Manisha Parikh, LCSW

Manisha Parikh is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in California with over six years of professional experience. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she combines practical skills and empathic listening to help people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Her approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert of their own story while identifying strengths that can be used to move past obstacles.

She emphasizes the courage it takes to seek change and the importance of supportive guidance during that process. Manisha offers a collaborative style that empowers clients to set meaningful goals, build resilience, and develop tools that fit their daily lives. Whether addressing relational patterns, processing difficult experiences, or bolstering self-worth, she works with individuals to create realistic steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Manisha is committed to meeting people where they are and supporting them through change with respect and practical strategies. Her clinical training and years of direct practice inform a warm, focused therapeutic presence aimed at fostering growth, clearer communication, and greater self-compassion.

Therapeutic Approaches Available in Online Sessions

Manisha Parikh integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients in online sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients can explore their values and strengths while feeling supported. It is helpful for people seeking personal growth, improved self-esteem, and clearer decision making.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety and low mood. CBT is often used for stress, anxiety, and depression and helps clients develop strategies they can use between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Manisha partners with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.

Online therapy with Manisha offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain consistency, and connect from different locations, while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to tailor session style to what works best for each client.