Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Seattle, WA
Abraham Peña
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with Depression & Anxiety, Grief/Loss issues including disenfranchised grief. Undergoing psychotherapy can be a highly rewarding and beneficial process to explore yourself; your thoughts, beliefs, feelings. Most importantly, your WANTS & LIKES. Overall my interventions encourage/promote deeper awareness of your life experience and events. The meaning made from your life experience is important and valuable. The meaning-making formed can be a source of strength as well as suffering. In therapy you learn to identify/explore the issues that create conflict in your life with supportive guidance
I have extensive experience working with Depression & Anxiety, Grief/Loss issues including disenfranchised grief. Undergoing psychotherapy can be a highly rewarding and beneficial process to explore yourself; your thoughts, beliefs, feelings. Most importantly, your WANTS & LIKES. Overall my interventions encourage/promote deeper awareness of your life experience and events. The meaning made from your life experience is important and valuable. The meaning-making formed can be a source of strength as well as suffering. In therapy you learn to identify/explore the issues that create conflict in your life with supportive guidance
I am now offering couples/constellation therapy geared towards mixed neurotype, neurodivergent (specialization in: Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) , kinky couples/constellation groups, and couples/constellation groups where you struggle with your own trauma or family of origin and its impacting your relationship.
Micaela is a dedicated and empathetic therapist who prioritizes collaboration, humor, and the therapeutic relationship in her practice. Identities I hold: multi-racial, AuDHD, kink, and CNM. I am committed to using my privilege to advocate for systemic change while deeply understanding the challenges faced by my clients.
I am now offering couples/constellation therapy geared towards mixed neurotype, neurodivergent (specialization in: Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) , kinky couples/constellation groups, and couples/constellation groups where you struggle with your own trauma or family of origin and its impacting your relationship.
Micaela is a dedicated and empathetic therapist who prioritizes collaboration, humor, and the therapeutic relationship in her practice. Identities I hold: multi-racial, AuDHD, kink, and CNM. I am committed to using my privilege to advocate for systemic change while deeply understanding the challenges faced by my clients.
I recognize and value the courage to seek help. I provide a safe and neutral space to talk about your life challenges and share your story. My goal is to partner with you during life's challenging moments, find new ways to gain personal growth, identify old patterns, heal, and get unstuck. My approach to therapy is strength-based, goal-oriented, and holistic, providing support that looks at the whole considering your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. I tailor my approach to your specifics needs and guide you to be more compassionate with yourself.
I recognize and value the courage to seek help. I provide a safe and neutral space to talk about your life challenges and share your story. My goal is to partner with you during life's challenging moments, find new ways to gain personal growth, identify old patterns, heal, and get unstuck. My approach to therapy is strength-based, goal-oriented, and holistic, providing support that looks at the whole considering your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. I tailor my approach to your specifics needs and guide you to be more compassionate with yourself.
If you're navigating the weight of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, you might feel exhausted, stuck, or simply ready for something to change. You're not alone, healing is possible. I offer a compassionate, down-to-earth approach rooted in trust, collaboration, & empathy. This isn’t about quick fixes or surface-level advice. It’s about creating a space where you feel genuinely seen & supported as you work through the hard stuff. Together, we’ll explore the layers of your story, uncover what’s been holding you back, & gently move toward relief & healing. My goal is to help you feel more like yourself again whole, & empowered.
If you're navigating the weight of trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, you might feel exhausted, stuck, or simply ready for something to change. You're not alone, healing is possible. I offer a compassionate, down-to-earth approach rooted in trust, collaboration, & empathy. This isn’t about quick fixes or surface-level advice. It’s about creating a space where you feel genuinely seen & supported as you work through the hard stuff. Together, we’ll explore the layers of your story, uncover what’s been holding you back, & gently move toward relief & healing. My goal is to help you feel more like yourself again whole, & empowered.
We will explore your own “inner dialogue” and/or “parts,” as well as important narratives (aka the stories you tell yourself about yourself and the world around you). I encourage your evaluation, adaptation and/or complete overhaul of these sometimes unhelpful thoughts and stories in favor of newer, healthier, and more useful ones that we develop together!
We will explore your own “inner dialogue” and/or “parts,” as well as important narratives (aka the stories you tell yourself about yourself and the world around you). I encourage your evaluation, adaptation and/or complete overhaul of these sometimes unhelpful thoughts and stories in favor of newer, healthier, and more useful ones that we develop together!
Do you feel stuck? Are you feeling numb, unable to find happiness in the things that once brought you joy? When we're struggling, it can spill out onto our relationships, showing up in ways that create more issues. In our efforts to make change, we may try to solve them by reading self-help books or talking to our closest friends, only to find the problem is still a problem. That’s where I can help. Together we’ll identify goals and collaborate on a treatment plan. The beginning of any journey or change begins with acceptance, the proper treatment, and a healthier relationship and connection with ourselves and the world around us.
Do you feel stuck? Are you feeling numb, unable to find happiness in the things that once brought you joy? When we're struggling, it can spill out onto our relationships, showing up in ways that create more issues. In our efforts to make change, we may try to solve them by reading self-help books or talking to our closest friends, only to find the problem is still a problem. That’s where I can help. Together we’ll identify goals and collaborate on a treatment plan. The beginning of any journey or change begins with acceptance, the proper treatment, and a healthier relationship and connection with ourselves and the world around us.
