San Jose
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Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
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Yesenia Perez

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC (she, her)

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1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95110
(323) 991-7450
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Helping first-gen Latina moms carry less, feel more, and reconnect with themselves (and their partners). You’ve probably been the strong one your whole life—the one who figures it out, keeps it together, and makes sure everyone else is okay. But lately, being “the one who handles it all” feels heavy. Between motherhood, marriage, and family expectations, you may notice you’re running on autopilot: overthinking, exhausted, resentful, or just checked out. I help first-generation Latina moms like you slow down, reconnect with your emotions, and build relationships that feel mutual and supportive—without losing the parts of you that
I specialize in helping first-gen Latinas break free from cycles of over-functioning, silence, and self-neglect. Through weekly therapy sessions (all virtual), we work on boundaries, generational healing, and learning how to rest — without guilt. First gen identity and parent daughter dynamics, guilt free boundaries and redefining rest for cycle-breakers.
Café de Olla Therapy was born from the warmth of my abuelo’s kitchen, where cafecito came with stories, love, and unspoken healing. I bring that same comfort into my sessions. If you're craving a therapist who gets the unspoken parts of being a first-gen Latina — we’re a match.
Take the first step to help. Call or Yesenia Perez now - (323) 991-7450

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Jose, CA 95110

(323) 991-7450

Commerce, CA 90022

Therapy doesn't have to feel like another chore. Let's create a space that's yours-where you don't have to explain yourself. Email/ call now
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (323) 991-7450
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Jose, CA 95110

(323) 991-7450

Commerce, CA 90022

Therapy doesn't have to feel like another chore. Let's create a space that's yours-where you don't have to explain yourself. Email/ call now
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (323) 991-7450
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Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (323) 991-7450

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 93993 Yesenia Perez

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended UCLA and Cal State Long Beach, MSW, BA in Psychology
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I am a first gen Latina, a mom of two littles, daughter of immigrant farm-working parents and specialize in helping other first gen moms
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Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450
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I am a first gen Latina, a mom of two littles, daughter of immigrant farm-working parents and specialize in helping other first gen moms
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • intergenerational and family trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Ok mujer I know you learned to cope this way because you had to, because your family needs you to be ok all the time. But it's not working. Let's figure out when/where those issues really began and help you heal from the past so you can thrive in the present. You will learn tools that you can implement today and begin your journey to feeling better overall.
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450
"
Ok mujer I know you learned to cope this way because you had to, because your family needs you to be ok all the time. But it's not working. Let's figure out when/where those issues really began and help you heal from the past so you can thrive in the present. You will learn tools that you can implement today and begin your journey to feeling better overall.
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Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450

Endorsement

Mary G Sanchez
Mary G Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Yesenia is a one of a kind Latina Therapist. She gets it ! Therapy just feels different when you can connect with someone of your own culture. Whether it's talking about intergenerational trauma or feeling stuck, guilty, she got you!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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In therapy with me you can experience Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. You can tell me what is going on for you using a recent example and I will help you trace it back to when this issue began for you. We will work through this issue until you feel better and it doesn't feel bad anymore.
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450
"
In therapy with me you can experience Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. You can tell me what is going on for you using a recent example and I will help you trace it back to when this issue began for you. We will work through this issue until you feel better and it doesn't feel bad anymore.
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
or call with questions - (323) 991-7450

Location

Primary Location

San Jose, CA 95110

(323) 991-7450

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Commerce, CA 90022

(323) 991-7450

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Therapy doesn't have to feel like another chore. Let's create a space that's yours-where you don't have to explain yourself. Email/ call now
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (323) 991-7450
"
Therapy doesn't have to feel like another chore. Let's create a space that's yours-where you don't have to explain yourself. Email/ call now
Photo of Yesenia Perez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Yesenia Perez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (323) 991-7450