Dr. Manuel Evangelista, LCSW
- Acceptance and mindfulness
- Individual family and group
- Works with adults 19-69
About Dr. Manuel Evangelista
His clinical orientation reflects a blend of eastern healing traditions and western neuroscience, emphasizing acceptance, meaning, and increased tolerance for distress rather than solely attempting to change difficult experiences. As both a Zen practitioner and a mindfulness teacher, he incorporates contemplative practices into therapeutic work to support emotional balance and presence.
Dr. Evangelista brings lived experience as a trauma survivor to his practice, which informs a compassionate, grounded approach that acknowledges pain as part of the human condition. He holds graduate and postgraduate education in social work and counseling and is trained in psychotropic medication management, enabling collaborative work with prescribers when needed.
Across years of clinical practice and advocacy, he has developed a direct, listening-centered style described as embodying a warrior-like woundedness and the courage to sit with another person’s experience. He invites adults seeking deeper balance in physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions to explore therapy together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Manuel Evangelista have?
He has 21 years of experience.
Is Dr. Manuel Evangelista a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are AZ LCSW LCSW-21978 and UT LCSW 6417919-3501.
In which languages does Dr. Manuel Evangelista provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Manuel Evangelista located?
He 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Acceptance, Mindfulness, and Collaborative Online Care
Dr. Evangelista often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them. ACT emphasizes values-based action and can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions where acceptance and purposeful change are both important.
Mindfulness Therapy is central to his work as a Zen practitioner and mindfulness teacher. This approach teaches practical attention and breathing practices that help with emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and improving day-to-day focus and sleep.
He also applies Client-Centered Therapy principles, creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where clients set the pace and priorities of treatment. This approach supports relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, and long-standing patterns that benefit from steady, collaborative reflection.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Evangelista works collaboratively with each person to tailor techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences, and licensed professionals can adapt strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity across life changes, and access consistent support from qualified therapists regardless of location.
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