Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Chicago, IL
As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) and proud advocate for LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities, I specialize in working with couples, families, and women navigating complex relational and personal dynamics. I support individuals exploring identity, transition, sexuality, stigma, and the lifelong work of self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive of queer, trans, non-binary, and questioning clients, as well as allies,
Whether you are 6 or 60, coming out for the first time—or coming out to yourself again in a new way—you deserve a therapeutic space where your truth is honored, not questioned. Many of my clients struggle with
As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) and proud advocate for LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities, I specialize in working with couples, families, and women navigating complex relational and personal dynamics. I support individuals exploring identity, transition, sexuality, stigma, and the lifelong work of self-acceptance. My practice is inclusive of queer, trans, non-binary, and questioning clients, as well as allies,
Whether you are 6 or 60, coming out for the first time—or coming out to yourself again in a new way—you deserve a therapeutic space where your truth is honored, not questioned. Many of my clients struggle with
Have you forgotten about how fun dates with your partner(s) used to be? Do you want to reignite the sex and intimacy that you had with your partner(s)? I'm here to help you find that laughter, spontaneity, and joy that you have been missing. I offer an empathetic and client-centered environment for each individual, couple, polycule and family.
Have you forgotten about how fun dates with your partner(s) used to be? Do you want to reignite the sex and intimacy that you had with your partner(s)? I'm here to help you find that laughter, spontaneity, and joy that you have been missing. I offer an empathetic and client-centered environment for each individual, couple, polycule and family.
In our work together, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, patience, collaboration, and empowerment. I believe therapy is most effective when you feel safe, supported, and free. I work with children, individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, PTSD, and concerns related to racial identity. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to tailor treatment to your individual needs. I also incorporate mindfulness techniques to help reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and support emotional regulation and mood.
In our work together, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, patience, collaboration, and empowerment. I believe therapy is most effective when you feel safe, supported, and free. I work with children, individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, PTSD, and concerns related to racial identity. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to tailor treatment to your individual needs. I also incorporate mindfulness techniques to help reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and support emotional regulation and mood.
I’m Ayleen Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and I believe that every individual is unique and carries a meaningful story. Rooted in both psychoanalytic theory and my Christian faith, I blend clinical expertise with compassionate insight to help you transform pain into personal growth. I believe that understanding your past is a powerful step toward building a purposeful future. Through thoughtful questions and reflective dialogue, I aim to guide you on a journey of self-discovery—encouraging you to take ownership of your life and move confidently toward becoming the best version of yourself.
I’m Ayleen Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and I believe that every individual is unique and carries a meaningful story. Rooted in both psychoanalytic theory and my Christian faith, I blend clinical expertise with compassionate insight to help you transform pain into personal growth. I believe that understanding your past is a powerful step toward building a purposeful future. Through thoughtful questions and reflective dialogue, I aim to guide you on a journey of self-discovery—encouraging you to take ownership of your life and move confidently toward becoming the best version of yourself.
As a Latinx woman of color, I bring a culturally sensitive perspective to to help you learn more about yourself and understand what you are feeling, why, and how to cope.
I’m a bilingual Latina mental health therapist passionate about helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, and stuck negative beliefs about themselves. Many of my clients are caretakers who feel responsible for others and struggle to say “no” or set boundaries. Whether you’re adjusting to new roles, processing trauma, experiencing anxiety, or trying to find your voice within your family, I offer a warm, culturally sensitive space to support your healing and growth.
As a Latinx woman of color, I bring a culturally sensitive perspective to to help you learn more about yourself and understand what you are feeling, why, and how to cope.
I’m a bilingual Latina mental health therapist passionate about helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, life transitions, and stuck negative beliefs about themselves. Many of my clients are caretakers who feel responsible for others and struggle to say “no” or set boundaries. Whether you’re adjusting to new roles, processing trauma, experiencing anxiety, or trying to find your voice within your family, I offer a warm, culturally sensitive space to support your healing and growth.
Starting this process can feel very intimidating so I commend your commitment to yourself and I am here to support you along the way. I believe that through empathy, vulnerability, challenges, and at times laughter we can all find deeper connection and meaning in our lives. My hope is that through our relationship and work together, we can help you find a healing path that feels right for you. I have a relational approach and I value authenticity and transparency in my clinical work. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and hope that I can help you work towards the life that you deserve.
Starting this process can feel very intimidating so I commend your commitment to yourself and I am here to support you along the way. I believe that through empathy, vulnerability, challenges, and at times laughter we can all find deeper connection and meaning in our lives. My hope is that through our relationship and work together, we can help you find a healing path that feels right for you. I have a relational approach and I value authenticity and transparency in my clinical work. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and hope that I can help you work towards the life that you deserve.
Life is full of transitions, questions, and challenges – some we expect, others catch us off guard. I believe therapy can be a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in ways that feel grounding and empowering in the midst of the flurry of life. Therapy can provide a space where healing can come from surprising places like curiosity, creativity, and laughter. My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexible. I bring my background as an improviser and high school teacher into the room, which means I value flexibility, presence, and acceptance.
