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José Francisco Avilés-Acosta

Psy. D. Island Therapy Collective llc
Available this week
Specialties: Bipolar Disorder, Gender Identity, Racial Identity, Multicultural Concerns, LGBTQIA+,

Introduction

José Francisco Avilés-Acosta (they/them) is a non-binary, bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) with a background in Liberation Psychology and interculturalism. Originally trained in Puerto Rico, their early experience as a hairstylist shaped their empathic, listening-centered therapeutic style. Their clinical work integrates psychodynamic, narrative, solution-focused, pluralistic, interpersonal, DBT, process-based CBT, and the unified protocol approaches. Dr. Avilés-Acosta specializes in working with emerging adults, LGBTQIA+ communities, immigrants, and individuals navigating identity, trauma, and mood disorders. They are trained in Gottman Method, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy, anti-racist approaches, and more. Outside of therapy, they enjoy poetry, cooking, gaming, writing, and warm weather. They’ve contributed to publications on clinical supervision and presented at national and international conferences.

GENDER Non-Binary
PRONOUNS They/Them/Theirs
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • Psy. D. #8077 (PR)
  • Psy. D. #P.08282 (OH)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities
  • Open Relationships/Polyamory
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Initial Interview Puerto Rico $85 - $100
  • Initial Interview Ohio $155
  • Partner Therapy Puerto Rico $80
  • Partner Therapy Ohio $120
  • Follow-up Session Puerto Rico $65
  • Follow-up Session Ohio $105

Locations

Telehealth Ohio

Frequently asked questions

Is José Francisco Avilés-Acosta accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? José Francisco Avilés-Acosta is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website.
Does José Francisco Avilés-Acosta offer telehealth appointments? José Francisco Avilés-Acosta does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does José Francisco Avilés-Acosta specialize in? José Francisco Avilés-Acosta specializes in the following areas: Attachment Issues, Bipolar Disorder, College Mental Health, Couples Counseling, Cultural Adjustment, Existential Crisis, Gender Identity, Grief, Infidelity, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Medical Professional Stress, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Peer Relationships, Open Relationships/Polyamory, PTSD, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Social Anxiety, Transgender Issues, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.
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