Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Dallas, TX

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Journey with Pegasus Therapy PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75218
Waitlist for new clients
I have insight within the Latinx community and enjoy working on stopping generational trauma.
I focus on building trust and mutual respect. I am welcoming, empathic, positive, and so eager to help you throughout this journey. I specialize in anxiety, depression, daily stressors in life transitions, and healing from trauma. I use standard talk therapy and have specialized training in EMDR and certified in Eagala for equine assisted therapy.
I have insight within the Latinx community and enjoy working on stopping generational trauma.
I focus on building trust and mutual respect. I am welcoming, empathic, positive, and so eager to help you throughout this journey. I specialize in anxiety, depression, daily stressors in life transitions, and healing from trauma. I use standard talk therapy and have specialized training in EMDR and certified in Eagala for equine assisted therapy.
(214) 367-5021 View (214) 367-5021
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Julieth Arellano Gaona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
That is why I am so passionate about providing mental health services to the Hispanic/Latin and BIPOC community whether that be in English or Spanish.
My clients and I collaborate on working towards their goals with the understanding of how their personal life experiences have affected them in order to deliver mindful, trauma-informed therapeutic services. I prefer using an eclectic style of therapy that includes different modalities and skills such as CBT, EMDR, CPT, coping skills, grounding, etc.
That is why I am so passionate about providing mental health services to the Hispanic/Latin and BIPOC community whether that be in English or Spanish.
My clients and I collaborate on working towards their goals with the understanding of how their personal life experiences have affected them in order to deliver mindful, trauma-informed therapeutic services. I prefer using an eclectic style of therapy that includes different modalities and skills such as CBT, EMDR, CPT, coping skills, grounding, etc.
(214) 624-6782 View (214) 624-6782
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Alejandra Diaz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
I'm very please to serve the Hispanic/ Latino community and have a multicultural practice.
I strongly believe in the potential of human beings to access their inner resources to create change and empower themselves to have the quality of life they want and they deserve. I am a Spanish/English Bilingual Therapist who works with adults. As an immigrant myself, I understand cross-cultural and acculturation situations that hinder daily life due to immigration processes. Part of my focus as a therapist is to comprehend and work with the nuances of different backgrounds and cultural needs. I have been a hypnotherapist for over 14 years. I have extensive training and experience in Traditional and Ericksonian Hypnosis. I also have training in healing emotional wounds through regressive techniques. I truly believe hypnosis is a magnificent technique to help clients reach out their inner resources, create change and empower themselves. As an active member of the North Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis, I’ve had the opportunity to be part of international congresses in Mexico and Costa Rica as well as facilitated webinars with similar groups of professionals in Italy, France and Reunion Island.
I'm very please to serve the Hispanic/ Latino community and have a multicultural practice.
I strongly believe in the potential of human beings to access their inner resources to create change and empower themselves to have the quality of life they want and they deserve. I am a Spanish/English Bilingual Therapist who works with adults. As an immigrant myself, I understand cross-cultural and acculturation situations that hinder daily life due to immigration processes. Part of my focus as a therapist is to comprehend and work with the nuances of different backgrounds and cultural needs. I have been a hypnotherapist for over 14 years. I have extensive training and experience in Traditional and Ericksonian Hypnosis. I also have training in healing emotional wounds through regressive techniques. I truly believe hypnosis is a magnificent technique to help clients reach out their inner resources, create change and empower themselves. As an active member of the North Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis, I’ve had the opportunity to be part of international congresses in Mexico and Costa Rica as well as facilitated webinars with similar groups of professionals in Italy, France and Reunion Island.
(469) 256-6876 View (469) 256-6876
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Diana G. Rodriguez
Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in bilingual and bicultural counseling for Hispanic/ Latinx/e youth, young adults, and families by using strength-based approaches like EMDR and Family Therapy.
