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Latina Therapist in West LA | Trauma Therapy Online in California
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Trauma • Anxiety • Second-Generation Latino Mental Health
Care by Dr. Samantha Calvillo, DSW, LCSW
Who I Help
I support adults who are carrying trauma, living with anxiety, or navigating the pressures and expectations of living as a second-generation Latina/o/x.
Dr. Calvillo is a psychotherapist who specializes in helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and the challenges of living between cultures as second-generation Latinas/os. Her approach is warm, evidence-based, and culturally attuned—rooted in deep care for how family, identity, and lived experience shape each person’s healing journey. She provides a grounding space where clients can explore their stories with compassion, clarity, and support.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally grounded psychotherapy for adults experiencing anxiety, sexual trauma, and second-generation Latino identity stress. Below you’ll find more about each specialty and how I can support you.
SPECIALTIES
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Anxiety
Anxiety can make daily life feel overwhelming and exhausting. I help clients understand their symptoms, calm their nervous system, and develop grounding skills that bring clarity, ease, and balance.
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Sexual Trauma
Sexual trauma, whether from childhood or adulthood, is never your fault. I support survivors in processing the impact of trauma, rebuilding safety, and reconnecting with their voice and sense of self.
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2nd-Gen Latinos
Being second-generation often means carrying the weight of two worlds. I help clients navigate cultural expectations, identity conflicts, family roles, and the pressure to succeed while honoring their lived experiences and roots.
If any of these experiences resonate with you, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to explore how therapy can support your healing.
MODALITIES
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CPT
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EMDR
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TRM