Meet The Team
At Wellness Ranch, you'll have access to a dedicated team of licensed psychotherapists and seasoned equine specialists who are here to walk you through each session with unparalleled expertise, compassion, and professionalism. Our lead licensed therapist, Angelica Manzo and her husband, Sal Manzo bring years of experience in the mental health and equine specialist fields, respectively; harmonizing the connection between humans and horses. Additionally, we are proud to employ mental health interns and volunteers who are eager to learn and contribute, ensuring a well-rounded approach to each mental health session. Together, our team promises to create a nurturing environment that promotes your mental wellness and growth.
Executive Director
Eagala Certified
Lead Licensed Therapist
Angelica Manzo
Founder of Wellness Ranch Therapy. A licensed therapist, Angelica Manzo brings her mission of awareness and community wellness to life through her passion for Wellness Ranch. Her favorite animal is all her healing companions!
Equine Specialist
Lead Ranch Staff
Sal Manzo
Certified equine therapist at Wellness Ranch, Sal works with Thunder and Rain in order to bring healing to those in need. He works as a fireman in order to save lives on the field, while his equine-therapy brings healing on the ranch!
Dr. Emily Shum
Clinical Supervisor
Angelina Ayres
Associate Therapist
Jadery Leising
Mental Health Intern
Jasmine Manobanda
Mental Health Intern
Karen Chavez
Mental Health Intern
Eva
Ranch Hand and Caretaker
Apply as a Volunteer!
Volunteering with us is a rewarding experience that makes a real impact! Here's how you can get involved:
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Commit to Consistency: We value dedicated, consistent volunteers who help create lasting change. Your regular involvement is key to making a meaningful difference.
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Apply Online: Complete our easy online application form to get started.
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Join Our Team: Once your application is reviewed, we'll reach out with the next steps and all the information you need to begin.