¡Bienvenidos! As a bicultural and bilingual counselor, I strive to understand your perspective and offer compassionate care. Whether you're facing life transitions, trauma, or everyday stressors, I'm here to help. Together, we'll focus on building resilience, improving family dynamics, and achieving emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your experiences and feel empowered through strength-based approaches like EMDR and Family Therapy. Let’s work together to help you reach your therapeutic goals.
I specialize in bilingual and bicultural counseling for Hispanic/ Latinx/e youth, young adults, and families by using strength-based approaches like EMDR and Family Therapy.
¡Bienvenidos! As a bicultural and bilingual counselor, I strive to understand your perspective and offer compassionate care. Whether you're facing life transitions, trauma, or everyday stressors, I'm here to help. Together, we'll focus on building resilience, improving family dynamics, and achieving emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your experiences and feel empowered through strength-based approaches like EMDR and Family Therapy. Let’s work together to help you reach your therapeutic goals.
(469) 551-4454 View (469) 551-4454
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Erika A Mora
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am Hispanic(Mexican)and have significant experience working with acculturation and generational differences and conflicts related to cultural differences.
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals in hospital, university and community clinics. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients will better understand their emotions and their strengths, learn skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. I enjoy integrating culture and the person’s specific values into the therapeutic work.
I am Hispanic(Mexican)and have significant experience working with acculturation and generational differences and conflicts related to cultural differences.
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals in hospital, university and community clinics. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients will better understand their emotions and their strengths, learn skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. I enjoy integrating culture and the person’s specific values into the therapeutic work.
(469) 654-7598 View (469) 654-7598
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Raisa Núñez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75208
Experiencing life as an Afro-Latina and Dominican American, I am passionate about providing services to individuals and couples in BIPOC, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Maybe you’re feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or maybe you don’t have the words for what you are feeling. I believe everyone goes through challenges at one point or another – I am here to help you navigate through those challenges and support you showing up as your authentic self. I work with individuals, couples and families (chosen/blood).
Experiencing life as an Afro-Latina and Dominican American, I am passionate about providing services to individuals and couples in BIPOC, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Maybe you’re feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, or maybe you don’t have the words for what you are feeling. I believe everyone goes through challenges at one point or another – I am here to help you navigate through those challenges and support you showing up as your authentic self. I work with individuals, couples and families (chosen/blood).
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Abby Evilsizor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have also completed Chicano/a/x Affirmative Therapy Training and love to incorporate cultural practices into my work with those who identify as Chicanx/ Latinx/ Hispanic.
One of my biggest honors is to accompany my clients through tough symptoms and moments of transition or adjustment. If you are going through a major life transition, coming into your own as an adult, are bicultural, or in the perinatal (pre-pregnancy, pregnant, postpartum) phase of life, we may be a good fit to work together and I'd be honored to be on a therapy journey with you. You might be an anxious first time parent, bicultural mom navigating cultural differences through and after becoming a parent, or facing postpartum anxiety or depression. There is support for you! Now licensed in MO and TX!
I have also completed Chicano/a/x Affirmative Therapy Training and love to incorporate cultural practices into my work with those who identify as Chicanx/ Latinx/ Hispanic.
One of my biggest honors is to accompany my clients through tough symptoms and moments of transition or adjustment. If you are going through a major life transition, coming into your own as an adult, are bicultural, or in the perinatal (pre-pregnancy, pregnant, postpartum) phase of life, we may be a good fit to work together and I'd be honored to be on a therapy journey with you. You might be an anxious first time parent, bicultural mom navigating cultural differences through and after becoming a parent, or facing postpartum anxiety or depression. There is support for you! Now licensed in MO and TX!
(314) 501-6627 View (314) 501-6627
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Stormy Lee Zamora
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion.
I’m kink-aware and believe in an approach emphasizing sexual freedom of thoughts, feelings, fantasies, and activities is the most beneficial for everyone. My approach to counseling is collaborative, and establishing a therapeutic relationship rooted in authenticity and integrity is critical for creating a safe space.