Life is full of transitions, questions, and challenges – some we expect, others catch us off guard. I believe therapy can be a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself in ways that feel grounding and empowering in the midst of the flurry of life. Therapy can provide a space where healing can come from surprising places like curiosity, creativity, and laughter. My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexible. I bring my background as an improviser and high school teacher into the room, which means I value flexibility, presence, and acceptance.
Have you ever wondered how your childhood trauma/sexual abuse has affected you as an adult? Do you notice having difficulty opening up fully with others? Are you noticing negative relationship patterns? Do you experience negative self-talk/thinking? Childhood trauma has a funny way of sticking with us as adults. It can not only affect how we see ourselves, but how we show up with others in relationships, and how we view the world.
Have you ever wondered how your childhood trauma/sexual abuse has affected you as an adult? Do you notice having difficulty opening up fully with others? Are you noticing negative relationship patterns? Do you experience negative self-talk/thinking? Childhood trauma has a funny way of sticking with us as adults. It can not only affect how we see ourselves, but how we show up with others in relationships, and how we view the world.
I am a Latinx therapist with Ecuadorian and Colombian heritage.
I promote an open, non-judgmental space where your pace guides our journey. I offer supportive yet challenging feedback, blending approaches that focus on trauma processing and mind-body supports. Collaboration is key; you're the expert, and I'm here to support you. I am certified in EMDR as a trauma modality and also utilize IFS-informed within my practice.
I am a Latinx therapist with Ecuadorian and Colombian heritage.
I promote an open, non-judgmental space where your pace guides our journey. I offer supportive yet challenging feedback, blending approaches that focus on trauma processing and mind-body supports. Collaboration is key; you're the expert, and I'm here to support you. I am certified in EMDR as a trauma modality and also utilize IFS-informed within my practice.
I am a Latinx Spanish-speaking clinician with a background in health psychology and currently working towards obtaining a certification in sex therapy.
Navigating change in our life, within our community, and with our bodies can feel disruptive and confusing at times. We can find ourselves sitting with anxiety, frustration, or sadness. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed as an individual in your community. Maybe you are feeling stuck, anxious, or confused in your relationship. Perhaps you are feeling discouraged, disheartened and sad. Reaching out for support can seem foreign and feel challenging. In doing so, you will find yourself feeling comfort and ease, while gaining some clarity for yourself.
I am a Latinx Spanish-speaking clinician with a background in health psychology and currently working towards obtaining a certification in sex therapy.
Navigating change in our life, within our community, and with our bodies can feel disruptive and confusing at times. We can find ourselves sitting with anxiety, frustration, or sadness. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed as an individual in your community. Maybe you are feeling stuck, anxious, or confused in your relationship. Perhaps you are feeling discouraged, disheartened and sad. Reaching out for support can seem foreign and feel challenging. In doing so, you will find yourself feeling comfort and ease, while gaining some clarity for yourself.
Hola! I am a bilingual therapist passionate about supporting my clients on their healing path. Since 2014, I have been offering services to adults who have experienced trauma in their lives and deal with intense emotions of sadness, fear, anger, worry, and low self-esteem that might be affecting their bodies and their health. I offer my clients a safe space to process their feelings and experiences, teaching them skills that can help them regulate their emotions, feel safe in their bodies, and improve their quality of life. I believe healing occurs by creating and promoting a safe therapeutic relationship.
Hola! I am a bilingual therapist passionate about supporting my clients on their healing path. Since 2014, I have been offering services to adults who have experienced trauma in their lives and deal with intense emotions of sadness, fear, anger, worry, and low self-esteem that might be affecting their bodies and their health. I offer my clients a safe space to process their feelings and experiences, teaching them skills that can help them regulate their emotions, feel safe in their bodies, and improve their quality of life. I believe healing occurs by creating and promoting a safe therapeutic relationship.
I am a professional who enjoys helping people navigate difficult periods in their life. My passion is help people grow and change to become the best version of themselves. I have experience counseling individual, couples, and groups. I am Colombian and Spanish is my native language. My degree is specialized in Sexual education and Social work. I utilizes a strength based approach, collaborating with my clients in identifying, nurturing, developing, and utilizing their innate strengths to obtain improved mental/emotional well being.
I am a professional who enjoys helping people navigate difficult periods in their life. My passion is help people grow and change to become the best version of themselves. I have experience counseling individual, couples, and groups. I am Colombian and Spanish is my native language. My degree is specialized in Sexual education and Social work. I utilizes a strength based approach, collaborating with my clients in identifying, nurturing, developing, and utilizing their innate strengths to obtain improved mental/emotional well being.
There are many issues that impact and pull at us in life. It can come in the form of pressures from the outside world, the inner criticisms we feel, or trauma and stress we have experienced. Some may have felt they’ve lost connections within themselves because of the chaos and devastation that life sometimes brings. All these factors can play a role in making someone feel unbalanced.
