Bilingual therapy for anxious Latinas in New York City, New York.
Find your voice, come home to yourself.
Has this ever happened to you?
You have bicultural whiplash. Navigating two cultures has meant bargaining with two sets of opposing values.
Your Latinx culture prioritizes group harmony, and being of service and agreeable. American culture values independence, being outspoken and taking risks.
No wonder you’re tired.
You feel angry, guilty & stuck.
It’s 6 pm and you’re back home, settling in after a demanding work day.
Your mom’s phone number lights up on your screen and your stomach tightens.
You look up at the ceiling, exhale loudly and answer.
Your cousin needs help filling out a form.
You’ve been filling out forms since you were in junior high school. You’re so tired of this.
Your family doesn’t understand that this form adds to the pile of responsibilities you’re already managing. This is a different kind of work that follows you when you least expect it.
You feel torn. You don’t want your cousin to think you don’t want to help. You worry about how she’ll complete the form, knowing she doesn’t speak English. You don’t want your mother to think you’re cold-hearted.
You grit your teeth.
“Ok. Tell her to meet me on Saturday.”
You feel like you’ve just abandoned yourself to keep the peace — and your reputation. Even worse: these phone calls will keep coming because you’re the one who speaks English, the one who went to college.
This feels like a no-win situation (for you).
You love your family, but sometimes you feel like a resource, and it’s draining you.
You wonder: “Why does helping everyone always seem to come at my expense? Why does saying “no” make me feel like a bad daughter?”
Welcome to the emotional tension many bicultural Latinas carry every day.
Does this sound familiar?
You feel guilty for earning more money than your relatives.
You hide your good news out of fear that you’ll outshine them.
You’re exhausted by your family’s requests that you complete forms and problem solve — all while working full-time in a break-neck world.
You don’t talk about your Latina side with your American side because you’re afraid they’ll look down on you.
I’m Monica, an online therapist in New York City who works with first-generation Latinas navigating anxiety, burnout and guilt.
You deserve understanding, connection and depth.
Many of the women who work with me are tired of being “the strong one. They’re problem solvers, high achievers and committed to their families.
From the outside, their lives look organized and right on track.
Privately, they’re exhausted and anxious from carrying the weight of two worlds — their Latinx roots and upbringing in the United States.
I can help you integrate your cultural identities and find your voice.
Finally talk about the weight of living in two worlds with a therapist who gets it.
The world needs you at your best — come get it!
Together, we'll unpack your guilt.
I’ll help you embrace yourself exactly as you are.
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There’s so much love between you and your family, but some places just don’t fit.
You remember the gossiping and financial scorekeeping when you were growing up.
You learned to say as little as possible, but it came at a cost — your voice.
Now, you’re ready to stop hiding and own your gifts.
Contact me
Let’s begin your journey toward authenticity and self-trust, one session at a time.
I’ll help you find your voice and integrate your Latina and American identities.
Through therapy, you’ll create a balanced relationship with your family that reflects who you really are.
You’ll learn to trust yourself and feel empowered (llegó Fefita!)
How it Works
01
Reach out
Schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation.
I’ll answer your questions so that you can be sure we’re a good fit.
02
Get to work
We’ll meet once a week over video as you recover from burnout.
You’ll create healthy boundaries and finally feel comfortable being your bicultural self.
03
See change
Imagine becoming the main character in your own story.
Picture yourself saying "no” to draining requests so that you can protect your energy.
With my support and tools, this kind of transformation is wholly accessible.
If you’re ready to begin thriving, I invite you to take the first step.
Find your voice.
Start thriving.
Find your voice. Start thriving.