As a Queer Hispanic Female, I have a passion as a therapist to support fellow LGBTQIA+ clients with things unique to our experience and lives such as coming out, working through relationships with straight friends and family, developing meaningful, healthy sexual connections with our partners, and general healing with compassion.
I’m kink-aware and believe in an approach emphasizing sexual freedom of thoughts, feelings, fantasies, and activities is the most beneficial for everyone. My approach to counseling is collaborative, and establishing a therapeutic relationship rooted in authenticity and integrity is critical for creating a safe space.
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Rachel Cerna
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have experience in wellness coaching and consultation, and I am passionate about promoting wellness in the Latino and Queer community.
Hi, I'm Rachel, a Ph.D. candidate in Mind-Body Medicine and Integrative Mental Health. I am a licensed therapist with a specialized focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals, teens/adolescents, and survivors of domestic violence and trauma. With expertise in the intersection of emotional, psychological, and physical health, I integrate evidence-based mind-body practices to support healing and personal growth.
I have experience in wellness coaching and consultation, and I am passionate about promoting wellness in the Latino and Queer community.
Hi, I'm Rachel, a Ph.D. candidate in Mind-Body Medicine and Integrative Mental Health. I am a licensed therapist with a specialized focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals, teens/adolescents, and survivors of domestic violence and trauma. With expertise in the intersection of emotional, psychological, and physical health, I integrate evidence-based mind-body practices to support healing and personal growth.
(210) 972-8636 View (210) 972-8636
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Katia Husemann
MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My specialties include navigating the complexities of grief and loss, supporting new moms and parenting, difficult and challenging childhoods, and working with the Latinx community.
Hola, it’s Katia! I'm guessing life isn't what you have imagined or planned for. In times like this we often freeze and get stuck in a spiral that only makes us feel worse. Let's try something different this time. Together, let's create a plan tailored to you, your needs, your desires, and let's tap into what truly matters to you. I'd love to walk together and support you to get your life back.
My specialties include navigating the complexities of grief and loss, supporting new moms and parenting, difficult and challenging childhoods, and working with the Latinx community.
Hola, it’s Katia! I'm guessing life isn't what you have imagined or planned for. In times like this we often freeze and get stuck in a spiral that only makes us feel worse. Let's try something different this time. Together, let's create a plan tailored to you, your needs, your desires, and let's tap into what truly matters to you. I'd love to walk together and support you to get your life back.
(512) 858-6942 View (512) 858-6942
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Daniela Sosa-Castillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in supporting Hispanic/Latine youth, but my door is open to all backgrounds.
Life’s transitions can be tough—whether you're adjusting to a new environment, facing challenges from the past, or simply managing the day-to-day stress that comes with being a student or a working adult. If you’re looking for support as you navigate these shifts, I’m here to help. I specialize in guiding young people through the complexities of emotions, grief, and personal growth. Whether you're coping with loss, dealing with trauma, or just trying to balance everything on your plate, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can process, heal, and build resilience.
I specialize in supporting Hispanic/Latine youth, but my door is open to all backgrounds.
Life’s transitions can be tough—whether you're adjusting to a new environment, facing challenges from the past, or simply managing the day-to-day stress that comes with being a student or a working adult. If you’re looking for support as you navigate these shifts, I’m here to help. I specialize in guiding young people through the complexities of emotions, grief, and personal growth. Whether you're coping with loss, dealing with trauma, or just trying to balance everything on your plate, I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can process, heal, and build resilience.
(281) 205-3621 View (281) 205-3621
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Rosario (Rosie) Ortiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a bilingual counselor and a native of a Texas border town, I can relate to the Hispanic culture and connect to the level of understanding, experience, and lifestyle the culture forms.
