Hispanic and Latino Therapists in Ocoee, FL
![Photo of Jenelle P Coolidge, MS, LMHC, CCTP-II, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52161f40-56ba-4d08-abcb-e25ed556d3aa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling with body image and feel like you have an internal battle that no one can see? Do you sometimes feel like you are "stuck" emotionally and need help to keep moving forward. It is difficult to feel seen and understood when struggling with an eating disorder and when struggling with the pain of past traumas. My work with eating disorders and body image is conducted through a Health at Every Size (HAES) lens that provides a safe growing environment to heal.
Are you struggling with body image and feel like you have an internal battle that no one can see? Do you sometimes feel like you are "stuck" emotionally and need help to keep moving forward. It is difficult to feel seen and understood when struggling with an eating disorder and when struggling with the pain of past traumas. My work with eating disorders and body image is conducted through a Health at Every Size (HAES) lens that provides a safe growing environment to heal.
![Photo of Ivette Vega, MEd, LMHC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0b02991f-a1dd-4d5c-9f81-1429efc016d6/1/320x400.jpeg)
I provide virtual telehealth sessions with a direct, empathic and non-judgmental approach for anxiety, identity, depression, or relationship issues. With 8+ years in CBT and generational trauma, I offer a holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit. Guided by faith, I am passionate about advocating for mental health. Virtual sessions may include activities, exercises or therapeutic HomeWorks. Together, we'll create a personalized plan that’s will help you on the path of healing. No insurance? No problem. I offer sliding scale fees and flexible scheduling weekdays. Uncertain about co-pays? Let's verify together :)
I provide virtual telehealth sessions with a direct, empathic and non-judgmental approach for anxiety, identity, depression, or relationship issues. With 8+ years in CBT and generational trauma, I offer a holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit. Guided by faith, I am passionate about advocating for mental health. Virtual sessions may include activities, exercises or therapeutic HomeWorks. Together, we'll create a personalized plan that’s will help you on the path of healing. No insurance? No problem. I offer sliding scale fees and flexible scheduling weekdays. Uncertain about co-pays? Let's verify together :)
![Photo of Fransheska M Cardona-Leon, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7975604f-2b67-4e14-a94d-488f5a3dfae5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Fransheska M Cardona-Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocoee, FL 34761
Waitlist for new clients
Let’s face it, life can be chaotic. Do you find yourself reliving stressful situations over and over again? Do you struggle with confidence or self-esteem? Or maybe you feel overwhelmed with difficult feelings? “These problems are more common than you think, and I invite you to reach out to me to begin your work on these trials and turbulences.”
Let’s face it, life can be chaotic. Do you find yourself reliving stressful situations over and over again? Do you struggle with confidence or self-esteem? Or maybe you feel overwhelmed with difficult feelings? “These problems are more common than you think, and I invite you to reach out to me to begin your work on these trials and turbulences.”
![Photo of Lynne R Kelly, MS, LMHC, LPC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac4144bd-0058-4ff4-876b-ae4d85e95b67/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lynne Kelly (MHC), Founder and Principal of THJ, takes pride in serving clients from a diverse range of backgrounds, encouraging them to authentically express themselves without fear, judgement, or shame. With over 10 years of experience in the field, her caring, dynamic, and therapeutic approaches thoughtfully connect the mind, body, and spirit for a rewarding, life-changing experience.
Lynne Kelly (MHC), Founder and Principal of THJ, takes pride in serving clients from a diverse range of backgrounds, encouraging them to authentically express themselves without fear, judgement, or shame. With over 10 years of experience in the field, her caring, dynamic, and therapeutic approaches thoughtfully connect the mind, body, and spirit for a rewarding, life-changing experience.
![Photo of Parker L Mott Psy.D., PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d912e4a1-e37c-4120-b891-9283a6569fea/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Mott is a Licensed Psychologist at Counseling & Psychological Services of Central Florida which is located near downtown Winter Garden. He aims to make counseling an effective and comfortable process while treating every person with dignity and respect. The relationship between the client and therapist is one of the most important factors in successful therapy; therefore, Dr. Mott works with the individual to establish a client-centered approach which places the individual's goals and needs at the forefront of treatment.
