Is bilingual therapy effective for trauma and anxiety?

Yes. Working in the language a memory was first stored in often reaches material that English-only therapy has trouble touching. This is especially true for early childhood, family, and cultural material.

Where is Flor licensed to practice?

Flor Villagran, LCSW, is licensed in New York, Utah, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. She works with adult clients located in those states by secure telehealth.

How do I book a first session?

Use the Contact page to send a short, non-clinical note. Flor replies within two business days to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.

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Finding a Bilingual Spanish-Speaking Therapist for Trauma and Anxiety

By Flor Villagran, LCSWJuly 28, 20268 min read

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No. Many clients move between English and Spanish inside a single session. A bilingual therapist follows the language your nervous system is using in the moment — not a rule about which one you 'should' speak.

About the author

Flor Villagran, LCSW

Flor is a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist working with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, and identity.

Flor is licensed in New York, Utah, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts and works with clients located there.

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Finding a Bilingual Spanish-Speaking Therapist for Trauma and Anxiety

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Flor Villagran, LCSW

Therapy for trauma and anxiety, in English and Spanish, for clients in New York, Utah, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts.

Coming back starts here.

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Do I need to speak only Spanish to work with a bilingual therapist?

Is bilingual therapy effective for trauma and anxiety?

Where is Flor licensed to practice?

How do I book a first session?

Flor Villagran, LCSW

Therapy for trauma and anxiety, in English and Spanish, for clients in New York, Utah, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts.

Coming back starts here.