Meet The Team

Tristan Randall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over eight years of experience working with high-acuity clients at various outpatient clinics in Riverside County. Throughout his career, Tristan has collaborated with interdisciplinary psychiatric teams to support clients in achieving their mental health recovery goals. He specializes in working with teens and adults facing mood disorders, anxiety disorders including OCD, trauma recovery, dual diagnosis, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.

Tristan primarily incorporates cognitive recovery modalities, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and Exposure Therapy. In addition, he is a trained eating disorder specialist, having worked within treatment teams that include primary care physicians and residential treatment centers to address the complexities of eating disorders.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Narrative Therapy
Exposure Therapy
Cognitive Recovery Modalities
Trauma Recovery Therapy
Mood Disorders Treatment
Anxiety Disorders Treatment (including OCD)
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorder Therapy
Eating Disorder Treatment

Valoria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from University of Southern California. Valoria’s expertise as a trainer for crisis response and suicide awareness, has led to her to extensive experiences working with individuals in various life stages. Typically when working with clients she utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and other modalities depending on the client and their needs. Valoria believes in meeting the client where they are, and walking with them as they discover the power of healing. Her passion is empowering individuals to understand their true agency in their lives so that they may feel more fulfilled in their personal journeys.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Crisis Response Training
Suicide Awareness Training
Client-Centered Therapy
Empowerment-Based Therapy

Vanessa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who understands that for some individuals, the idea of therapy can be intimidating. The process of opening up, uncovering pain, and confronting feelings may feel overwhelming, but Vanessa is here to support clients through that journey. She offers person-centered individual therapy and couples’ counseling, with a focus on creating a safe, compassionate space for healing.

Vanessa’s experience spans working with school-aged children, adolescents, and adults across a variety of settings. She has spent many years working in behavioral health hospitals and drug rehabilitation centers, where she gained valuable insight into the challenges her clients face. Her approach to psychotherapy is integrative, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and humanistic therapy to help clients move toward reduced suffering and improved functioning.

Her goal is to provide unconditional support as clients work to create positive changes that will impact their lives for the better. Through collaboration, Vanessa helps clients build the best possible version of themselves, learning strategies to reduce stress, overcome depression and anxiety, and improve overall life satisfaction. Vanessa is committed to empowering her clients with the tools and skills needed to develop healthy interpersonal relationships and live an authentic, balanced life.

Modalities: 

Person-Centered Therapy
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Stress Management Therapy
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Counseling
Behavioral Health Support
Addiction and Rehabilitation Counseling
Interpersonal Relationship Counseling
Life Satisfaction and Authentic Living Therapy

Vasundhara completed her Master’s Degree in Social work at California State University, Long Beach and has 10+ years experience in the behavioral health field.

Vasundhara sees couples and individuals ages 17 and older who are seeking therapy for substance abuse disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, trauma, depression, grief and loss. She also has vast experience working in women’s health and perinatal services.

Vasundhara takes a humanistic approach in her therapy practice, believing that every person already possesses what it takes to thrive and is committed to providing a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals to better understand and deepen their self-awareness.

Modalities: 

Humanistic Therapy
Substance Abuse Counseling
Trauma-Informed Care
PTSD Treatment
Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Depression Counseling
Grief and Loss Counseling
Women’s Health-Focused Therapy
Perinatal Mental Health Counseling
Self-Awareness and Insight-Oriented Therapy

Veronica Gonzalez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, licensed in California, with over 20 years of clinical experience. She began her educational journey at a local community college in Norco before earning her BA in Psychology from UC Riverside. This academic path led her to pursue an MS in Clinical Psychology from Cal Poly Pomona. Veronica started her clinical career in 2004 and became a licensed therapist in 2013, later serving as a Clinical Supervisor.

As a proud multicultural Latino American woman, born to immigrant parents from Mexico and Colombia, Veronica’s upbringing in a Spanish-speaking household has allowed her to provide bilingual therapy services. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of working with diverse populations across Southern California. Early in her career, she focused on children, adolescents, and families, addressing a variety of mental health challenges. Veronica also worked with foster youth, juvenile justice-involved youth, and those at risk of becoming wards of the court. Her experience working directly in communities, often in clients’ homes or schools, provided her with a unique and invaluable perspective on the real-world living environments of her clients.