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-CBT has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-CBT has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.
As a National Certified Counselor, I will explore your concerns and assist you in uncovering deeper issues that might be hindering or influencing your relationships and your worldview. Given the unique challenges that each person encounters, which demand subtle and distinct methods of intervention, I trained in both contemporary research-based therapies, as well as traditional techniques (Psychodynamics), so I can offer a variety of tools. “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” -- Dr. Viktor Frankl (founder of Logotherapy).
As a National Certified Counselor, I will explore your concerns and assist you in uncovering deeper issues that might be hindering or influencing your relationships and your worldview. Given the unique challenges that each person encounters, which demand subtle and distinct methods of intervention, I trained in both contemporary research-based therapies, as well as traditional techniques (Psychodynamics), so I can offer a variety of tools. “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” -- Dr. Viktor Frankl (founder of Logotherapy).
I work relationally and collaboratively, grounded in curiosity, cultural humility, and a deep belief in each client’s capacity for growth and healing. My approach is trauma-informed and depth-oriented, with close attention to patterns in how people think, feel, and relate—both in their lives and in the here-and-now of the therapeutic relationship. What emerges between us often reflects important relational dynamics and offers meaningful opportunities for insight and change.
I work relationally and collaboratively, grounded in curiosity, cultural humility, and a deep belief in each client’s capacity for growth and healing. My approach is trauma-informed and depth-oriented, with close attention to patterns in how people think, feel, and relate—both in their lives and in the here-and-now of the therapeutic relationship. What emerges between us often reflects important relational dynamics and offers meaningful opportunities for insight and change.
I work with teens and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship struggles, stress, and self-esteem challenges. I’m bilingual and offer sessions in both English and Spanish.
My approach is warm, friendly, and down-to-earth — and I like to bring a little humor into sessions when it feels right. I truly believe that you’re the expert on your own life, and my role is to help you tap into your strengths, explore what’s holding you back, and find ways to move forward with confidence and self-compassion.
I work with teens and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship struggles, stress, and self-esteem challenges. I’m bilingual and offer sessions in both English and Spanish.
My approach is warm, friendly, and down-to-earth — and I like to bring a little humor into sessions when it feels right. I truly believe that you’re the expert on your own life, and my role is to help you tap into your strengths, explore what’s holding you back, and find ways to move forward with confidence and self-compassion.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist and first-generation immigrant who deeply believes in hope—the kind that keeps playing like music even when we cannot hear it. I believe in each person’s innate ability to find peace within themselves and in their relationships. I am passionate about the ripple effect of healing and how it can be passed from one generation to the next. I recognize that the world does not always make space for us to fully be who we are. In therapy, I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they explore who they are to themselves, who they are seen as, and who they are becoming.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist and first-generation immigrant who deeply believes in hope—the kind that keeps playing like music even when we cannot hear it. I believe in each person’s innate ability to find peace within themselves and in their relationships. I am passionate about the ripple effect of healing and how it can be passed from one generation to the next. I recognize that the world does not always make space for us to fully be who we are. In therapy, I enjoy walking alongside my clients as they explore who they are to themselves, who they are seen as, and who they are becoming.
Experiencing trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, or depression can feel overwhelming and isolating. Taking this first step toward seeking support is an act of courage, and I deeply honor the strength it takes to begin this journey. Healing is not about having all the answers; it’s about showing up for yourself, one step at a time. Together, we can explore your story, gently work through emotions, and create a path toward greater peace and fulfillment. My own journey of navigating two cultures, born in Mexico and raised in Washington State, shaped my passion for helping others feel seen, understood, and supported.
Experiencing trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, or depression can feel overwhelming and isolating. Taking this first step toward seeking support is an act of courage, and I deeply honor the strength it takes to begin this journey. Healing is not about having all the answers; it’s about showing up for yourself, one step at a time. Together, we can explore your story, gently work through emotions, and create a path toward greater peace and fulfillment. My own journey of navigating two cultures, born in Mexico and raised in Washington State, shaped my passion for helping others feel seen, understood, and supported.
I am proud to be a bicultural Spanish speaker and have extensive experience working with Latino and immigrant populations.
Do you wonder why you always seem to run into the same problems in relationships? Do you feel like you have it together in other areas but tend to struggle when it comes to your love life? Some common problems are: feeling like you struggle to get the love you deserve, feeling smothered or suffocated, chronic conflict like arguing and yelling that never seem to resolve, or a sense of distance and coldness in the relationship. Whether you're seeking support as a couple, single, or partnered individual, I can help you understand and change your relationship patterns.
I am proud to be a bicultural Spanish speaker and have extensive experience working with Latino and immigrant populations.
Do you wonder why you always seem to run into the same problems in relationships? Do you feel like you have it together in other areas but tend to struggle when it comes to your love life? Some common problems are: feeling like you struggle to get the love you deserve, feeling smothered or suffocated, chronic conflict like arguing and yelling that never seem to resolve, or a sense of distance and coldness in the relationship. Whether you're seeking support as a couple, single, or partnered individual, I can help you understand and change your relationship patterns.
