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Ricardo Xuya Bautista

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am a LMFT providing therapy for 8 years. I enjoy empowering patients to reach their goals by building rapport, providing psychoeducation, and providing feedback to make changes in behavior. I meet with the patient but challenge them when needed. I use different modalities to help the patient to accomplish their goals. Providing coping skills to manage symptoms. I also like to use patients’ stories to reflect on themselves and to focus on the present to move forward, I have a lot of experience with Gender Clinic, college students and life transitions working with different ages.I enjoy helping college students develop coping skills to thrive

Years Experience: 9
Location: California, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1104275908
Credentials: CA LMFT 119096
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Licenses: LMFT (California) #119096 exp 2026-05-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem, Career, Depression, Spanish, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Male therapist, Gay
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Ricardo Xuya Bautista

Empowering therapy for LGBT and transitions
  • Stress and anxiety care
  • Spanish-language therapy
  • College and gender clinic

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About

Ricardo Xuya Bautista is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California (CA LMFT 119096) with nine years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people meet their goals through a collaborative and skills-based approach.

He builds strong rapport with clients, offers psychoeducation, and provides constructive feedback to support behavioral change. He meets clients where they are and will challenge them when needed, using a range of therapeutic modalities to help them progress.

Ricardo emphasizes practical coping skills to manage symptoms and draws on each client’s personal story to encourage self-reflection and a present-focused path forward. He has extensive experience working with a Gender Clinic, college students, and people navigating life transitions across different age groups, and he enjoys helping college students develop the tools they need to thrive. He provides therapy in English and Spanish.

His work is geared toward empowering clients to make meaningful changes and to build resilience as they pursue their personal and career goals.

Location: California, United States
Years Experience: 9
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Career, Depression, LGBT, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 119096
  • NPI Number: 1104275908
  • License: LMFT (California) #119096 exp 2026-05-31

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How much experience does Ricardo Xuya Bautista have?

Ricardo Xuya Bautista has 9 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Ricardo Xuya Bautista a licensed therapist?

Yes. Ricardo Xuya Bautista is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California (CA LMFT 119096).

In which languages does Ricardo Xuya Bautista provide therapy?

Ricardo Xuya Bautista provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Ricardo Xuya Bautista located?

Ricardo Xuya Bautista is located in California.

How can I work with Ricardo Xuya Bautista as my therapist?

You can work with Ricardo Xuya Bautista through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

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