Through her clinical practice, Veronica discovered her passion for addressing trauma, particularly complex trauma, which often goes unrecognized or untreated. She is deeply committed to helping clients understand the impact of unresolved trauma, grief, and other mental health conditions on their relationships and overall well-being. Veronica’s approach empowers individuals to gain insight into their struggles, heal from past wounds, and move forward in life as thrivers, no longer as victims or survivors.

Modalities: 

Trauma-Informed Care
Complex Trauma Treatment
Grief Counseling
Family Therapy
Multicultural Counseling
Bilingual Therapy (Spanish-English)
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Community-Based Therapy
Foster Youth Support
Juvenile Justice-Informed Therapy
Relationship Counseling
Insight-Oriented Therapy
Empowerment-Focused Therapy

Veronica Concepcion Marshall has been working as a Clinical Therapist since 2015. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from Azusa Pacific University, with a concentration in Community Practice and Partnerships. Veronica specializes in working with adults 18 and older, addressing a variety of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, work stress, adjustment disorders, grief, trauma, and cultural identity issues. Her approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. Veronica utilizes a variety of therapeutic methods, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, trauma-informed care, and family systems perspectives. She also integrates a strengths-based approach, including Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Positive Psychology. Veronica believes in the inherent creativity and capacity of individuals to create their own life masterpiece. She works to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their mental health and wellness. Outside of therapy, Veronica enjoys spending time with her family, camping, traveling, and exploring Riverside and the Inland Empire. She also has a deep appreciation for homemade Mexican food (especially her mom’s), sushi, rom-coms, and connecting with nature through walks and hikes.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Seeking Safety
Trauma-Informed Care
Family Systems Perspectives
Strengths-Based Approach
Solution-Focused Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Positive Psychology

Veronica San Juan is a dedicated therapist who believes that every individual is unique, with their own story and experiences. Her approach to therapy is highly personalized, tailored to each client’s distinct values and life journey. She strives to integrate the mind, body, and spirit to foster a sense of well-being, harmony, and improved quality of life. Veronica considers it an honor to support her clients on their paths to growth and healing. Her goal is to equip clients with the tools and strategies needed to heal and move forward independently while helping to identify the core of the issue and restore balance within the family system. Veronica is particularly passionate about working with families, women, and women’s issues. Since earning her Master’s in Psychology from Brandman University in 2010, she has gained extensive experience in addressing women’s intergenerational trauma. She also holds advanced training in maternal mental health, perinatal mental health certification, postpartum support, grief counseling, and is EMDR trained through EMDRIA (9/2019). Additionally, Veronica is proud to offer her services in Spanish.

Modalities: 

Trauma-Informed Therapy
Maternal and Perinatal Mental Health
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Grief Counseling
Family Systems Therapy
Mind-Body-Spirit Integration
Person-Centered Therapy
Spanish-Language Therapy
Empowerment-Focused Therapy for Women

Pamela Burney, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), is deeply committed to the belief that everyone is born with a unique purpose and passion for life. She has a profound dedication to helping individuals facing challenges live healthier, happier, and more meaningful lives. As a compassionate therapist, Pamela creates a safe, open, honest, trusting, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported. Her goal is to collaborate with each client to help them realize and achieve their personal goals.

Pamela earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from Chapman University and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Baptist University. She has been practicing since 2009.

Her professional experience includes working with adults struggling with substance use and abuse disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings, facilitating trauma groups for men and women, and leading spirituality-focused group sessions. Pamela also has an extensive background in community-based health services, particularly in supporting and fostering youth. She enjoys working with couples, individuals, young adults, and families.

Pamela feels privileged to walk alongside clients on their journeys toward healing and growth. Her mission is to help others heal their mind, body, and soul. She welcomes the opportunity to support and empower individuals as they take the courageous steps toward a better place in life. Let the healing begin!

Modalities: 

Trauma-Focused Therapy
Substance Use and Abuse Therapy
Spirituality-Focused Therapy
Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy (Trauma and Spirituality-Focused)

Priscilla Vado, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), has been a dedicated professional in the field of social work for over 12 years. Throughout her career, she has utilized various therapeutic approaches, including brief therapy, psychoeducation, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and task-oriented therapy. Priscilla has provided both family-focused and client-centered therapy, working with individuals across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she is deeply committed to supporting her clients in overcoming life’s challenges and achieving their goals. She considers it a privilege to empower individuals and families on their journey toward growth and healing.