Dr. Mott is a Licensed Psychologist at Counseling & Psychological Services of Central Florida which is located near downtown Winter Garden. He aims to make counseling an effective and comfortable process while treating every person with dignity and respect. The relationship between the client and therapist is one of the most important factors in successful therapy; therefore, Dr. Mott works with the individual to establish a client-centered approach which places the individual's goals and needs at the forefront of treatment.
![Photo of Daisy Y. Román, MS, EdS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/475d191c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a therapeutic counselor, I bring a holistic approach to explore client's beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns to reveal client's resilience and improve coping skills in areas such as: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, Relationships, Parenting skills, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). As a psychotherapist, I practice a client centered therapeutic approach, including, Faith Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT), and Motivational Interviewing Theory.
As a therapeutic counselor, I bring a holistic approach to explore client's beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns to reveal client's resilience and improve coping skills in areas such as: Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, Relationships, Parenting skills, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). As a psychotherapist, I practice a client centered therapeutic approach, including, Faith Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT), and Motivational Interviewing Theory.
![Photo of Alyssa Steckler, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/73b635ac-1bdb-4e2e-bb99-4eb0516c09ac/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Steckler has experience working with concerns related to adjustment, anxiety, depression, romantic relationship difficulties, grief and trauma. She has a background working with concerns specific to the female life cycle, such as perinatal and post-partum mood disorders. Dr. Steckler also specializes in working with the LGBTQ+ community and identity related concerns.
Dr. Steckler has experience working with concerns related to adjustment, anxiety, depression, romantic relationship difficulties, grief and trauma. She has a background working with concerns specific to the female life cycle, such as perinatal and post-partum mood disorders. Dr. Steckler also specializes in working with the LGBTQ+ community and identity related concerns.
![Photo of Alyssa Ramdihal, PsyD, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/febe2211-1f13-4b5a-a3f9-8759a4a41746/2/320x400.jpeg)
Alyssa believes that an important component of mental health is learning and understanding one's experiences, emotions, and styles of coping. Through a cyclical psychodynamic approach, she is able to address a client’s needs through the utilization of Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Family Systems Therapy. She also practices from a culturally informed perspective and is an advocate for particularly marginalized communities. She understands that navigating one's mental health is not an easy task. Her goal is to help you process where you are in your mental health journey and allow you to achieve your ideal mental wellness.
Alyssa believes that an important component of mental health is learning and understanding one's experiences, emotions, and styles of coping. Through a cyclical psychodynamic approach, she is able to address a client’s needs through the utilization of Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Family Systems Therapy. She also practices from a culturally informed perspective and is an advocate for particularly marginalized communities. She understands that navigating one's mental health is not an easy task. Her goal is to help you process where you are in your mental health journey and allow you to achieve your ideal mental wellness.
![Photo of Carolina Zuluaga, PsyD, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4653ddcd-e4c0-4215-ad3e-89692fef8822/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Zuluaga believes a treatment approach should best suit the client. Therefore, she employs an integrative approach that draws on cognitive-behavioral, family systems, interpersonal, and solution-focused approaches. While also considering her clients’ cultural views and values. Within this diverse approach, she emphasizes integrating common or core factors in psychotherapy. These factors include fostering a strong therapeutic alliance, instilling hope, facilitating emotional processing, and cultivating positive expectations for change.
Dr. Zuluaga believes a treatment approach should best suit the client. Therefore, she employs an integrative approach that draws on cognitive-behavioral, family systems, interpersonal, and solution-focused approaches. While also considering her clients’ cultural views and values. Within this diverse approach, she emphasizes integrating common or core factors in psychotherapy. These factors include fostering a strong therapeutic alliance, instilling hope, facilitating emotional processing, and cultivating positive expectations for change.
