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Cynthia Manuel-Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, EdM (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95119
Let's Connect (408) 676-1036
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I believe my calling is to support Women of Color as they navigate the emotional challenges of preconception, pregnancy, infertility, and postpartum experiences. Having experienced the confusion and mixed emotions firsthand, I understand the importance of having a safe space to openly express yourself without judgment. Please know that you don't have to face these struggles alone.
I offer a supportive environment where you can share your thoughts and emotions. Together I hope that we can identify tangible coping skills, needs and cultivate a reliable support system so that you can have the best possible outcome for this challenging time.
Let's work together to cultivate a healthier mindset and prioritize YOUR well-being, empowering you to not only endure but flourish during this time and beyond. Book with me now by clicking on my website.
Call or Email Cynthia Manuel-Shah now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 676-1036
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Pay by Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 676-1036
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Cynthia Manuel-Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, EdM
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 79289 Cynthia Manuel-Shah
- In Practice for 10 Years
- Membership with American Counseling Association
- Attended Columbia University, MA, EdM, Graduated 2007
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Women's Issues
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Navigating life being a college/graduate student
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Working towards licensure as a mental health prof.
8 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Multicultural
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Additional Location
San Francisco, CA 94103
(408) 676-1036Nearby Areas
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Cynthia Manuel-Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, EdM