Modalities: 

Brief Therapy
Psychoeducation
Psychodynamic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Task-Oriented Therapy
Family-Focused Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy

Richard is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Richard has a strong passion for mental health which is exhibited through having a good patient rapport, positive attitude and intellectual curiosity towards good patient outcomes.

Richard is dedicated, goal oriented, focused, a good listener and is well versed in forensic psychiatry and behavioral health. Richard has tremendous compassion for individuals with a wide spectrum of mental health disorders and treats them in a holistic way.

Modalities: 

Anxiety, ADD, Autism, Behavioral disorder, Bipolar, Eating disorder, OCD, PTSD, Trauma

Rochelle Ashton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 14 years of clinical experience in the mental health field. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of life challenges and mental health disorders. Rochelle utilizes a range of treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and others, tailored to the specific needs of her clients. She specializes in addressing issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, anger, and relational difficulties. Her goal is to provide clients with a safe and supportive environment where they can openly explore their struggles, develop new skills, discover their innate strengths, and use these strengths to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Family Systems Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gestalt Therapy
Play Therapy (for working with children)
Narrative Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Roxie Hiett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, families and members of the LGBTQ community. She utilizes a strength based approach, keeping in mind that each person is the expert on themselves and has the ability to create a positive change in their life. Most people function fairly well on a daily basis until life events, often coupled with past trauma, tip the balance and they need some help exploring and recognizing ways to regain, or improve, their previous level of functioning. Some people enter therapy to change thinking or behaviors that are impacting their interpersonal relationships, some people enter through the urging of family or friends, and some people come into therapy to increase their self-esteem and their ability to create and maintain healthy boundaries.
Therapeutic approaches are tailored to meet each person’s needs and goals, and may include clients centered, family systems, solution focused, cognitive and behavioral, and acceptance and commitment models. Roxie graduated from Cal State San Bernardino and earned an MSW from Loma Linda University.

Modalities: 

Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families, LGBTQ+ Community
Strength-Based Approach
Trauma-Informed Care
Client-Centered Therapy
Therapy for Behavioral and Thinking Patterns
Therapeutic Modalities: Family Systems, Solution-Focused, Cognitive and Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment
Self-Esteem and Healthy Boundaries

Ruben is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of clinical experience, training, and certifications. He is experienced in providing individual, group, and family therapy to both children and adults. Ruben is well-versed in treating a broad range of disorders and excels in creating individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Modalities: 

Bilingual Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
5 Years of Clinical Experience
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Family Therapy
Children and Adult Therapy
Disorder Treatment Expertise
Individualized Treatment Plans
Client-Centered Approach

Sachelly Ramos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She holds a Bachelor’s in Human Services from Cal State Fullerton and a Master’s in Social Welfare from UCLA. Sachelly’s practice is grounded in a holistic approach to wellness, incorporating mindfulness, meditation, deep breathing, and other modalities. She firmly believes in the mind-body-soul connection as essential to the healing process and that everyone has the potential to become the best version of themselves.

Sachelly specializes in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Family Systems, Childhood Trauma and Abuse, and Grief and Loss. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Sachelly’s aspiration is to leave the world a better place than she found it, echoing the words of Manly P. Hall: “Aspiration is to leave this world a greater human being than when you came here.”

Modalities: 

Holistic Wellness Approach
Mindfulness and Meditation
Deep Breathing Techniques
Mind-Body-Soul Connection
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Treatment
PTSD Treatment
Relationship Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Childhood Trauma and Abuse Treatment
Grief and Loss Support
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Gestalt Therapy
Existential Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Client Empowerment and Self-Improvement

Sarah Riley is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in the High Desert of California. She provides individual, couples, and family therapy and finds great fulfillment in her work. As a solution-focused therapist, Sarah uses a variety of treatment approaches to achieve client-centered goals. Her primary focus is fostering honest communication with her clients and offering quality resources for parents and caregivers. She holds a Master’s in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brandman University and is licensed by the Board of Behavioral Sciences in California. Additionally, Sarah has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Addiction Treatment, and Motivational Interviewing, and applies a wide range of interventions to help clients manage trauma.

