Supervisee in Social Work

Angélica Guevara-López

Bilingual therapy for children, teens and young adults — in person in Fredericksburg and online across Virginia

Angelica Spanish speaking child and play therapist in Fredericksburg Virginia.

Meet Angélica.

Hi, I’m Angélica Guevara-López, MSW, a bilingual (Spanish/English) therapist who works with children ages 4 and up, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, identity concerns, and life transitions. I am currently receiving specialized training and supervision in play therapy, bringing developmentally appropriate, play-based approaches to my work with younger children.I am passionate about supporting people who feel stretched thin by stress, responsibility, or internal pressure—especially those who may feel misunderstood, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy with me is a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin making sense of what you’re carrying in a way that feels respectful, collaborative, and empowering.

I offer therapy in Spanish or English, depending on your preference, and I bring a culturally responsive lens to my work while welcoming clients from all backgrounds.

Who I Help

I work with:

  • Children ages 4 and up navigating anxiety, big emotions, school stress, and identity development — in Spanish or English

  • Teens navigating identity development, self-esteem concerns, emotional regulation, or family stress

  • Young adults managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the pressure of balancing multiple expectations

  • Spanish-speaking children and families who value receiving therapy in their home language

  • Clients experiencing acculturation stress or the pressure of balancing multiple cultural identities

Many of the children, teens, and young adults I work with feel out of step with the world around them — struggling with big emotions, school stress, identity questions, or the pressure of carrying more than they should at their age. For younger children, therapy becomes a place to express what they can't yet put into words. For teens and young adults, it becomes a space to understand themselves more deeply, build confidence, and find their footing. Whether sessions are in Spanish or English — or both — my goal is always the same: to make sure every client feels genuinely seen and supported.

Background & Approach

I hold a Master's degree in Social Work and practice from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive perspective. My approach is relational, warm, and developmentally attuned — meaning I work differently with a 5-year-old than I do with a 20-year-old, meeting each client exactly where they are.

I integrate evidence-based approaches including:

  • Play therapy and play-based interventions — for younger children who express themselves through play rather than words

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) — an evidence-based approach specifically designed to help children and teens process trauma, build coping skills, and restore a sense of safety

  • Mindfulness-based strategies

  • Trauma-informed care

  • Emotional regulation and coping skills development

I have completed several specialized play therapy trainings and am actively working toward my Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential — the highest standard of certification in the field. I receive ongoing supervision from a Registered Play Therapist, ensuring my play-based work meets the highest clinical standards. This commitment reflects my deep investment in providing children with the most effective, developmentally appropriate care possible.

I am especially attentive to how culture, family roles, community expectations, and identity influence emotional well-being — particularly for clients navigating life between two cultures or languages. Healing happens best when people feel genuinely seen, respected, and understood — in whatever language feels most like home.

Connect With Me

I offer in-person therapy in Fredericksburg, Virginia, as well as telehealth services across Virginia through Thrive Counseling for Healing and Connection.

Whether you're a parent seeking support for your child, a teen navigating a difficult season, or a young adult looking for a therapist who understands your cultural experience — I would be honored to walk alongside you. Sessions are available in person in Fredericksburg, VA and via telehealth across Virginia, in Spanish or English.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Working With Angélica

  • Yes. Angélica offers therapy in both Spanish and English and welcomes clients from all backgrounds. Some choose her for her bilingual skills and cultural responsiveness, while others simply connect with her warm and supportive approach. She also welcomes Spanish-speaking families seeking a bilingual therapist for their child.

  • Yes. Angélica works with children ages 4 and up, teens, and young adults — in Spanish or English. For younger children she uses play-based and developmentally appropriate approaches, including techniques from her specialized play therapy training. For teens and young adults she focuses on identity development, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and the pressure of navigating multiple expectations. Therapy is paced and tailored to each client's age, needs, and stage of life.

  • Yes. Angélica supports children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm. For younger children, these challenges often show up as big emotions, behavioral changes, or difficulty at school — and play-based approaches give them a natural way to express and process what they're carrying. For teens and young adults, therapy focuses on building coping skills, emotional awareness, and steadiness during stressful seasons of life.

  • Yes. Angélica works with children and teens navigating transitions — family changes, school stress, moving, adjusting to new cultural environments, or shifting identities. For younger children, change can show up as big emotions or behavioral shifts that are hard to put into words. For teens, transitions often bring identity questions and pressure that feel overwhelming. Therapy provides a steady, supportive space to make sense of change and find footing again — in Spanish or English.

  • Yes. Angélica brings a culturally responsive and trauma-informed lens to her work, honoring each client’s background, values, family dynamics, and lived experience. She is especially mindful of how culture, identity, gender roles, and community expectations can influence emotional well-being and self-esteem. For families navigating life between two cultures or languages, Angélica creates a space where both the child's and family's cultural identity are honored and understood.

  • Angélica integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's age and needs. For younger children she uses play therapy and play-based interventions — allowing kids to express and process emotions through their natural language of play. For older children, teens, and young adults she draws on Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, trauma-informed care, and emotional regulation skills. She has completed several specialized play therapy trainings and is actively working toward her Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential under the supervision of a Registered Play Therapist.

  • Yes — and this is one of the most unique aspects of Angélica's practice. She offers play therapy and play-based approaches in Spanish or English, making her one of the very few bilingual play therapists serving children in the Fredericksburg, VA area and across Virginia through telehealth. For Spanish-speaking families, having a therapist who can connect with their child in their home language — through both play and conversation — can make a profound difference in the therapeutic relationship and the child's willingness to engage.