Licensed to practice in California and accepts 39 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 8 more.
(he/him)
My professional path shifted when a loved one had the courage to speak up about traumatic events that significantly impacted her life. Searching for answers to help her cope with her distress, I was inspired and motivated to become a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 9 years of mental health experience working with clients from different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. My clients have ranged from children, adults, seniors, couples, and families.
In our first session, we will briefly explore your needs, discuss your goals, and discuss expectations of treatment.
I take a client centered approach using treatment modalities including EMDR, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I'm a bilingual and bicultural therapist that is passionate about helping others who have experienced trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and adjustments to life stages.
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Spirituality
I identify as
Hispanic / Latinx
Man
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
California
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter from Health Net
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $200 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
GTEB
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
13 ratings with written reviews
March 11, 2026
Manuel is very genuine and compassionate. He always gives me great suggestions that I may not have thought of. He is humorous and easy to talk to. He really has helped me to be able to manage how I react to certain situations. I am so glad that I found someone that I could connect with.
March 4, 2026
Has great feedback for me. Really explores conflict.
January 9, 2026
I really felt as if I was being heard. I felt comfortable sharing my concerns and problems with him. I admire his presence.