Modalities: 

Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Addiction Treatment
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Informed Care
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Parent and Caregiver Support
Client-Centered Therapy
Communication Skills Development
Behavior Management
Resource Provision for Families
Clinical Supervision and Guidance

Dr. Sterling graduated from an APA accredited Ph.D. program in clinical psychology and was first licensed in New York in 1998. Dr. Sterling began his career as a psychologist as a clinical director for a busy Manhattan clinic and moved to California in 1999 where he began seeing patients in private practice. Dr. Sterling has been teaching psychology graduate students and performing forensic evaluations since then and in 2012, became board certified in clinical psychology. Dr. Sterling believes that people benefit from an individualized treatment approach that is built on a sensitive understanding of each person’s unique needs, values and strengths and the most rewarding work for him, is helping students learn the art and science of psychodiagnostic assessment and psychotherapy.

Modalities: 

Clinical Psychology
Psychodiagnostic Assessment
Forensic Evaluations
Individualized Therapy Approach
Psychotherapy
Graduate Student Teaching
Board-Certified Clinical Psychology
Sensitive and Personalized Treatment
Clinical Supervision for Psychologists
Strength-Based Therapy

Shimeka Arnold is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, couples, and families. She is passionate about working with individuals who are open to exploring new approaches to their challenges. Shimeka believes that people are not broken, but simply need to recognize the range of options available to them. She encourages her clients to consider what else is possible as they work toward shifting their current situations.

Modalities: 

Addiction Counseling
Anger Management
Anxiety Treatment
Coping Skills Development
Divorce Counseling
Grief and Loss Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
ADHD Treatment
Autism Spectrum Disorder Therapy
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy
Depression Counseling
Eating Disorder Treatment
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Therapy
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) Therapy
Personality Disorder Treatment
Psychosis Treatment
Spirituality-Based Counseling

Dr. Stefan Ursu is a seasoned psychiatrist based in Riverside, California, with over 20 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy ‘Gr T Popa’ Iasi. Dr. Ursu specializes in psychotic disorders and brings a wealth of expertise to his practice.

Modalities: 

Psychotic Disorder Treatment
Psychiatric Evaluation and Diagnosis
Medication Management for Mental Health
Crisis Intervention
Long-Term Psychiatric Care
Psychopharmacology Expertise
Evidence-Based Treatment for Psychosis

Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of experience working with children, youth, and families. She has a strong background in the medical field, specifically supporting medically fragile children and their families. Stephanie also has experience working with hospice patients and chronically ill individuals, providing compassionate care and guidance to both patients and their families.

Modalities: 

Child and Family Therapy
Support for Medically Fragile Children
Hospice Care Counseling
Chronic Illness Support
Compassionate Care and Guidance
Grief and Loss Counseling
Family Support for Health Challenges
Palliative Care Counseling

Stephanie Kleppe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience working with a diverse range of populations. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Cal State San Bernardino and spent 15 years working with San Bernardino County. Passionate about connecting clients with services that best meet their needs, Stephanie is dedicated to guiding individuals toward solutions and helping them achieve their goals. She believes that her role as a therapist is not to provide the answers, but to support clients in discovering their own answers throughout their journey.

Modalities: 

Solution-Focused Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Supportive Counseling
Service Connection and Resource Navigation
Empowerment-Based Therapy
Goal-Oriented Therapy
Collaborative Therapy
Therapeutic Guidance and Support

Dr. Tami Stokes is a highly skilled and experienced psychologist, offering personalized, evidence-based evaluation and treatment for a wide range of mental health concerns. Specializing in therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, Dr. Stokes helps clients navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and PTSD. Her approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions to support clients on their path to healing.

