Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Frederick, MD
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when emotional challenges have been present for some time. Children and teens may struggle to express what they’re feeling, and adults often find themselves holding stress, worry, or emotional exhaustion quietly. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel safe, understood, and encouraged to permit themselves to begin meaningful change.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when emotional challenges have been present for some time. Children and teens may struggle to express what they’re feeling, and adults often find themselves holding stress, worry, or emotional exhaustion quietly. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel safe, understood, and encouraged to permit themselves to begin meaningful change.
Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy,
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
4 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
At Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy we believe that meaningful, healthy relationships and systems are the foundation of a fulfilling life. Whether you’re an adult seeking personal growth, have a teen longing to be heard and understood, a couple navigating the complexities of partnership, or a family striving for harmony, we are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the holistic dynamics that shape connection, our dedicated team of experts are committed to helping you build the relationships you seek with yourself and your community.
At Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy we believe that meaningful, healthy relationships and systems are the foundation of a fulfilling life. Whether you’re an adult seeking personal growth, have a teen longing to be heard and understood, a couple navigating the complexities of partnership, or a family striving for harmony, we are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the holistic dynamics that shape connection, our dedicated team of experts are committed to helping you build the relationships you seek with yourself and your community.
Hello! I’m glad to meet you right here, right now. You’re looking for a therapist and that can be a big, personal step. Maybe it’s a good moment to breathe in and recognize that you’re taking your mental health matters into your own hands. Maybe it’s a good moment to breathe out and appreciate yourself for getting this far.
Can we look at why you might be here? You’re struggling with a life transition, having trouble in the complexity of your relationships, feeling old wounds, or experiencing new ones. Perhaps you’re a point in your life where you want to look inward without rush or judgement.
Hello! I’m glad to meet you right here, right now. You’re looking for a therapist and that can be a big, personal step. Maybe it’s a good moment to breathe in and recognize that you’re taking your mental health matters into your own hands. Maybe it’s a good moment to breathe out and appreciate yourself for getting this far.
Can we look at why you might be here? You’re struggling with a life transition, having trouble in the complexity of your relationships, feeling old wounds, or experiencing new ones. Perhaps you’re a point in your life where you want to look inward without rush or judgement.
If you’re feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in survival mode, or like something inside you is out of rhythm, you’re not alone. My approach is integrative and holistic, honoring the connection between mind, body, emotion, and environment. I work collaboratively with you to explore the root causes of burnout, overwhelm, and disconnection, so you can reconnect with your natural rhythms, inner wisdom, and strengths. I believe there are moments in life when you need to be truly seen, compassionately supported, and gently guided back to yourself, and other times when healing means mending the relationships that matter most to you.
If you’re feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck in survival mode, or like something inside you is out of rhythm, you’re not alone. My approach is integrative and holistic, honoring the connection between mind, body, emotion, and environment. I work collaboratively with you to explore the root causes of burnout, overwhelm, and disconnection, so you can reconnect with your natural rhythms, inner wisdom, and strengths. I believe there are moments in life when you need to be truly seen, compassionately supported, and gently guided back to yourself, and other times when healing means mending the relationships that matter most to you.
A question I regularly get is, "What is Therapy?" "What does it do?" If you ask 100 therapists, you may get as many different answers. My take on therapy is that it is a space where you can lay out your problems and difficulties in a way that they begin to feel more manageable, then develop insights and new perspectives on how to address these problems. Essentially, it provides a new way to look at your challenges and the knowledge and insight to overcome them.
A question I regularly get is, "What is Therapy?" "What does it do?" If you ask 100 therapists, you may get as many different answers. My take on therapy is that it is a space where you can lay out your problems and difficulties in a way that they begin to feel more manageable, then develop insights and new perspectives on how to address these problems. Essentially, it provides a new way to look at your challenges and the knowledge and insight to overcome them.
I am mixed race ( Mexican/Japanese/White) and enjoy understanding and supporting clients to embrace their intersectional identities.
On a healing journey and ready for the next step? If you've been doing the work but are ready to go deeper, then we may be a good fit. If you've done a lot of talk therapy and/or a lot of recovery work and/or trauma processing... If you've been on a spiritual path for a while now... If you're already insightful, self-aware and maybe been called "evolved"... But you seem to be stuck in the same patterns despite all this work you've done? Maybe you're clear that talking about your problems doesn't lead to their resolution? Or you feel like insights don't lead to the transformation you're seeking with your whole being?
I am mixed race ( Mexican/Japanese/White) and enjoy understanding and supporting clients to embrace their intersectional identities.
On a healing journey and ready for the next step? If you've been doing the work but are ready to go deeper, then we may be a good fit. If you've done a lot of talk therapy and/or a lot of recovery work and/or trauma processing... If you've been on a spiritual path for a while now... If you're already insightful, self-aware and maybe been called "evolved"... But you seem to be stuck in the same patterns despite all this work you've done? Maybe you're clear that talking about your problems doesn't lead to their resolution? Or you feel like insights don't lead to the transformation you're seeking with your whole being?
