Meet Our Bilingual Therapists in California, New York & Nevada
Our bilingual therapists in California are here to support you in the language and cultural context that feels most comfortable to you.
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CEO & Founder
Dr. Laura Escalona Barragan
As one of our bilingual therapists in California with over 15 years of experience, Dr. Laura deeply understands how stress, trauma, and life transitions can weigh on your emotional wellbeing. She empowers women and individuals to move from feeling overwhelmed or stuck to gaining clarity, resilience, and hope. Using Brainspotting and EMDR, she creates a safe, affirming environment where clients can process painful memories, reduce emotional distress, and build the skills needed for lasting change. Curious how these approaches work? Our guides to EMDR therapy and Brainspotting explain what to expect.
License
LCSW
California #28612
New York #098951
Nevada #11820-C
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2016, PsyD
The University of Southern California, 2007, MSW
Mount St. Mary's University, 2003, BA
Languages
English, Spanish
Office
Valencia with Telehealth availability in CA, NY, NV
✓ Accepting Patients
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker
Giselle Ortiz, ASW
Supervised by Dr. Laura Escalona Barragan LCSW #28612
Giselle is one of our bilingual therapists in California, committed to helping individuals – children to adults – navigate confusion, fear, and uncertainty with clarity and purpose. Utilizing CBT and DBT tools, she supports clients in identifying behaviors that hold them back and in building practical skills for emotional regulation, confidence, and connection. Her style is encouraging, supportive, and non‑judgmental, designed to help every client feel seen, understood, and empowered.
License
ACSW
#129631
Education
UMass Global, 2023, MSW
Touro University Worldwide, 2018, BSW
Languages
English, Spanish
Office
Valencia with Telehealth availability in CA
✓ Accepting Patients
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Lisa Kappaz, LCSW
Lisa brings decades of experience working with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, and postpartum adjustment. She understands how overwhelming change and emotional imbalance can feel, and works with clients to develop coping strategies that increase stability, insight, and self‑efficacy. Lisa’s approach blends DBT and CBT techniques tailored to where you are in your personal journey.
License
LCSW
#14812
Education
New York University School of Social Work, 1977, BSW, MSW
Languages
English
Office
Telehealth availability only in CA
✓ Accepting Patients
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Lesley Gomez, LCSW
Lesley is one of our bilingual therapists in California, skilled in working with individuals and young adults from diverse, underserved communities experiencing emotional strain, identity challenges, or trauma. She emphasizes building trust, understanding emotional patterns, and developing healthy coping skills. Lesley’s supportive style helps clients move from feeling overwhelmed or stuck to discovering strength, purpose, and self‑compassion.
License
LCSW
#120535
Education
Cal State University, Los Angeles, 2020, MSW
Humboldt State University, 2018, BA, Criminology & Justice Studies
Languages
English, Spanish
Office
Valencia with Telehealth availability in CA
✓ Accepting Patients
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Cesar Espinoza, LCSW
Cesar, one of our bilingual therapists in California, combines his background in forensic social work with trauma‑informed care to help clients address complex emotional and relational challenges. He understands how life stress, past wounds, and communication barriers can impact your sense of safety and well‑being. With an integrative approach that includes CBT, MI, and DBT, Cesar guides clients toward greater clarity, self‑trust, and emotional balance, fostering confidence and meaningful progress.
License
LCSW
#325482
Education
Cal State University, Northridge, 2020, MSW
Cal State University, Los Angeles, 2017, BS, Criminal Justice
Languages
English, Spanish
Office
Valencia with Telehealth availability in CA
✓ Accepting Patients
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Sara Hernandez, LCSW
Sara brings warmth, empathy, and deep compassion to her work with teens, adults, and families facing everyday stressors and systemic challenges. She helps clients make sense of emotional pain, from anxiety and identity issues, to interpersonal struggles, and invites them into a therapeutic process that promotes empowerment, choice, and self‑confidence. Sara’s strengths‑based approach emphasizes collaboration, self‑expression, and resilience.
License
LCSW
#118095
Education
Cal State University, Northridge, 2019, MSW
Cal State University, Northridge, 2013, BA, Psychology
Languages
English
Office
Valencia with Telehealth availability in CA
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Our bilingual therapists in California are here to help you navigate stress, heal from trauma, and build emotional strength in a supportive environment tailored to your needs. Not sure who on our team is the right fit? Our guide to what kind of therapist you need walks through the options. If you served, you can also read how we approach therapy for veterans.