My desire is to invest in people’s mental health and their well-being by working together to achieve goals, find their highest potential, and become whole. I work with my clients as they transition in life, working in unison to fulfill a positive, energetic, and meaningful life. My intentions are to join and meet my clients where they find themselves in life. It is my humble desire to help individuals seek opportunities for self discovery. Whether you are a student, have a professional career, seeking direction in life, and/or require a safe, empathetic, and understanding atmosphere, I am ready to assist you.
As a bilingual counselor and a native of a Texas border town, I can relate to the Hispanic culture and connect to the level of understanding, experience, and lifestyle the culture forms.
My desire is to invest in people’s mental health and their well-being by working together to achieve goals, find their highest potential, and become whole. I work with my clients as they transition in life, working in unison to fulfill a positive, energetic, and meaningful life. My intentions are to join and meet my clients where they find themselves in life. It is my humble desire to help individuals seek opportunities for self discovery. Whether you are a student, have a professional career, seeking direction in life, and/or require a safe, empathetic, and understanding atmosphere, I am ready to assist you.
(210) 791-6585 View (210) 791-6585
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Jennifer Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about building wellness and healing among young adults (18-39 y/o), in communities of color, and in particular the Latinx community.
Hola! Welcome to Vida Counseling TX! My name is Jennifer and I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate about empowering young adult individuals in reaching their full potential in life. In particular, I enjoy working with first generation young adults to help them process their generational trauma, identity development, and manage relationships and hardships.
I am passionate about building wellness and healing among young adults (18-39 y/o), in communities of color, and in particular the Latinx community.
Hola! Welcome to Vida Counseling TX! My name is Jennifer and I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate about empowering young adult individuals in reaching their full potential in life. In particular, I enjoy working with first generation young adults to help them process their generational trauma, identity development, and manage relationships and hardships.
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Dr. Julieta Rubio Hobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Helping First Gen & Latinx women in TX overcome anxiety, past trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you a First Gen Latina that is feeling lost in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with self-doubt and constantly overanalyzing? You've come a long way but something is keeping you from being happy. While you are trying to meet everyone else’s needs and expectations, you are failing to nurture the relationship with yourself. This leaves you feeling frustrated and unhappy in life. Despite the unease you feel, a large part of you is ready to set down the thoughts and beliefs that are keeping you down and start building your peace and happiness.
Helping First Gen & Latinx women in TX overcome anxiety, past trauma, and relationship issues.
Are you a First Gen Latina that is feeling lost in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with self-doubt and constantly overanalyzing? You've come a long way but something is keeping you from being happy. While you are trying to meet everyone else’s needs and expectations, you are failing to nurture the relationship with yourself. This leaves you feeling frustrated and unhappy in life. Despite the unease you feel, a large part of you is ready to set down the thoughts and beliefs that are keeping you down and start building your peace and happiness.
(210) 761-4094 View (210) 761-4094
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Selena Rivero
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Online Only
My practice encompasses diverse client needs, including individuals, couples, and families, with a particular emphasis on Hispanic and Latino communities.
I employ a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique circumstances, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family/Marital Counseling, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy for children, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My practice encompasses diverse client needs, including individuals, couples, and families, with a particular emphasis on Hispanic and Latino communities.
I employ a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique circumstances, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family/Marital Counseling, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy for children, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
(325) 667-0211 View (325) 667-0211
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Isabella Cerritos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
I provide a safe space for Gen Z and Millennial Latinx folx to explore various aspects of themselves, their identity, and their culture.
Are you ready to be more vulnerable but aren’t sure where to start? Have you found yourself struggling to share honestly with those around you? Or maybe you’ve tried sharing more of yourself with others, but you aren’t sure where you belong or if others will accept you? Our families can have a big impact on how we show up in our adult relationships. Cultural messages often impact how safe we feel to be fully ourselves. Shame and guilt can hold us back from experiencing intimacy and connection with ourselves and others. Together we will help you heal from any past wounds so you can feel more aligned in the present.
I provide a safe space for Gen Z and Millennial Latinx folx to explore various aspects of themselves, their identity, and their culture.