![Photo of Monica Susan Camacho, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f231bf47-f50c-4ffd-9ab1-080d735fd57c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Monica Susan Camacho, a plus-size, BIPOC, neurodivergent therapist, offers DBT, solution-focused therapy and trauma-informed therapy for ages 5 to 40. Specializing in life transitions, bipolar disorder, trauma, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating, Monica fosters a judgment-free, validating space. Breaking traditional rules, she self-discloses to provide encouragement and validation. Believing in continual growth, Monica supports marginalized communities and emphasizes that healing is nonlinear. Reach out to Monica for empathetic support on your healing journey.
Monica Susan Camacho, a plus-size, BIPOC, neurodivergent therapist, offers DBT, solution-focused therapy and trauma-informed therapy for ages 5 to 40. Specializing in life transitions, bipolar disorder, trauma, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating, Monica fosters a judgment-free, validating space. Breaking traditional rules, she self-discloses to provide encouragement and validation. Believing in continual growth, Monica supports marginalized communities and emphasizes that healing is nonlinear. Reach out to Monica for empathetic support on your healing journey.
![Photo of Julia Sharp - Charis Counseling Center, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/db105b13-da8b-4503-b696-b4b1061fbb64/2/320x400.jpeg)
Charis Counseling Center has been providing expert counseling in the central Florida area since its inception in 2000. Charis offers the services of trained professionals who provide comfort and hope as they guide you toward overcoming obstacles and experiencing the authentic, abundant life. We also provide psychiatric medical management quickly and efficiently.
Charis Counseling Center has been providing expert counseling in the central Florida area since its inception in 2000. Charis offers the services of trained professionals who provide comfort and hope as they guide you toward overcoming obstacles and experiencing the authentic, abundant life. We also provide psychiatric medical management quickly and efficiently.
![Photo of Lainy I. Peralta, MS, LMHC, EMDR, TF-CBT, QS](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c24df156-bef2-4ee6-ab2d-4f7e7e1092d5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lainy I. Peralta
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, EMDR, TF-CBT, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocoee, FL 34761
It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and stressed out at times. You may experience anxiety, depression, loneliness, and low self-esteem, and that's okay. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and it's empowering to know that you have the ability to take charge of your life and become the person you aspire to be. Your past does not define you; you're not alone if you've experienced a traumatic event or are struggling mentally. Together, we can work towards achieving healing and peace. Are you ready to take that first step? My name is Lainy Peralta, and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I'm only a phone call away!
It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and stressed out at times. You may experience anxiety, depression, loneliness, and low self-esteem, and that's okay. Seeking help is a sign of strength, and it's empowering to know that you have the ability to take charge of your life and become the person you aspire to be. Your past does not define you; you're not alone if you've experienced a traumatic event or are struggling mentally. Together, we can work towards achieving healing and peace. Are you ready to take that first step? My name is Lainy Peralta, and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I'm only a phone call away!
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![Photo of Erika Mora, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/22177813-5a94-4b59-857a-a42fc76ff99d/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am also particularly interested on working with immigrant Hispanic families; I believe that my personal experience aids the therapeutic process as I am aware of differences regarding language, culture, and family structures.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with extensive experience treating trauma, disrupted childhood attachment, anxiety, and depression in school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults. I believe that the road to healing requires support, acceptance, and trust; therefore, I strive to provide a safe and collaborative environment where my clients feel free to explore their thoughts and emotions. My goal is to help and guide my clients and their families while providing extensive feedback, psychoeducation, and therapy.
I am also particularly interested on working with immigrant Hispanic families; I believe that my personal experience aids the therapeutic process as I am aware of differences regarding language, culture, and family structures.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with extensive experience treating trauma, disrupted childhood attachment, anxiety, and depression in school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults. I believe that the road to healing requires support, acceptance, and trust; therefore, I strive to provide a safe and collaborative environment where my clients feel free to explore their thoughts and emotions. My goal is to help and guide my clients and their families while providing extensive feedback, psychoeducation, and therapy.
