Hispanic / Latino therapists in Isla Vista, California CA
Serving Hispanic / Latino
John Vargas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., AMFT, APCC
Accepting new clients with immediate openings! - Do you have a safe space to talk about how you actually feel? My name is John (he/him/él) and I'm a dually registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). I have experience working with teens' and young adults' mental health. As a Latino therapist, I’m also passionate in working with young men’s mental health such as emotional connections, vulnerability, loneliness, identity, and relationships. I offer telehealth-based (online via video) therapy only for those located in California. I’m in-network with a variety of insurances including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, CenCal, Cigna, First Health, GEHA, Magellan, MHN Health Net, Modern Health, Optum, UC SHIP, and UnitedHealthcare UHC. Feel free to email me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation! Thank you!
Supervised by Jack May, LMFT #94423
3 Years Experience
Serving Hispanic / Latino
Mary Karlan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Work
Are you ready to rediscover living without the burden of emotional distress? I am an experienced, warm, and compassionate clinical social worker with years of experience treating clients with a variety of mental health conditions. I received my social work degree at Fordham University in New York City. My first year of internship was in the public school system working with at-risk teens. During my second year, I worked with couples experiencing infertility and seeking adoption. I did my post-masters training in Couples and Family therapy at Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City. I am a mother and step-mother to nine children and four dogs.
12 Years Experience
Serving Hispanic / Latino
Mercedes Samudio
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, DSW, LCSW
Mercedes Samudio, DSW, LCSW (she/her/hers; residing on Tongva Land), is an esteemed clinical social worker, acclaimed author, sought-after international speaker, and pioneering entrepreneur, with a focus on African American mental health. She collaborates with parents globally to cultivate a nurturing parental identity through her groundbreaking Parental Identity Development Model and her transformative Shame-Proof Parenting approach, aiming to alleviate parental shame while fostering healthy child development. With expertise in trauma-informed practices, Mercedes assists parents in healing from past wounds that may affect their parenting dynamics. Beyond her professional role, Mercedes enjoys life in sunny Southern California with her beloved spouse and their three cherished pets (two cats and a dog). Discover more about her impactful work at shameproofparenting.com.
10 Years Experience
Serving Hispanic / Latino
Dr. LaQuesha Robinson
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
In my practice, I believe that everyone has the inherent strength to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to help you access those strengths. What makes my practice stand out is the personalized, compassionate approach I take with each client, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. I combine evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of human emotions and behavior, creating a supportive environment that promotes healing and growth. My commitment to confidentiality and creating a safe space allows for a trusting therapist-client relationship. Here, you're not just another case; you're a person with a story that deserves to be heard and understood. Together, we'll work not just on coping, but on thriving, helping you to live a more fulfilled and balanced life.
12 Years Experience
Serving Hispanic / Latino
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
I have extensive experience working with various evidence-based modalities as well as alternative and somatic therapies. I currently work at Harbor UCLA as a Clinical Director of a Trauma service and as Associate Professor at UCLA, David Geffen School of Medicine. I am Bilingual in Hebrew and English. Areas of specialization: Mood disorders; anxiety disorders; post traumatic stress disorder; life transition and adjustment issues; bereavement and loss; couple and relationship therapy; Family therapy; Parenting strategies; work related stress. I am also available for lectures, and trainings and certifications (Prolonged Exposure)
22 Years Experience