What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“We saw Katherine when we needed some support and after already trying another therapist who wasn't a good fit. Katherine feels very grounded and comfortable. She is a pro at gently nudging you to reflect and edge beyond your comfort zone while feeling 100% safe, which is exactly what I'd hope for from a therapist. She proffered tools and was adept at pivoting approaches when something didn't quite work for us.
She also has excellent style (which provides a great conversation point if you are deflecting her well placed questions). ”
EHLess than 6 months ago
“Therapy with Katherine was truly an insightful and fulfilling experience. Very quickly I felt comfortable enough to start digging into some of my most vulnerable parts which had brought me to therapy. Katherine's approach valued my own lived experiences, the path that had led me to the place I was, and my conflicting emotions about the whole thing. This was immensely valuable for me. Overall, I can only very highly recommend Katherine!!!”
FMLess than 1 year ago
About Katherine Mancera
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Couples Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Anxiety
Cultural Diversity Issues
Perinatal Mental Health
Childhood Trauma
Intergenerational Trauma
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Existential
Compassion Focused
Experiential Therapy
Culturally Sensitive
Family / Marital
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
QueerFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx, White
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Katherine Mancera
Anxiety? Check. Perfectionism? Double check. You’ve gotten a long way thanks to your hard-driving mind, but lately living inside your brain has been a struggle. Your inner critic constantly picks apart every interaction. Painful memories keep resurfacing, despite your efforts to push them away. Daily invalidations of your queer, Latina, or immigrant identity sting, and loneliness creeps in as you keep your struggles to yourself. You’ve tried everything: drinking, doom scrolling, and self-help books, but nothing has worked. You're left feeling weighed down and hopeless.
Hi, I’m Katherine, and I’m a recovering perfectionist. Therapy helped transform my life, and that’s why it’s my mission to help anxious perfectionists find peace of mind and radical self-love through holistic, tailored therapy. My signature approach blends soulful explorations with practical strategies for managing daily stress and a decolonizing framework.
Through our work, my clients cultivate kindness for themselves, the ability to speak up for their desires, and a deep knowledge of how to take care of themselves through the hard times. That's all possible for you too! Let’s get you the big, easeful, juicy life you’re meant to live.
What should a new client know about working with you?
*Please note that I do not accept Medi-Cal.*
I specialize in working with Latinx individuals and couples, queer folks, and immigrants, as well as prenatal and postpartum people. With warmth, curiosity, and insight, I will support you in breaking free of the painful patterns you have been stuck in so that you can make the changes you've been dreaming of.
*Katherine Mancera Therapy, LMFT #159515*
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I meet with clients weekly for 50 minute sessions virtually or in-person at my office in North Oakland or in the redwoods in the Oakland hills. My work is judgment-free and trauma-informed. My flexible toolkit allows me to tailor my style to each client's goals and preferences.
After you book your first session with me, I'll send you an email with instructions for how we'll meet.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $225 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $225-275 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
I accept Aetna and Quest Behavioral Health, but currently those slots are full. If you have another type of health insurance, I am able to provide the necessary paperwork for out-of-network reimbursement. Clients can also use their Flexible Spending Accounts to pay for sessions.
Office location
Katherine Mancera, LMFT also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Counseling Psychology
Professional memberships
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
NPI number
1760005060
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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21 reviews
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Katherine is a wonderful, kind therapist who provided a safe, unbiased environment that fostered healthy communication.
More than 1 year agoNT
We saw Katherine when we needed some support and after already trying another therapist who wasn't a good fit. Katherine feels very grounded and comfortable. She is a pro at gently nudging you to reflect and edge beyond your comfort zone while feeling 100% safe, which is exactly what I'd hope for from a therapist. She proffered tools and was adept at pivoting approaches when something didn't quite work for us.
She also has excellent style (which provides a great conversation point if you are deflecting her well placed questions).
Less than 6 months agoEH
Therapy with Katherine was truly an insightful and fulfilling experience. Very quickly I felt comfortable enough to start digging into some of my most vulnerable parts which had brought me to therapy. Katherine's approach valued my own lived experiences, the path that had led me to the place I was, and my conflicting emotions about the whole thing. This was immensely valuable for me. Overall, I can only very highly recommend Katherine!!!
Less than 1 year agoFM
I met Katherine during an especially low period in life. I had struggled for years to find a therapist who could hold a safe space for a Queer Latine. During our first session, I knew I had met the right person. I called my mom after our first session and said, "I finally found someone!" Katherine has all the qualities of a good therapist: she's grounded, approachable, and warm but what makes her a great therapist is her ability to bring in different modalities of healing and introspection, and her willingness to receive feedback. She always worked to meet me where I was. She was a tender guide throughout the process of me rebuilding trust with myself and helped me tap into a different source of fuel for my justice-based work (joy/love>rage). Working with Katherine was truly transformative.
Less than 1 year agoIM
I would give Katherine six stars if I could! I've worked with her for a few years now and will continue to do so. She guides me in a gentle, grounded, and supportive manner so that I can uncover solutions that make sense to me and my experience. I've especially benefitted from my "parts" work with Katherine, which has equipped me with tools to love and respect myself. I've also enjoyed fostering my spirituality in these therapy sessions, and I truly believe that I tap into a power greater than myself through my conversations with Katherine. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking peace in their life.
More than 1 year agoAB
Katherine is amazing at what she does. She is warm, compassionate, and patient. Each session feels like an easy, safe, and supportive space where I have full autonomy to decide the direction we go. At the same time, she always has a creative technique or approach ready to help me process when I need it (which, I often do, ha). Her collaborative style makes me feel truly heard and respected, and I’ve never felt pressured or misunderstood, even when talking about my hardest stuff. It’s clear that she genuinely cares about my well-being and growth. I can’t recommend Katherine enough!
More than 1 year agoKM
Katherine is an extremely intelligent and well-rounded practitioner with a great method of customizing her approach toward each session. It’s a privilege getting to work with her. I highly recommend Katherine’s treatment.
More than 1 year agoLS
Katherine is the kind and thoughtful friend I've always wished I had. She listens attentivly and provides gentle guidance on how to make concrete improvments in my life.
More than 1 year agoAM
Katherine is wonderful clinician. She creates a warm and safe environment for deep therapeutic healing and growth. I highly recommend entrusting Katherine with your care.
More than 1 year agoYA
I highly recommend Katherine as a therapist. She is compassionate, thoughtful and so easy to talk to. She asks excellent questions and I always feel safe and supported when I am talking to her.
More than 1 year agoAM
Katherine has been instrumental in helping me navigate personal challenges with care, professionalism, and deep insight. She create a safe, supportive space where I always feel heard and understood. Thanks to their guidance, I’ve made significant progress and feel much more confident in managing my mental health. I highly recommend Katherine to anyone seeking compassionate and effective therapy.
More than 1 year agoNS
I loved working with Katherine. She was always professional, communicative, kind, and open-minded. I looked forward to our sessions and was surprised by how helpful and supportive it has been to work with her. I always felt understood and like Katherine really cared about getting me through what I was going through and provided so many tools to help with this! I can't recommend her more.
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What practice does Katherine Mancera work with?
Katherine Mancera works with Katherine Mancera Therapy.
Where is Katherine Mancera's office located?
Katherine Mancera has 2 office locations in Oakland, view full addresses on Katherine Mancera's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Katherine Mancera?
Katherine Mancera frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Katherine Mancera on their profile.
What languages does Katherine Mancera speak?
Katherine Mancera speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Katherine Mancera in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Katherine Mancera. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.