In addition to her therapeutic expertise, Dr. Stokes is well-versed in conducting evaluations for developmental, IQ, and personality disorders. With a deep understanding of the latest psychological assessment techniques and diagnostic tools, she assists clients in gaining clarity about themselves or their loved ones—whether they’re concerned about developmental delays, behavioral challenges, or seeking insight into cognitive abilities or personality traits. From assessing learning disabilities and developmental delays in children to diagnosing cognitive impairments and personality disorders in adults, Dr. Stokes is committed to helping individuals of all ages achieve better mental health.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Anxiety and Depression Treatment
Mood Disorder Therapy
PTSD Treatment
Developmental Evaluations
IQ and Personality Disorder Evaluations
Learning Disabilities Assessment
Cognitive Impairment Diagnosis
Personality Disorder Diagnosis
Evidence-Based Psychological Assessments

Tammy Makela, LMFT has been working in the field of mental health and school psychology for the past 22 years. She received her Master’s degree from Loma Linda University in Marriage and Family Therapy and undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of California, Riverside. Tammy has been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2005. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults treating a range of mental health needs. She has special interest in treating mental health conditions with neurodivergent individuals including ASD, ADHD, and learning disabilities.Tammy’s approach is client centered, collaborative, and has been described as down-to-earth. Her goal is to help others achieve improved life functioning and improved relationships through a combination of techniques including the use of cognitive-behavioral therapies, which empower the individual to better understand the connection between their thinking, emotions, and behaviors. Tammy is currently taking new clients through telehealth. She provides individual, couples, and family Therapy. She has taken additional training to become a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist. Outside of professional practice, Tammy spends the majority of time with her husband and cats. They enjoy nature, delicious food, music, and togetherness.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Collaborative Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Therapy
ADHD Therapy
Neurodivergent Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Behavioral Therapy
Telehealth Therapy

Teah Barrow, LMFT, has been a licensed therapist for over thirty years, gaining extensive experience working with a variety of populations. While she has worked with many different groups, Teah has a particular passion for working with children. She integrates a range of therapeutic techniques into her sessions, including play therapy, art therapy, and occasionally music therapy, which was her original area of training.

Outside of her professional life, Teah has been happily married for nearly 38 years and is a proud mother to an adult son, grandmother to three beautiful grandchildren, and a loving dog owner. She enjoys a variety of hobbies, such as reading, needle crafts, attending art workshops, interior decorating, and DIY activities. Teah is an avid music lover, primarily enjoying listening to music these days. A homebody at heart, she deeply values and cherishes her family time.

Modalities: 

Play Therapy
Art Therapy
Music Therapy
Child Therapy
Family Therapy
Creative Arts Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Child-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Person-Centered Therapy

Teresa is a dedicated therapist committed to utilizing her education, life experience, and work ethic to share the natural healing power of therapy. She provides quality care and relief to children, adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and couples who are experiencing psychological distress or searching for a more meaningful existence. Teresa helps her clients navigate their journey of self-discovery, healing, and change by instilling hope and confidence for a healthier future.

With a special interest in depressive and anxiety disorders, Teresa is not limited to these areas. She is an interactive therapist who utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her goal is to offer support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.

Teresa ensures that her clients are provided with a safe and comfortable environment where they are treated with respect, dignity, and integrity. She is also bilingual in Spanish, further enhancing her ability to connect with a diverse range of clients.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Disorder Treatment
Interactive Therapy
Life Coaching and Self-Discovery
Trauma-Informed Care
Bilingual Therapy (Spanish)
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy

Dr. Tiffanay Perry is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who holds a Doctorate in Marital
and Family Therapy (DMFT) from Loma Linda University. With over five years of experience
in the mental health profession, Dr. Perry has counseled clients from diverse cultural and
spiritual backgrounds, addressing a wide range of challenging issues and concerns.
Her experience spans working with individuals of all ages, from young children as young as
three to geriatric clients. Dr. Perry specializes in supporting children and teenagers dealing with
anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and various other diagnoses. She has also worked
extensively with adults, families, individuals with severe mental illness, and facilitated group
therapy and parenting classes. Dr. Perry’s approach is informed by strength-based theoretical
frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and
Emotionally Focused Therapy. She firmly believes that individuals possess the innate ability to
navigate the human condition and are the authors of their own stories.
Dr. Perry provides a welcoming, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive environment where
clients, couples, and families can access relevant and tailored intervention strategies. Her
professional approach fosters a safe and collaborative atmosphere, encouraging individuals to
explore and address life’s ongoing challenges. Dr. Perry strives to highlight her clients’
strengths, helping them set meaningful goals to create the life they envision. She is dedicated to
ensuring that clients’ cultural, spiritual beliefs, and values are respected and incorporated into
their therapeutic journey.
Ultimately, Dr. Perry aims to guide clients back to the core of who they are, supporting them in
becoming the person they aspire to be.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Strength-Based Therapy
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
ADHD Treatment
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Parenting Support and Classes
Severe Mental Illness Support
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Spiritually Integrated Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Goal-Oriented Therapy

