Dr. Manuel Evangelista, LCSW
- Acceptance-based therapies
- Mindfulness and Zen practice
- Video calls and messaging
About Dr. Manuel Evangelista
Influenced by eastern healing traditions and western neuroscience, Dr. Evangelista emphasizes acceptance, meaning, and distress tolerance as central elements of recovery. A trauma survivor and a Zen practitioner who teaches mindfulness, he frames pain as part of the human experience and helps clients develop skills to tolerate and find meaning in difficult feelings. He is trained to coordinate care involving psychotropic medication and can work collaboratively with a prescriber when needed.
Dr. Evangelista brings 21 years of clinical experience to a practice grounded in compassion and careful listening. As an LCSW - a license for clinical social work practice - he aims to embody both empathy and resilience while guiding clients toward practical strategies and deeper understanding to face life transitions, relationships, and mental health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Manuel Evangelista have?
Dr. Manuel Evangelista has 21 years of clinical experience.
Is Dr. Manuel Evangelista a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCSW credential, which is a license for clinical social work. License details include AZ LCSW LCSW-21978 and UT LCSW 6417919-3501.
In which languages does Dr. Manuel Evangelista provide therapy?
Dr. Manuel Evangelista provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Manuel Evangelista located?
Dr. Manuel Evangelista is located in Utah.
How can I work with Dr. Manuel Evangelista as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Manuel Evangelista through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Manuel Evangelista work with international clients?
Dr. Manuel Evangelista does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Manuel Evangelista cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and commit to meaningful actions even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with difficult life changes because it focuses on psychological flexibility and practical steps toward a valued life.Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to thoughts, sensations, and emotions. It supports stress reduction, trauma recovery, and improved emotional regulation by strengthening the ability to notice experiences without immediate reaction.
Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the client's own perspective and fosters a collaborative, empathetic relationship. This approach helps people explore identity, relationships, and personal goals at a pace that feels safe and self-directed.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Dr. Manuel Evangelista works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
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