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¿No habla español?
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Bridge
the language gap
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between you and your Spanish-speaking

employees, patients, and clients.

Hi, I'm Julie.

The Communication Bridge is a Sonoma County–based agency providing professional Spanish/English translation and interpretation for government agencies, healthcare providers, schools, nonprofits, and community-based organizations.

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Founded and led by Julie Burns, our agency brings over two decades of experience and a strong network of qualified interpreters and translators who deliver accurate, timely, and culturally responsive services. From public meetings and educational settings to high-profile community events, we help bridge communication gaps so that all voices are heard.

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Our team is also experienced in supporting county departments during emergencies and disasters, ensuring clear and accessible communication when it matters most. Across all sectors, we prioritize professionalism, confidentiality, and inclusivity—empowering bilingual and limited-English-proficient community members to participate fully and equitably.

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Julie Burns, M.Ed.

ATA Certified Spanish-English translator

How we help

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Written Translation

With over 30 years of experience translating between English and Spanish, we provide proofreading

and translation of written documents for a variety of businesses.

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Interpreting

As a certified Spanish-English interpreter, Julie has over 20 years' experience in simultaneous

and consecutive interpretation

in a variety of settings.

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Interpreter Training

Offering 9 different interpreter

trainings and continuing education courses. Material is delivered

in a dynamic style easy 

to comprehend.

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials

(Click on Arrows < > to read at your own pace.)

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"Julie is fantastic! She delivers thoughtful, impeccable translations on time, and is always happy to answer questions and discuss terminology.  She's highly knowledgeable in the healthcare field and a true leader in her profession."

Tracy Young

Language Access Services Coordinator

Barton Health, S. Lake Tahoe, CA

Trainings & Workshops

We offer courses and workshops for freelance interpreters

as well as for healthcare providers and community organizations. 

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For Freelance Interpreters

These trainings will give you a stepping stone to acquire the skills needed to work as a professional interpreter in your community and help prepare you for certification as a healthcare interpreter.

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For Healthcare Providers

and Staff

You have a steady influx of patients whose primary language is not English. Take part in workshops designed to help you provide quality care and meaningful access to all your patients, regardless of the language they speak.

The Community Interpreter®  ●  Cultural Competency  ●  Medical Terminology for Interpreters  ●  Cultural Awareness  ●  Stress Busters for Interpreters  ●  Providing Effective Cross Cultural Care  ●  Introduction to Health Care Interpreting  ●  Interpreting in Palliative Care  ●  Interpreting for Cancer Genetics

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