![Photo of Nancy Alonzo, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/022ea414-f254-45ac-996f-872bf750b6ad/2/320x400.png)
My ideal clients are middle-aged Hispanic females who are married and have children. They may struggle with disturbed sleep, excessive worry, feeling overwhelmed, lack of motivation, trouble concentrating, and feeling under-appreciated. They are experiencing difficulties "juggling" their roles at home, work, and parenting responsibilities. They have expressed a desire to feel "normal" and "efficient", and to be a "good mother, spouse and employee." The end goal would be a reduction of anxiety and depression symptoms, returning to a normal level of function, practicing self-care, and enhancing time management skills.
My ideal clients are middle-aged Hispanic females who are married and have children. They may struggle with disturbed sleep, excessive worry, feeling overwhelmed, lack of motivation, trouble concentrating, and feeling under-appreciated. They are experiencing difficulties "juggling" their roles at home, work, and parenting responsibilities. They have expressed a desire to feel "normal" and "efficient", and to be a "good mother, spouse and employee." The end goal would be a reduction of anxiety and depression symptoms, returning to a normal level of function, practicing self-care, and enhancing time management skills.
![Photo of Cecilia Baez, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/08804a91-dd1d-4be4-ad34-9df9edac7c0b/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a member of both the Hispanic and European cultures, I am especially passionate about providing a supportive environment for each client, helping to break down the stigmas associated with mental health in our community.
My name is Cecilia Baez and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) located in Florida. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have over 15 years of experience and a strong background in addressing parenting and family concerns, as well as assisting children and adolescents dealing with behavioral issues, defiance, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and stress. In addition, I have experience working with individuals who face depression, anxiety, domestic violence, emotional distress, isolation, grief, self-harm, and interpersonal relationship challenges.
As a member of both the Hispanic and European cultures, I am especially passionate about providing a supportive environment for each client, helping to break down the stigmas associated with mental health in our community.
My name is Cecilia Baez and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) located in Florida. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have over 15 years of experience and a strong background in addressing parenting and family concerns, as well as assisting children and adolescents dealing with behavioral issues, defiance, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and stress. In addition, I have experience working with individuals who face depression, anxiety, domestic violence, emotional distress, isolation, grief, self-harm, and interpersonal relationship challenges.
![Photo of Mindful-Latinx Llc -Lorieann Heredia-Solano, MA, LMHC, ADHD, -CCSP, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/178190f0-87eb-42d7-8e6b-066c4040e659/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mindful-Latinx Llc -Lorieann Heredia-Solano
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ADHD, -CCSP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32801 (Online Only)
I love working with Hispanic-Latinx families by teaching them to break historical/generational trauma, emotional regulation, healthy boundaries and assertive communication skills.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor from Puerto Rico who practices in Florida, USA. My journey in the field of mental health began with my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Psychology from The Inter-American University of Puerto Rico. I have further honed my ADHD-certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) skills and hold certifications in Mindfulness and Positive Psychology. While my primary language is Spanish, I'm also fluent in English, ensuring effective communication with a diverse clientele.
I love working with Hispanic-Latinx families by teaching them to break historical/generational trauma, emotional regulation, healthy boundaries and assertive communication skills.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor from Puerto Rico who practices in Florida, USA. My journey in the field of mental health began with my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Psychology from The Inter-American University of Puerto Rico. I have further honed my ADHD-certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) skills and hold certifications in Mindfulness and Positive Psychology. While my primary language is Spanish, I'm also fluent in English, ensuring effective communication with a diverse clientele.
![Photo of Habibi E Feliciano Perez - Calming Tides Therapy LLC, LCSW, MSW, RSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ae102c5c-65c4-4141-9b9f-cf669bcdb12d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Calming Tides Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32803 (Online Only)
As a member of the LGBTQ+, Arab, and LatinX communities, I bring lived experience, compassion and understanding to the work.
Reaching out for support isn't always easy, especially for us vulnerable and marginalized communities who have been silenced, erased and devalued. Do you find yourself having challenges coping with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationships, identity and sense of self? Do you find past trauma resurfacing? Do you want to find new ways to cope and build self-esteem? I will provide you with a compassionate and nurturing environment, so together we can explore new areas of yourself and life through a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and anti-oppressive perspective.
