Hi, I’m Manuela L. Despian, LMFT, PsyD.

I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with advanced degrees in Marriage & Family Therapy, General Psychology, and School Guidance & Counseling, as well as a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Albizu University.

I’ve trained and worked in diverse clinical settings—including Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, Goodman Psychological Services Center, Design Neuroscience Center, as well as Dr. Coral Arvon & Associates—and I bring that range of experience into every session. My background has helped me support clients in addressing emotional, relational, developmental, and academic challenges.

I specialize in working with individuals and families navigating anxiety (including overthinking, restlessness, and chronic worry), perfectionism, and people-pleasing tendencies that often stem from early relational dynamics. I also support clients struggling with depression, emotional dysregulation, anger management, and low self-worth, as well as those facing life transitions like career changes, entering adulthood, or adjusting to parenthood. Many clients seek support for relationship issues—whether feeling disconnected, overly enmeshed, or stuck in unhealthy patterns with partners, family, or friends. In therapy, we work to expand coping skills, improve emotional awareness, strengthen communication, and build lasting tools for resilience and self-growth.

I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll build tools to help you manage stress, improve communication, and feel more grounded in your daily life. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure where to begin—you’re not alone. I’m here to help.