There are many issues that impact and pull at us in life. It can come in the form of pressures from the outside world, the inner criticisms we feel, or trauma and stress we have experienced. Some may have felt they’ve lost connections within themselves because of the chaos and devastation that life sometimes brings. All these factors can play a role in making someone feel unbalanced.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, tense, or disconnected—like you’re holding too much for too long—you’re not alone. My clients often describe feeling “stuck” in their minds or overwhelmed by life’s demands. Together, we find a steadier pace that helps you reconnect with your body, your emotions, and your sense of self. My style is relational, compassionate, and neuroscience-informed—honoring the whole of who you are.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, tense, or disconnected—like you’re holding too much for too long—you’re not alone. My clients often describe feeling “stuck” in their minds or overwhelmed by life’s demands. Together, we find a steadier pace that helps you reconnect with your body, your emotions, and your sense of self. My style is relational, compassionate, and neuroscience-informed—honoring the whole of who you are.
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
As a bilingual, Latina, first generation social worker, I know that trying new things can be exciting, unpredictable, and even scary! Wherever you are in your healing journey, therapy is a big step to take, and I'm glad you are here. While I believe you already have what it takes to succeed, a trained therapist can join you to support your unique journey and provide customized skills-training and tools to overcome life’s challenges. Bringing in several years of clinical and leadership experience, I utilize a comprehensive and strengths-based approach that incorporates various modalities, including but not limited to the below:
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As seen on Univision, Telemundo, and La Ley Radio. Currently accepting clients for psychological and mental health evaluations for immigration cases. If you are petitioning for a U Visa, VAWA, Asylum, or Hardship (Perdon), please contact me to conduct the required mental health evaluation. Receive a comprehensive report that includes a biopsychosocial biography, clinical assessments, and treatment recommendations as well as other information pertaining to your particular case. Interviews done online.
You've worked hard to build the life you have, but something still feels off. Lately, stress weighs you down, leaving you exhausted and unsure of yourself. You replay conversations, worry about how others see you, and struggle to set boundaries. Speaking in English sometimes makes you feel like your words don’t fully capture what’s in your heart. You long for deeper connections- with yourself, with others, and with God- but don’t know where to start. You need a space where you can express yourself freely in Spanish or Spanglish and feel truly understood.
You've worked hard to build the life you have, but something still feels off. Lately, stress weighs you down, leaving you exhausted and unsure of yourself. You replay conversations, worry about how others see you, and struggle to set boundaries. Speaking in English sometimes makes you feel like your words don’t fully capture what’s in your heart. You long for deeper connections- with yourself, with others, and with God- but don’t know where to start. You need a space where you can express yourself freely in Spanish or Spanglish and feel truly understood.
I’m a bicultural, Spanglish speaking, animal-loving, working class Midwesterner, social worker and grief worker. I’ve been involved in various forms of community-based social work since 2011. I’m a therapist but prefer to think of myself as an ESA or emotional support advocate. Humor, transparency, autonomy, genuine care and a welcoming presence are qualities I aim to embody and reflect in my practice.
I’m a bicultural, Spanglish speaking, animal-loving, working class Midwesterner, social worker and grief worker. I’ve been involved in various forms of community-based social work since 2011. I’m a therapist but prefer to think of myself as an ESA or emotional support advocate. Humor, transparency, autonomy, genuine care and a welcoming presence are qualities I aim to embody and reflect in my practice.
My name is Citlali Lara and I am a bi-cultural and bi-lingual therapist (English/Spanish). I enjoy working with individuals who are ready and committed to change! I have experience working with children and adolescents, adults, and high conflict families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, stress, relationships and life changes/transitions, and divorce/separation. I enjoy creating positive therapeutic relationships with my clients as I believe that effective therapy starts at fostering positive rapport.
My name is Citlali Lara and I am a bi-cultural and bi-lingual therapist (English/Spanish). I enjoy working with individuals who are ready and committed to change! I have experience working with children and adolescents, adults, and high conflict families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, stress, relationships and life changes/transitions, and divorce/separation. I enjoy creating positive therapeutic relationships with my clients as I believe that effective therapy starts at fostering positive rapport.
My belief that all people deserve meaningful opportunity and satisfaction in life defined my 15-year career helping adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and parents overcome barriers to wide range of goals. I serve clients with a variety of needs stemming from disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting/caregiver roles, family of origin, substance use, and vocational exploration. I see value in finding meaning in difficult life experiences to inform new ways of understanding ourselves and engaging others, and I believe people benefit most when equipped with the tools, knowledge, and care to author their own stories.
My belief that all people deserve meaningful opportunity and satisfaction in life defined my 15-year career helping adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and parents overcome barriers to wide range of goals. I serve clients with a variety of needs stemming from disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting/caregiver roles, family of origin, substance use, and vocational exploration. I see value in finding meaning in difficult life experiences to inform new ways of understanding ourselves and engaging others, and I believe people benefit most when equipped with the tools, knowledge, and care to author their own stories.
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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.