Toni is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She graduated from Walden University with a Masters of Science in Nursing. Toni fell in love with psychiatry fifteen years ago, in nursing school, when she saw that sometimes all it takes is one bad life event to turn one’s world upside down. It was also then that she realized that one can bounce back from that with the help of therapy and medication. Although Toni has worked in home health and med-surg she has always been a psychiatric nurse at heart. Being a psychiatric nurse is her passion.

Modalities: 

Psychiatric Nursing
Medication Management
Therapy Integration with Medication
Mental Health Crisis Intervention
Psychopharmacology
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis
Behavioral Health Support

Kim Strong is a therapist with over 20 years of experience in Social Work and Mental Health, specializing in working with marginalized populations. She focuses on areas such as self-esteem, self-worth, self-identity, self-acceptance, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships. Kim adopts a “get to the root cause” approach, believing that true and lasting healing occurs when underlying issues are addressed.

She primarily utilizes attachment theory, which provides a comprehensive view of relationships with oneself and others. In collaboration with clients, Kim helps identify negative core wounds, unmet needs, boundaries, and unhealthy behavioral patterns, while exploring how emotions affect thoughts and behaviors through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Kim has a natural ability to truly see and connect with others, empathizing with their feelings, holding space for their pain, and advocating for their needs. She is dedicated to supporting her clients’ self-growth and healing, with a deep curiosity for each individual’s life story. For Kim, there is nothing more beautiful, powerful, or healing than a meaningful conversation.

Modalities: 

Attachment Theory
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Self-Esteem and Self-Worth Counseling
Self-Identity and Self-Acceptance Therapy
Depression and Anxiety Therapy
Interpersonal Relationship Counseling
Trauma-Informed Therapy

Kristie received her Masters in Social Work from California State University in 2001 and has over 15 years of experience working with children, adults and families.

Kristie is passionate about helping others and believes that everyone needs a little support at times. She is driven to help those who are willing to do the therapeutic work to improve themselves. Kristie enjoys working with all ages but loves to be able to focus on adults and families in private practice.

Kristie utilizes an eclectic perspective and aims to individualize her therapeutic treatment plan to meet the needs of her clients.

Modalities: 

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Child Therapy
Adult Therapy

Lavina has been a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist since 2021. Some of Lavina’s focuses include depression, anxiety, trauma, break-up, illness, and grief. Her therapeutic approach is CBT, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, and Client Centered to aid her clients in reaching their goals. Lavina works with clients from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and spiritual belief systems. Her goal is to provide a safe space for clients to feel heard and understood.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy

Leslie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and works with children, youth, adults, and
families who are facing diverse mental health challenges. She enjoys assisting others in creating opportunities to identify and cultivate personal growth and development of self-awareness in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space by utilizing various therapy modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Narrative therapy, Solution-Focused therapy and Play therapy. Leslie has experience in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ concerns, anger management, relationship/family, grief and trauma.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Play Therapy

Dr. Les Scarrott DNP, FNP-C has been a health care professional for more than 25 years. His
nursing career spans across 17 years of experience as a Home Health Nurse, Hospice Nurse,
Nurse Manager, and he is currently a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Doctor of
Nursing Practice (DNP). In addition to his many responsibilities as a primary care provider
working with Desert Valley Medical Group, he also assists in the care of numerous community-
based patients at local Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Residential Care Facilities for the
Elderly (RCFE) and is one of the only primary care providers to provide house call services and
He is the only primary care provider with a Doctor of Nursing Practice associated with Desert
Valley Medical Group. He is also an Associate Medical Director at a local Skilled Nursing
Facility as well as working with several local hospice agencies. He works diligently to provide
timely and compassionate care to terminally ill patients as well as all those in need in our
community.
Dr. Scarrott is passionate about passing on his extensive knowledge and experience to the next
generation of Nurse Practitioners. He accomplishes this by participating in advancing the
knowledge base and qualifications of Nurse Practitioners by mentoring and educating students in
the role of a clinical preceptor. He has worked with Loma Linda School of Nursing,
Chamberlain College of Nursing, and the American College of Nursing to preceptor students for
the past several years.
Dr. Scarrott obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Edmonton in Alberta,
Canada, and furthered his education after immigrating to the United States by obtaining a Master
of Science in Nursing and a Family Nurse Practitioner certification with Chamberlain College of
Nursing and his Doctorate with Chamberlain University.
Dr. Scarrott is now further broadening his education and obtaining a Post Masters Certification
as a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Modalities: 

