BILINGUAL THERAPY IN NEWPORT BEACH
Therapy in the Language You Actually Think In.
Some things are hard to say in a second language. I offer therapy in English and Spanish, so you — or your partner, or your family — can be fully understood, in the words that come most naturally.
Hablas Español?
Why Language Matters in Therapy
Therapy works best when you can say exactly what you mean — not the closest version you can manage in a second language. Nuance, humor, the words that carry the most weight, often live in your first language.
Working with a therapist who's fluent in both English and Spanish means nothing gets lost in translation, and nothing has to be simplified to be understood.
Bilingual Therapy Might Be Right For You If...
Meet Irene Alvarez de Schwartz, LMFT
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #155789) fluent in both English and Spanish. I work with individuals, couples, and families who want therapy in the language that feels most natural to them — without having to translate their experience to be understood.
Whether we work together entirely in Spanish, entirely in English, or move between both depending on the moment, my goal is the same: to make sure you're fully heard, in your own words.
What Clients Say
"Life brings obstacles, but with Irene's help, I made it through. She speaks both Spanish and English, which helped me open up fully. I'm deeply grateful and wholeheartedly recommend her."
What Clients Say
"Irene is an incredibly professional, empathetic, and caring person. She helped me better understand myself and gave me real tools to grow from the very first sessions. I always felt heard, supported, and comfortable. Highly recommended."
What Clients Say
Life brings obstacles, but with Irene's help, I made it through. She is professional, patient, and compassionate, always making me feel heard and bringing calm and clarity. I love her office each time I step in, I feel at ease. The plants and atmosphere make you forget everything, and time passes without noticing. "
Where I Practice
Convenient therapy options in Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and online.
I offer in-person sessions at my Newport Beach office several days a week and see clients in Laguna Beach one day per week by appointment. If you’re located elsewhere in California or prefer the convenience of virtual sessions, I also provide secure, HIPAA-compliant online therapy statewide.
Newport Beach Office
1000 Quail St., Suite 220
Newport Beach, CA 92660
- Available multiple days per week
- Private office with a calming, quiet environment
- Free on-site parking available
Laguna Beach Office
333 3rd St #6
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
- Available 1 day per week
- Located within a shared therapy space
- Details provided upon scheduling
Online Therapy
California Residents
Only
- HIPAA-compliant video sessions
- Available weekdays and select evenings
- Accessible via secure client portal
- Ideal for busy professionals, parents, or clients outside of Orange County
15-Minute Free Consultation
A no-pressure call to talk about what's going on and see if we're the right fit — before you commit to anything.
This consultation is 100% free with no obligation, available by phone or video, whichever you prefer. Just one of you is welcome to book first, and if it feels right, we'll schedule your first full session from there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are sessions conducted in English, Spanish, or both?
Whichever works best for you. Many clients stick to one language throughout, while others move between English and Spanish depending on the topic or the moment. There's no need to choose in advance — we'll follow whatever feels most natural.
Q: Can we switch between languages during a session?
Yes. It's common — and completely fine — to switch between English and Spanish mid-sentence or mid-session. You don't need to translate yourself or stick to one language the whole time.
Q: Do you work with couples where each partner has a different primary language?
Yes, this is something I work with often. It's common for one partner to be more comfortable in English and the other in Spanish — I can work fluently in both, so neither of you has to translate for the other or lose nuance explaining yourself.
Q: Is bilingual therapy available online as well as in-person?
Yes. I offer bilingual sessions both in-person at my Newport Beach office and online for California residents statewide, in English, Spanish, or both.
Maria Irene Alvarez de Schwartz, LMFT 155789
(949) 385-3689
Newport Beach Office
1000 Quail St., Suite 220
Laguna Beach Office
333 3rd St #6
Online Therapy
California Residents Only
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