A client may feel most connected to people who appear capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed or exhausted internally. They may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or the impact of past experiences and want relief, clarity, and steadiness. Often, they’re looking for a space where they can be honest, feel supported, and not have to navigate things alone.
A client may feel most connected to people who appear capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed or exhausted internally. They may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or the impact of past experiences and want relief, clarity, and steadiness. Often, they’re looking for a space where they can be honest, feel supported, and not have to navigate things alone.
Success, Yet Unseen: You've built a life others envy—the career, the achievements, the non-stop drive—but beneath that success, you feel exhausted, isolated, and trapped by the pressure to perform. The truth is, your need to constantly achieve is often anchored to a past of moderate to severe trauma (loss, pressure, abuse). You worry: If I stop performing, who am I? The conventional methods haven't worked because they treat the mind as separate from the body and relationships. You're not looking for a temporary fix; you're looking for profound, systemic change. You know too much to settle for less. It's time to break the cycle.
Success, Yet Unseen: You've built a life others envy—the career, the achievements, the non-stop drive—but beneath that success, you feel exhausted, isolated, and trapped by the pressure to perform. The truth is, your need to constantly achieve is often anchored to a past of moderate to severe trauma (loss, pressure, abuse). You worry: If I stop performing, who am I? The conventional methods haven't worked because they treat the mind as separate from the body and relationships. You're not looking for a temporary fix; you're looking for profound, systemic change. You know too much to settle for less. It's time to break the cycle.
Julianna Astaire (Buckmiller)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CMHS, CCTP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients from a strengths-based perspective, focusing on resilience development and a collaborative process. I take into consideration where the child or adolescent is truly at and what is going to best engage them—be it artistic expression, play therapy, narrative therapy, creative writing/journaling, or more structured interventions. I focus on the fulfilled development of the whole individual, taking into account a systems approach, intersectionality, and developmental psychology. My approach is deeply rooted in attachment theory; focusing on developing a healthy bond to better facilitate trust and overall growth.
I work with clients from a strengths-based perspective, focusing on resilience development and a collaborative process. I take into consideration where the child or adolescent is truly at and what is going to best engage them—be it artistic expression, play therapy, narrative therapy, creative writing/journaling, or more structured interventions. I focus on the fulfilled development of the whole individual, taking into account a systems approach, intersectionality, and developmental psychology. My approach is deeply rooted in attachment theory; focusing on developing a healthy bond to better facilitate trust and overall growth.
You might be here because you struggle with a new diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood, maybe you can’t imagine a life without anxiety and find you question yourself, maybe you have had a difficult time understanding what you feel because things feel overwhelming. I often work with clients who experience the world deeply and find themselves feeling emotionally lonely. I work with folks to love these parts of themselves and lean into their authentic, wonderful selves.
You might be here because you struggle with a new diagnosis of ADHD in adulthood, maybe you can’t imagine a life without anxiety and find you question yourself, maybe you have had a difficult time understanding what you feel because things feel overwhelming. I often work with clients who experience the world deeply and find themselves feeling emotionally lonely. I work with folks to love these parts of themselves and lean into their authentic, wonderful selves.
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
Hola! Starting therapy is a big step, I am glad you’re taking this step with me. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, genuine and inclusive place for you to speak your own narrative. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences worthy of being heard. If you are currently experiencing challenging times, I am here to help you cope, grow and reach your full potential. Together, we can explore what overwhelms, disempowers and makes you feel unsafe. I will encourage you to be curious about yourself, find balance and empower your authentic being.
I offer both individual therapy and immigration evaluations.
Healing is not linear and it's different for everyone. If you have tried therapy in the past and did not connect with your therapist, feeling invalidated and broken, I might be a good fit for you. If you have been looking for a BIPOC, bilingual therapist, I hope you will reach out to talk. My approach is viewing behaviors through a compassionate lens and with cultural humility. I never want someone to feel invalidated or shut down by their therapist which is why my approach is a gentle yet direct one. We'll explore your life with curiosity, compassion, and creativity.
I offer both individual therapy and immigration evaluations.
Healing is not linear and it's different for everyone. If you have tried therapy in the past and did not connect with your therapist, feeling invalidated and broken, I might be a good fit for you. If you have been looking for a BIPOC, bilingual therapist, I hope you will reach out to talk. My approach is viewing behaviors through a compassionate lens and with cultural humility. I never want someone to feel invalidated or shut down by their therapist which is why my approach is a gentle yet direct one. We'll explore your life with curiosity, compassion, and creativity.
All humans have the capacity for hope, healing, and happiness. I have devoted my life to being a therapist that will provide a safe space for clients to venture through this process with unconditional authenticity and support. As a therapist I commit to providing you with the individual, personalized healing space that you deserve.
All humans have the capacity for hope, healing, and happiness. I have devoted my life to being a therapist that will provide a safe space for clients to venture through this process with unconditional authenticity and support. As a therapist I commit to providing you with the individual, personalized healing space that you deserve.
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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.