Multilingual Therapists in South Florida at Broward Therapists
When you’re seeking support for your mental health care, you shouldn’t have to worry if your therapist will understand you. That’s why at Broward Therapists, we’re proud to offer therapy in the most popular languages to the South Florida community, including Spanish, Portuguese, Creole and Russian.
Here at Broward Therapists, if you’re interested in doing therapy in your native language, you’ll be matched with one of our highly trained and specialized therapists.
In our practice, Natalia Cornejo, David Nascimento and Carol Rios Soto offer therapy in Spanish, David Nascimento and Andressa Mauriello offer therapy in Portuguese, Kathy Altidor, Brigitte Cherranfant and Sarah Fleurestil offer therapy in Creole, and Nika Minaeva offers therapy in Russian.
Providing multilingual therapy is imperative. In South Florida, over 44% of the population speaks a second language, with Spanish, Portuguese, Creole and Russian among the most commonly spoken languages. This is why having counselors at Broward Therapists who can communicate fluently in these languages helps create deeper trust, safety and understanding.
The Importance of Language in Therapy
Language is how we communicate, how we show our emotions and our identities. When we speak in our native language, we are able to express ourselves in a way that is deeper and more authentic. This is exponentially important during therapy.
Furthermore, speaking in your native language allows you to have better therapeutic outcomes—meaning your therapy is more effective. In fact, studies have found that it can be twice as efficacious. Because your therapist will understand your lived experiences, culturally sensitive care allows counselors to adapt their therapeutic techniques, which can help you get better care.
It makes perfect sense; expressing complex experiences in a second language can be challenging, and many people feel relieved when they can share their story in the language that feels most natural to them.
Overcoming Barriers to Access
Having multilingual therapy availability also reduces barriers to mental health, expands access to underrepresented communities and helps Broward Therapists continue to meet the needs of the South Florida community.
Therapy sessions conducted in your natural language allow for more direct communication as cultural nuances are understood. Being able to effectively voice your concerns, struggles and experiences also helps you feel more supported, which in turn helps reduce stigma.
By having multilingual therapy options, those who may have avoided therapy due to language barriers feel included and accepted.
Why you should choose Broward Therapists
Broward Therapists understands the profound impact that multilingual therapy has on the South Florida community.
At Broward Therapists, with eight licensed counselors who provide multilingual therapy, you will experience culturally sensitive sessions that will meet your unique needs and wants. Plus, with availability for new clients within five to seven days of their first call, you don’t have to wait for help. When you’re ready, reach out to us and find the support and guidance you’re looking for.