Find Spanish-speaking Therapists & Counselors in San Luis Obispo, CA.

 

A language barrier can make it impossible to communicate effectively, thwarting your therapy experience from the start. Good communication between you and your therapist is key to success in therapy.

If Spanish is your native language and you feel most comfortable expressing yourself in that language, you should seek therapy from a bilingual therapist or a Spanish-speaking therapist. Whether you are located in downtown San Luis Obispo, the suburbs of San Luis Obispo, other nearby places such as Lompoc, Hanford, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Ways a Language Barrier Can Hinder Therapy

Here are several ways that a language barrier can decrease the effectiveness of therapy and counseling:

  • It can cause a misdiagnosis based on an insufficient understanding of your symptoms.
  • Your therapist may misunderstand statements or cultural factors important to your health.
  • Without good communication, you may not fully understand the therapist’s treatment plan.

Due to the above reasons, it’s in your best interest to see a therapist who speaks your native language. We also encourage you to read licensed therapist Meredith Walker’s article to learn about additional things to consider when choosing a therapist.

See a Therapist Who Speaks Your Native Language Today!

Licensed Spanish-speaking therapists are available to get to know you, pinpoint your issues, and create a plan to get you on track toward a happier life. With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified bilingual therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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I specialize in multiple therapeutic modalities, including CBT, EMDR, and group therapy. My approach is integrative, tailored to your unique needs. Fluent in Spanish, I bring a multicultural perspective.

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Together we explore life experiences that are holding you back to help you identify the life you want to experience. We will work together to develop new skills to help you regulate your emotions and live in the present moment.

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I am trained in somatic approaches this means we will work on building a relationship between your mind and body. This may look like exploring sensations to learn when emotions are expressing themselves to help you develop skills to bring balance.

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  • Depression
  • Empowering Women
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Identify your therapy goals, work on helping you face barriers or stressors impacting your emotional wellness. The relationship you hold with yourself is important and having the right therapist to help you navigate to your healing is my focus.


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Identify your therapy goals, work on helping you face barriers or stressors impacting your emotional wellness. The relationship you hold with yourself is important and having the right therapist to help you navigate to your healing is my focus.

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Therapy is not a one size fits all approach. We will work on what’s important to you, explore and identify underlying causes of your concern. I also appreciate when clients leave the visit with a new strategy or skill to use in between visits.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
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process trauma that may be keeping you stuck in old patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can expect to feel relief from guilt, shame and self-hatred, and more in confident in your ability to manage your emotions


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process trauma that may be keeping you stuck in old patterns of thoughts and behaviors. You can expect to feel relief from guilt, shame and self-hatred, and more in confident in your ability to manage your emotions

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I am certified in EMDR therapy, which involves thinking about painful memory while focusing on tapping, eye movements or other types of bilateral stimulation. I have advanced training in complex PTSD and dissociation.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Borderline Personality
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Weprovide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. Some of our specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, marital conflicts, trauma, intersecting identities, and LGBTQIA+ related issues


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Weprovide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. Some of our specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, marital conflicts, trauma, intersecting identities, and LGBTQIA+ related issues

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Therapists in my group practice come from a warm and compassionate place. We meet you where you are. Your experience is unique and should be treated as such.

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  • Grief
  • Hispanics
  • Latinos
  • LGBTQ+
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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