Languages
Therapy in Hindi, Gujarati and Bengali
Two of our clinicians offer therapy in South Asian languages: Dr. Sneha Desai in Hindi and Gujarati, and Dr. Sunetra Martinez in Bengali.
Why language and culture matter in therapy
Some feelings are easier to name in the language you grew up speaking. And some family situations, such as expectations between generations, decisions about marriage, or caring for parents, are easier to talk through with someone who understands the context without a long explanation.
Who speaks what
- Hindi
- Dr. Sneha Desai, Licensed Psychologist
- Gujarati
- Dr. Sneha Desai, Licensed Psychologist
- Bengali
- Dr. Sunetra Martinez
Dr. Sneha Desai
Dr. Desai provides culturally sensitive therapy by telehealth for individuals ages 8 and up, in English, Hindi and Gujarati. She works with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, and children and teens with ADHD or autism-related challenges.
Dr. Sunetra Martinez
Dr. Martinez is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Licensed School Psychologist with more than 25 years of experience. She sees teens, adults and families, ages 13 and up, in person in Sugar Land or by telehealth, and speaks Bengali.
What people often bring to these sessions
- Anxiety and depression
- Stress between generations at home
- Adjusting after a move to the United States
- Academic and career pressure
- Grief, including grief for family far away
- Parenting a child with ADHD or autism
Getting started
- 1.
Choose your clinician
Pick Dr. Desai for Hindi or Gujarati, or Dr. Martinez for Bengali.
- 2.
Request a time
Use the client portal, or call or text 832-876-3232.
- 3.
Mix languages if you like
Many clients move between English and another language in the same session.
Questions
Is everything I say private?
Yes, within the legal limits your clinician explains at the first session.
Can my parents join a session?
When it helps and you agree, family members can be included.
Which insurance do they take?
Dr. Desai accepts Aetna, Cigna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Dr. Martinez accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, UMR, Oscar, Optum, Cigna and Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Telehealth for families across Texas
Dr. Desai sees clients by telehealth, so families anywhere in Texas can work with her in Hindi or Gujarati without driving to Sugar Land. Dr. Martinez sees clients both at the office and by video. All you need is a private space, a device with a camera and a steady connection, and you must be in Texas during each session.
Book in your language
Request an appointment with Dr. Desai or Dr. Martinez online, or call 832-876-3232.