As a member of the LGBTQ+, Arab, and LatinX communities, I bring lived experience, compassion and understanding to the work.
Reaching out for support isn't always easy, especially for us vulnerable and marginalized communities who have been silenced, erased and devalued. Do you find yourself having challenges coping with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationships, identity and sense of self? Do you find past trauma resurfacing? Do you want to find new ways to cope and build self-esteem? I will provide you with a compassionate and nurturing environment, so together we can explore new areas of yourself and life through a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and anti-oppressive perspective.
![Photo of Guadalupe Luis, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e5f0f0ff-301b-4637-9882-9acaaa3c43b2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Guadalupe Luis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orlando, FL 32805 (Online Only)
I believe therapy should be a dynamic process enhanced by a genuine and transparent client-therapist relationship. I’m a Latinx clinician with over 10 years of experience treating adults and seniors. I specialize in women issues, depression, anxiety, veterans and military lifestyle issues as well as supporting clients through life transitions and chronic illnesses. I adopt a solution-focused therapeutic model while maintaining a client-centered philosophy.
I believe therapy should be a dynamic process enhanced by a genuine and transparent client-therapist relationship. I’m a Latinx clinician with over 10 years of experience treating adults and seniors. I specialize in women issues, depression, anxiety, veterans and military lifestyle issues as well as supporting clients through life transitions and chronic illnesses. I adopt a solution-focused therapeutic model while maintaining a client-centered philosophy.
![Photo of Dr. Airely Jimenez, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e9a3cb37-d4c4-41d4-9e19-9a5f4f3ac55b/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Florida-licensed psychologist born and raised in Cuba and focus on providing individual psychotherapy tailored to Hispanic/Latina women aged 30 and older.
Are you exhausted from catering to other people's needs—your family, partners, friends, and colleagues while neglecting your own—but unsure how to change? Even though you’re left feeling angry, you may suppress those feelings. You may feel guilty when you prioritize your needs. Maybe you were taught that love is conditional—something you earn only if you perform well and meet high standards. Relaxing and taking time to enjoy life is very difficult for you. You may feel sad about all the sacrifices you’ve made along the way, like putting satisfying relationships and your happiness and health on the back burner.
I am a Florida-licensed psychologist born and raised in Cuba and focus on providing individual psychotherapy tailored to Hispanic/Latina women aged 30 and older.
Are you exhausted from catering to other people's needs—your family, partners, friends, and colleagues while neglecting your own—but unsure how to change? Even though you’re left feeling angry, you may suppress those feelings. You may feel guilty when you prioritize your needs. Maybe you were taught that love is conditional—something you earn only if you perform well and meet high standards. Relaxing and taking time to enjoy life is very difficult for you. You may feel sad about all the sacrifices you’ve made along the way, like putting satisfying relationships and your happiness and health on the back burner.
![Photo of Michella Aken, MFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/074938a7-abe3-49c0-bc46-115e382f09ab/2/320x400.jpeg)
Michella Aken
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orlando, FL 32819 (Online Only)
Especially couples in which one of the partners have Hispanic or Latino cultural backgrounds.
Michella creates a collaborative therapy experience, in a safe, non- judgmental environment, for clients to strengthen the quality of their relationships and to be able to live healthy sexuality in their lives. Michella believes that thriving relationships have honest and respectful communication with great shared intimacy emotionally and physically. Michella (she/her) has her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University and she provides her therapy through Philadelphia Institute for Individual, Relational, & Sex Therapy - PhIIRST. Michella is originally from Brazil, being fluent in Portuguese.
Especially couples in which one of the partners have Hispanic or Latino cultural backgrounds.
Michella creates a collaborative therapy experience, in a safe, non- judgmental environment, for clients to strengthen the quality of their relationships and to be able to live healthy sexuality in their lives. Michella believes that thriving relationships have honest and respectful communication with great shared intimacy emotionally and physically. Michella (she/her) has her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University and she provides her therapy through Philadelphia Institute for Individual, Relational, & Sex Therapy - PhIIRST. Michella is originally from Brazil, being fluent in Portuguese.
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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.