About Herbert

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Herbert is a compassionate clinician who creates a welcoming, non-judgmental space for his clients. Fluent in conversational Spanish, Herbert is committed to achieving proficiency in clinical language to better serve Spanish-speaking clients. He values cultural humility, exploring each client’s unique intersectionality and cultural background.

Herbert holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in LGBTQ studies from San Francisco State University and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, specializing in LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy. He is currently pursuing his doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Specializing in substance use, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ challenges, Bipolar Disorder, and adolescent issues, Herbert also supports families struggling to accept their LGBTQIA+ child. He has experience working with the re-entry population, at-risk adolescents, individuals with paraphilias, HIV-positive clients, and those transitioning from high school to college.

Herbert’s therapeutic approach includes humor, which he believes is a powerful tool for healing and building rapport. He uses Narrative, Cognitive, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy while acknowledging the limitations of Western modalities. In addition to this, Herbert can provide EMDR therapy, a premier evidence based treatment for trauma. Herbert integrates discussions of societal “-isms” and phobias, recognizing their impact on clients’ lives.

Herbert emphasizes humor and communication as key components of the therapeutic alliance. His own experiences with limited mental health resources as an adolescent drive his commitment to breaking cycles of violence and emotional dysregulation, providing empathy and resilience-building strategies to his clients.

Offering both telehealth and in-person services, Herbert maintains a flexible schedule to meet client needs. He creates a supportive and empowering environment, encouraging clients to take ownership of their mental health journey.

If you seek a clinician who combines empathy, humor, and support, contact Herbert to schedule an appointment.

Hourly Rate: $40-$150/hour sliding scale fee (dependent on income)

Insurances Accepted:  AllSavers UHC, Harvard Pilgrim, Oscar Health, Oxford, UHC Student Resources, UMR, UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH, Cigna, Evernorth, Blue Shield of California, Magellan