Manuel Perez

(he/him)

LCSW, 4 years of experience
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.). My approach to therapy is eclectic, drawing from various evidence-based modalities such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), mindfulness-based techniques, narrative therapy, and solution-focused approach. I tailor my interventions to your specific needs, working collaboratively with you to determine what works best. My communication style is caring, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I aim to create a safe space where you feel heard, validated, and supported. Expect me to be an active listener, ask insightful questions, provide compassionate feedback, and empower you with coping skills and strategies for growth.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, we will discuss what brought you to therapy and collaborate to identify your treatment goals. I will gather some background information to better understand your unique story. Most importantly, we will begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship, which will serve as the foundation for our work together.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My ability to listen and help clients increase self-awareness to promote change has been one of my greatest strengths. During my studies and clinical training, I developed a deep passion for helping others navigate life's challenges and unlock their inner resilience. Assisting others with care and instilling hope motivates me every day in this meaningful work.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with individuals from all walks of life. I believe everyone desires to improve their quality of life, increase their self-awareness (cognitively) and change their behavior in a positive way for themeselves. I also recognize clients desire to improve their relationships with others. Working with clients to help improve their relationships is an area I enjoy working on.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Grief

Self Esteem

I identify as

Man

Serves ages

Licensed in

Accepts

Cash - $150 per session

Aetna

Aetna - Allied Benefits

Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

Aetna - Luminare

Aetna - Medicare

Aetna - Moda

Aetna - WebTPA

Aetna – HealthEZ

All Savers

Amerihealth Administrators

Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage

Anthem

Arlo

AvMed

Blue Cross

Blue Shield

Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal

Blue Shield of California - Medicare

Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)

Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)

Centivo

Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)

Cigna

Cigna - HealthEZ

Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)

EAP:Cigna

EAP:Evernorth

EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Evernorth

Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)

Golden Rule

GTEB

Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

Health Net (Medi-Cal)

Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal

Humana - Medicare

Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

IHSS Healthy Workers

Independence Administrators

Independence Blue Cross

Independence Keystone 65 HMO

Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO

L.A. Care Covered

L.A. Care Covered Direct

L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)

L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)

L.A. Care PASC-SEIU

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

Scripps Health Plan

SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)

Sharp Health Plan

Surest (formerly Bind)

Sutter Health Plan

Tufts Health/Cigna

United Medical Resources

UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)

UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

UnitedHealthcare/Optum

UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Attachment-based

Helps to strengthen your relationships by exploring your attachment style (childhood experiences) and help to provide an overall sense of security (confidence) as you engage with others (less anxious, fear, doubt).

EMDR

Provides a safe way to reprocess traumatic memories (associated with PTDS and or distressing life events) into useful and adaptive information lessening the impact of triggers. Does not require extensive talking in detail to heal.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Provides for a great way to learn emotion regulation through acceptance of reality through use of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Provides ways for individuals to see and change destructive patterns through focus on behavior, thoughts and feelings as the relationships with each of these areas is explored and modified to achieve personal goals.

Eclectic

This is a flexible approach to therapy that allows use of various techniques and methods that best help to address an individual's needs.

, 37 ratings

5 ratings with written reviews

April 7, 2026

He really understands he really cares. He really hears me out. I appreciate him and he respects my decision decisions but yet someone wants to support me. I believe I need a lot of support in my situation and he’s there for me.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 8 with Manuel

April 2, 2026

A great help. Very nice and understanding. I would recommend him to anyone who is going through what I am

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 2 with Manuel

March 27, 2026

He is very positive, and he helps me stay in the here , and now.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 5 with Manuel