Are you ready to be more vulnerable but aren’t sure where to start? Have you found yourself struggling to share honestly with those around you? Or maybe you’ve tried sharing more of yourself with others, but you aren’t sure where you belong or if others will accept you? Our families can have a big impact on how we show up in our adult relationships. Cultural messages often impact how safe we feel to be fully ourselves. Shame and guilt can hold us back from experiencing intimacy and connection with ourselves and others. Together we will help you heal from any past wounds so you can feel more aligned in the present.
(469) 654-4399 View (469) 654-4399
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Therapy Works Counseling, Terapia & evaluaciones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
At Therapy Works we have a team of Hispanic and bilingual therapists in Spanish and English who are licensed, certified, extensively experienced and specialized on Psychological Therapy and clinical mental health evaluations for your immigration process.
Los tipos de evaluaciones psicológicas que hacemos son para casos de perdones (waivers I-601, I212, I-601A) , VAWA, visas U , asilos,y cancelación de deportación. The types of evaluations we do are Hardship Waivers (I-601, I212, I-601A) , VAWA, U-Visas, asylum, and Cancelation of Removal.
At Therapy Works we have a team of Hispanic and bilingual therapists in Spanish and English who are licensed, certified, extensively experienced and specialized on Psychological Therapy and clinical mental health evaluations for your immigration process.
Los tipos de evaluaciones psicológicas que hacemos son para casos de perdones (waivers I-601, I212, I-601A) , VAWA, visas U , asilos,y cancelación de deportación. The types of evaluations we do are Hardship Waivers (I-601, I212, I-601A) , VAWA, U-Visas, asylum, and Cancelation of Removal.
(469) 908-3696 View (469) 908-3696
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Sandra Villarreal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a bilingual Hispanic professional that has over 20 years of experience in social work/counseling working with children in various settings primarily in school systems and in the juvenile justice system.
Besides specializing in youth, I have also specialized in helping individuals who struggle with their mental health due to being part of the LGBTQ community and accepting who they are meant to be.
I am a bilingual Hispanic professional that has over 20 years of experience in social work/counseling working with children in various settings primarily in school systems and in the juvenile justice system.
Besides specializing in youth, I have also specialized in helping individuals who struggle with their mental health due to being part of the LGBTQ community and accepting who they are meant to be.
(830) 402-4181 View (830) 402-4181
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Janizelle Marichal
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
As a first-generation Cuban-American, I am passionate about supporting first-generation Latinx individuals through life’s transitions and the unique challenges that come with generational hardships.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are—without fear, shame, or judgment. Your story matters, and I am here to listen with genuine care and compassion. In our work together, you’ll find a space of acceptance and understanding, where you feel truly seen and supported. My approach is rooted in unconditional positive regard, empowering you to explore, heal, and grow at your own pace. You are worthy of this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you.
As a first-generation Cuban-American, I am passionate about supporting first-generation Latinx individuals through life’s transitions and the unique challenges that come with generational hardships.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming space where you can show up exactly as you are—without fear, shame, or judgment. Your story matters, and I am here to listen with genuine care and compassion. In our work together, you’ll find a space of acceptance and understanding, where you feel truly seen and supported. My approach is rooted in unconditional positive regard, empowering you to explore, heal, and grow at your own pace. You are worthy of this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you.
(469) 746-3240 View (469) 746-3240
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Veronica Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I only work with individual adults and it must be noted that I have experience working with African American, Latino, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Primarily, I use the cognitive-behavioral approach to counseling/therapy. My style is interactive and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaboration between client and therapist, for doing so creates equality within the therapeutic setting.
I only work with individual adults and it must be noted that I have experience working with African American, Latino, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Primarily, I use the cognitive-behavioral approach to counseling/therapy. My style is interactive and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaboration between client and therapist, for doing so creates equality within the therapeutic setting.
(469) 336-6175 View (469) 336-6175
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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.