Manuel Emperador, LCSW
Experienced LCSW supporting trauma and addiction
- CBT and client centered
- Motivational interviewing
- Works with international clients
About Manuel Emperador
Manuel Emperador is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Texas with a decade of experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, relationship and family struggles, grief, and issues related to aging and chronic illness. He draws on a range of clinical skills to help clients navigate trauma, addiction, parenting challenges, intimacy concerns, career stress, and life transitions while addressing co-occurring problems such as ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and compassion fatigue.
Manuel emphasizes a pragmatic, client-centered stance that meets each person where they are and prioritizes honest communication as a foundation for meaningful change. He uses structured techniques when helpful, alongside motivational strategies to support readiness for change and solution-focused interventions to set achievable goals. Manuel also works with caregivers, people facing end-of-life and hospice issues, and those coping with isolation, panic symptoms, or multicultural stressors.
Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging, with video often preferred. Manuel arranges appointments primarily across morning and evening hours and aims to tailor the pace and format of care to each client’s needs and comfort.
Manuel emphasizes a pragmatic, client-centered stance that meets each person where they are and prioritizes honest communication as a foundation for meaningful change. He uses structured techniques when helpful, alongside motivational strategies to support readiness for change and solution-focused interventions to set achievable goals. Manuel also works with caregivers, people facing end-of-life and hospice issues, and those coping with isolation, panic symptoms, or multicultural stressors.
Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging, with video often preferred. Manuel arranges appointments primarily across morning and evening hours and aims to tailor the pace and format of care to each client’s needs and comfort.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Manuel Emperador have?
Manuel Emperador has 10 years of clinical experience.
Is Manuel Emperador a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds Texas license TX LCSW 37383.
In which languages does Manuel Emperador provide therapy?
Manuel provides therapy in English.
Where is Manuel Emperador located?
Manuel is located in Texas.
How can I work with Manuel Emperador as my therapist?
You can work with Manuel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Manuel Emperador work with international clients?
Yes. Manuel works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Manuel Emperador cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s own experience, offering a supportive, non-directive environment where the person’s goals and values guide each session. This approach helps with relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and adjustment challenges by prioritizing empathy and collaboration.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by teaching practical skills and structured techniques. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, panic symptoms, and many stress-related problems because it helps clients develop concrete tools for coping and change.
Motivational Interviewing is a goal-focused, collaborative method to boost a person’s readiness for change. It is especially effective when working with addictions, ambivalence about treatment, or lifestyle shifts by helping clients clarify their values and motivations.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Manuel works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or to connect from different locations. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver many evidence-based strategies effectively while accommodating communication preferences and logistical needs.