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Fernando Huerta-Perez

Therapist
~1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m straightforward, warm, and passionate about helping people overcome life’s challenges and recognize their potential. I believe everyone has strengths and possibilities within them, even when they’re difficult to see. I encourage my clients with honesty, compassion, and support, helping them gain clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward the life they want.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and genuine. I value getting to know each client as an individual and creating a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted for who you are. I believe that everyone has strengths and potential, even during times when those qualities may be hard to see.

I’m here to encourage and support you as you work through challenges, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and discover what you’re capable of. My goal is to empower you to build confidence, embrace your strengths, and become the best version of yourself—at your own pace and in a way that feels meaningful to you.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, you can expect us to spend some time getting to know each other and helping you feel comfortable in the space. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what you’re hoping to work on, and the goals you’d like to focus on. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions and get a sense of whether we’re a good fit.

My goal is for you to leave your first session feeling heard, understood, and hopeful about the work ahead. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we’ll work together to create a path forward that feels right for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Direct, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    ~1 year of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Alliant International University, Fresno
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Strategic Family Therapy, Structural Family, Psychodynamic, Behavioral, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Experiential, Humanistic, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Gestalt, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Modification, Exposure Response Prevention, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Play, Parent Management Training (PMT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Bowen Family Systems, Art Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Brief Dynamic, Behavior Management
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Children, Seniors
  • Languages
    English, Spanish