Being an adolescent or a young adult can be tough! It is hard to figure out who you are and how to communicate your needs and wants with highs, lows, racing thoughts and the noise of the world all around you. I am here to help. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and big life transitions by providing a compassionate and relatable environment where they can build coping skills, confidence, and emotional awareness. I also have experience in family counseling, helping families improve communication, rebuild trust, and better understand one another across generations.
Being an adolescent or a young adult can be tough! It is hard to figure out who you are and how to communicate your needs and wants with highs, lows, racing thoughts and the noise of the world all around you. I am here to help. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and big life transitions by providing a compassionate and relatable environment where they can build coping skills, confidence, and emotional awareness. I also have experience in family counseling, helping families improve communication, rebuild trust, and better understand one another across generations.
Hi there! I'm Dr. Adrienne Reyes-Peña, and I'm glad you are here. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C. and have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of psychological and medical concerns. My clinical background includes providing therapy and conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations. I have received specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Hi there! I'm Dr. Adrienne Reyes-Peña, and I'm glad you are here. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C. and have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of psychological and medical concerns. My clinical background includes providing therapy and conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations. I have received specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
I provide individual and family counseling for ages 3-18+ seeking to address Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Cultural Identity, Depression, Interpersonal conflicts, Life transitions, Mood Disorders, Educational problems, Substance Use Disorders, or Trauma.
I provide individual and family counseling for ages 3-18+ seeking to address Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Cultural Identity, Depression, Interpersonal conflicts, Life transitions, Mood Disorders, Educational problems, Substance Use Disorders, or Trauma.
You don’t have to face it alone. Whether you're a parent seeking support for your preteen, a teen navigating big emotions, or an adult feeling stuck or overwhelmed — I’m here to help.
As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, I create a space that feels safe, supportive, and judgment-free. I believe that reaching out for therapy is a powerful act of courage, and I deeply honor the trust it takes to share your story. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, manage life’s stressors, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
You don’t have to face it alone. Whether you're a parent seeking support for your preteen, a teen navigating big emotions, or an adult feeling stuck or overwhelmed — I’m here to help.
As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, I create a space that feels safe, supportive, and judgment-free. I believe that reaching out for therapy is a powerful act of courage, and I deeply honor the trust it takes to share your story. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, manage life’s stressors, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Mindful Haven Therapy Laura Valdes-Borsum,
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21703
What Can I Help You With?
When the weight of past trauma, deep-seated anxiety, or emotional exhaustion makes daily life feel like a constant battle against your nervous system, you aren't just tired—you're stuck. If you are struggling with panic attacks, depression, eating disorders, grief, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, or sexual identity issues, you deserve a safe space. Fluent in Spanish, I offer compassionate clinical care for individuals, couples, and families navigating adjustment challenges or end-of-life transitioning. Let's create an authentic sanctuary for your journey.
What Can I Help You With?
When the weight of past trauma, deep-seated anxiety, or emotional exhaustion makes daily life feel like a constant battle against your nervous system, you aren't just tired—you're stuck. If you are struggling with panic attacks, depression, eating disorders, grief, personality disorders, gender dysphoria, or sexual identity issues, you deserve a safe space. Fluent in Spanish, I offer compassionate clinical care for individuals, couples, and families navigating adjustment challenges or end-of-life transitioning. Let's create an authentic sanctuary for your journey.
I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and am licensed in MD, PA, and PsyPact! My ideal clients are children (5+), adolescents, and adults who are seeking a provider that truly understands their cultural context and lived experiences. They are often navigating complex challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or identity development and need a safe, bilingual space where they can express themselves fully, without having to translate their emotions or explain their background. They want a holistic approach to healing because they understand that mental health is deeply intertwined with their environment, family, and culture.
I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and am licensed in MD, PA, and PsyPact! My ideal clients are children (5+), adolescents, and adults who are seeking a provider that truly understands their cultural context and lived experiences. They are often navigating complex challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or identity development and need a safe, bilingual space where they can express themselves fully, without having to translate their emotions or explain their background. They want a holistic approach to healing because they understand that mental health is deeply intertwined with their environment, family, and culture.
Accepting Virtual COACHing Clients ONLY. Do you need help navigating personal or FAMILY challenges? Are you a creative talented person whose executive functioning challenges are limiting your success or your relationship with others? Need real talk and guidance from an empathic laser focused direct down-to-earth coach (and licensed psychotherapist) who will maintain your confidentiality, genuinely care about you and teach strategies for quick relief?
Let's work together to create positive changes. It's never too late.
