Manisha Parikh , LCSW

Manisha Parikh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with over six years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life transitions. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, parents navigating caregiving challenges, and those seeking greater motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Manisha approaches each person with respect for their perspective, viewing clients as the experts of their own stories and as holders of strengths that can be mobilized for change.

She emphasizes the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling and happier life and centers her work on support and empowerment throughout that journey. Manisha combines practical strategies with a compassionate, strengths-based stance to help clients identify goals, build resilience, and make meaningful progress at a pace that fits their needs.

Her practice reflects a commitment to collaboration, listening carefully to each client’s experience and tailoring interventions to what will be most helpful for their unique circumstances.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Manisha Parikh integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and validation, helping people explore their values and strengths so they can set goals that feel authentic and sustainable. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress or low mood, and it offers practical tools to test and shift those patterns for better daily functioning. Trauma-focused therapy addresses the impact of traumatic experiences by helping clients process difficult memories and develop coping strategies to reduce symptoms and improve overall functioning.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Manisha works with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so the work stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Manisha is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and therapists from varied locations, accommodate busy routines, and continue consistent care when in-person visits are not possible.