Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work
Manuela Gonzalez, MSW LICSW
SHE / HER / ELLA
I am a bicultural, second-generation Chicana with over ten years of experience working with diverse individuals, families, and communities. I provide individual therapy to adults 18+ and family therapy to adult children and their parents/relatives. I focus my practice on Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC). I am particularly interested in working with children of immigrants, immigrants, and members of the fat and LGBTQ+ communities. As a cis woman, I am committed to creating a safe therapeutic space for this community, especially Queer & Trans Black, Indigenous & People of Color (QTBIPOC).
I am trained in Anchored Relational Therapy (formerly AIR Network), and I integrate a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including strengths-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, mindfulness, harm reduction, self-compassion, and psycho-education.
A trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship is very important, so I strive to create a judgment-free, respectful, and understanding environment. I take a relational, person-centered approach and a systems approach to allow each person to be seen within the context of their family, community, and cultural systems.
My Clients
Manuela works with adults (18+); individuals and families. She enjoys working with Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC) - children of immigrants, immigrants, members of the fat community, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Payments & Insurance
I accept private pay and sliding scale payments, as well as most insurance plans via:
Aetna
BIND
Cigna
BlueCross BlueShield & BluePlus
Health Partners
Hennepin Health
Medica (Optum)
Medicaid (Medical Assistance, MN Care)
PreferredOne
UCare
United Behavioral Health (Optum)
United Healthcare (Optum)
UMR (Optum)
Please contact your insurance company to ensure your health plan includes coverage for mental health services, and to understand your deductible/copay/co-insurance responsibilities.