About Herbert

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 Herbert is a warm, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who creates a safe, non-judgmental space for people navigating life’s challenges. Based in Irvine, CA, he offers both in-person therapy and virtual therapy throughout California. 

Herbert is passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, neurodivergent individuals—including those with Autism and ADHD—and anyone seeking a more compassionate, trauma-informed approach to care.

A fluent Spanish speaker, Herbert is actively working toward full clinical fluency in Spanish to better support Spanish-speaking clients. He values cultural humility and takes time to understand each person’s unique lived experience, including intersections of race, gender, sexuality, neurodivergence, and disability.

Herbert earned his 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, with a specialization in LGBTQ Affirmative Therapy. He is currently pursuing his doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Herbert offers affirming therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. He specializes in working with transgender and gender-diverse clients, teens and families, and clients exploring sexual identity or recovering from stigma. He is sex-positive and kink-affirming, and has clinical experience working with individuals navigating paraphilic disorders. Herbert also supports people transitioning out of incarceration, at-risk adolescents, and HIV-positive clients, as well as those going through major life changes such as coming out or starting college.

As a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, Herbert provides therapy for Autism and ADHD, and offers psychological testing for Autism and ADHD under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. He is trained in EMDR therapy, a gold-standard treatment for trauma.

Herbert’s style is client-centered, collaborative, and infused with empathy and humor. He uses Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, while also acknowledging the limitations of Western mental health frameworks. His approach includes an awareness of how racism, ableism, transphobia, and other systemic “-isms” impact mental health.

Growing up with limited access to mental health care, Herbert understands the importance of being truly seen and supported. Today, he helps clients break cycles of emotional dysregulation, build resilience, and create meaningful change.

Herbert offers therapy in Irvine, California, and virtual therapy throughout California. He is supervised by Dr. Brent Murray, PsyD (PSY #35257).

If you're looking for a trauma therapist, EMDR therapist, LGBTQIA+ therapist, sex-positive therapist, or Autism and ADHD therapist who truly sees you, reach out to schedule an appointment with Herbert today.

Hourly Rate:  $150/hour

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