving”.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, have symptoms of complex trauma (C-PTSD) or PTSD, have bodily symptoms that you can’t seem to control and feel like your mind and body are disconnected? Going through stressful events and unresolved traumatic life experiences can feel extremely overwhelming. It can feel even more daunting when you feel like you are alone and don’t have the correct coping skills and tools to get through it or you’ve been putting your head down and plowing forward for so long you aren’t even sure where to start. You are not overreacting. I can help individuals and couples go from “surviving” to “thriving”.
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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.