Accepting Virtual COACHing Clients ONLY. Do you need help navigating personal or FAMILY challenges? Are you a creative talented person whose executive functioning challenges are limiting your success or your relationship with others? Need real talk and guidance from an empathic laser focused direct down-to-earth coach (and licensed psychotherapist) who will maintain your confidentiality, genuinely care about you and teach strategies for quick relief?
Let's work together to create positive changes. It's never too late.
Life Can Be Hard. Therapy Shouldn't Be. A calm and safe space can go a long way in helping us find our way forward. I understand that there is no one size fits all in therapy. Every person and every motivation to seek counseling is different. Nevertheless, you've arrived here. Let's begin your journey towards being a better you. My therapy style can best be described as compassionate, caring, and humorous. Afterall, laughter can be a powerful tool. I approach my work holistically by working with my clients to best understand their needs while looking at how their basic needs are being met.
Life Can Be Hard. Therapy Shouldn't Be. A calm and safe space can go a long way in helping us find our way forward. I understand that there is no one size fits all in therapy. Every person and every motivation to seek counseling is different. Nevertheless, you've arrived here. Let's begin your journey towards being a better you. My therapy style can best be described as compassionate, caring, and humorous. Afterall, laughter can be a powerful tool. I approach my work holistically by working with my clients to best understand their needs while looking at how their basic needs are being met.
Currently taking NEW clients as of 1/01/2026
Navigating relationships can feel overwhelming, especially when your past has been shaped by relational trauma, emotional neglect, or parent–child dynamics that left lasting wounds. I support women and men who are trying to make sense of these experiences and build healthier, more grounded connections with themselves and others.
Currently taking NEW clients as of 1/01/2026
Navigating relationships can feel overwhelming, especially when your past has been shaped by relational trauma, emotional neglect, or parent–child dynamics that left lasting wounds. I support women and men who are trying to make sense of these experiences and build healthier, more grounded connections with themselves and others.
Hello, I'm Kim - I am super passionate about wellness and helping others. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to work out their thoughts, process emotions, and find clarity. I specialize in women's issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavior modification. I am fully committed to seeing progress in my clients. If you are motivated to see changes in yourself and progress in yourself, I believe I am the therapist for you! I work with individuals to discover new ways to heal and reconnect the mind, body, soul. I believe therapy is one of many ways people can practice self-care.
Hello, I'm Kim - I am super passionate about wellness and helping others. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to work out their thoughts, process emotions, and find clarity. I specialize in women's issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavior modification. I am fully committed to seeing progress in my clients. If you are motivated to see changes in yourself and progress in yourself, I believe I am the therapist for you! I work with individuals to discover new ways to heal and reconnect the mind, body, soul. I believe therapy is one of many ways people can practice self-care.
As a trilingual clinician (English, Portuguese, Spanglish :), I use my diverse cultural background and lived experiences to build genuine connections. I bring 15 +years of expertise working with children, teens, and adults. Most of my experience has been treating anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, family issues, life-transitions, grief and challenges related to the immigrant experience. My hope is that my welcoming, collaborative, and playful approach will provide you with the safe space you need to feel seen and understood. Together, we will build on your strengths to achieve the clarity, growth, and well-being you seek.
As a trilingual clinician (English, Portuguese, Spanglish :), I use my diverse cultural background and lived experiences to build genuine connections. I bring 15 +years of expertise working with children, teens, and adults. Most of my experience has been treating anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, family issues, life-transitions, grief and challenges related to the immigrant experience. My hope is that my welcoming, collaborative, and playful approach will provide you with the safe space you need to feel seen and understood. Together, we will build on your strengths to achieve the clarity, growth, and well-being you seek.
Do you feel stuck and find yourself repeating the same patterns? You might be one who everyone depends on to help meet their needs but feel exhausted. Now you find yourself wondering who you are after taking care of everyone else. Between meeting the demands of your career, family and your own physical health, you might feel resentful, depleted and not sure where to begin to find some relief. Perhaps despite all that you have achieved, you still have a nagging feeling that you are simply not enough, that you must continue to prove yourself and burning yourself out in the meantime.
Do you feel stuck and find yourself repeating the same patterns? You might be one who everyone depends on to help meet their needs but feel exhausted. Now you find yourself wondering who you are after taking care of everyone else. Between meeting the demands of your career, family and your own physical health, you might feel resentful, depleted and not sure where to begin to find some relief. Perhaps despite all that you have achieved, you still have a nagging feeling that you are simply not enough, that you must continue to prove yourself and burning yourself out in the meantime.
You may look capable on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Many people I work with are juggling work, parenting, and relationships while quietly operating in survival mode. Trauma—whether recent or long past—can intensify this strain, showing up as hypervigilance, emotional numbing, over-functioning, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs.
You may look capable on the outside, but internally feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Many people I work with are juggling work, parenting, and relationships while quietly operating in survival mode. Trauma—whether recent or long past—can intensify this strain, showing up as hypervigilance, emotional numbing, over-functioning, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs.
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
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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.