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Personality Disorder
Sleep Disorder

Lutisha Sanders, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), specializes in helping individuals navigate life’s twists and turns, often finding themselves at crossroads and uncertain about the next step forward. Many of her clients carry the weight of past traumas, seeking solace and understanding as they strive to heal, while others grapple with profound questions about purpose and direction. Lutisha approaches therapy with a deep respect for the multiple truths and unique perspectives that each individual brings, especially for those who have felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood.

Her therapeutic style is rooted in the transformative power of a simple conversation. Lutisha provides a judgment-free space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. Whether guiding clients through challenging life transitions, addressing trauma, or navigating relationship difficulties, her approach is collaborative, supportive, and empowering.

With a focus on fostering positive change and personal growth, Lutisha tailors her therapeutic process to meet each client’s unique needs. She invites potential clients to connect with her for a conversation, where together they can explore their needs and determine the best path forward.

Modalities: 

Collaborative & Empowering – Lutisha fosters a safe, judgment-free space where clients are empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

Trauma-Informed – She specializes in helping individuals process and heal from trauma while guiding them through life transitions and relationship challenges.

Personalized Approach – Lutisha tailors her therapeutic techniques to meet each client’s specific needs, focusing on personal growth and positive change.

Manuel is a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over eight years of experience in healthcare, focusing on emergency room (ER) and behavioral health environments. Driven by the growing demand for specialized mental health care, Manuel advanced his expertise by earning a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. As a PMHNP, he is dedicated to delivering holistic, patient-centered care, adeptly diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of mental health conditions. Manuel’s practice is grounded in evidence-based methodologies, complemented by his empathetic and understanding approach, ensuring that each patient receives personalized, effective treatment.

Modalities: 

Extensive Healthcare Experience – With over eight years in healthcare, Manuel has specialized experience in emergency room (ER) and behavioral health settings, providing care for a wide range of conditions.
Advanced Training – After earning his Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner degree from Western University of Health Sciences, Manuel deepened his understanding and skills to address complex mental health needs.
Patient-Centered, Holistic Approach – Manuel focuses on delivering individualized care, prioritizing the whole person’s well-being while ensuring treatment is aligned with their unique needs and conditions.
Evidence-Based Care – His approach incorporates proven, research-driven practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes, making him a trusted provider in the field.

Melissa earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Behavior, Criminology, Law and Society, and Sociology from the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, further enhancing her expertise in mental health and clinical practice.

As the Vice President of Clinical Services at High Desert, Melissa oversees all clinical services provided, ensuring a high standard of care and organizational excellence. She also supervises MSW interns, passionately mentoring and training the next generation of mental health professionals. Melissa is deeply committed to supporting new providers, fostering their growth, and equipping them with the skills needed to excel in the field.

With a certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) and experience as a CHW supervisor, Melissa is skilled in connecting clients to essential resources and navigating community support systems. Her extensive experience spans working with diverse populations, including at-risk youth, individuals with disabilities, and those managing chronic medical conditions. She takes a strength-based, individualistic approach, empowering clients to leverage their unique abilities while tailoring interventions to their specific needs.

Melissa is also dedicated to serving vulnerable populations, including victims of human trafficking and children with disabilities, providing compassionate, trauma-informed care. Her expertise extends to forensic social work, where she has addressed issues related to juvenile dependency, family law cases, and juvenile delinquency.

Through her leadership, passion for mentorship, and commitment to holistic, client-centered care, Melissa continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of mental health.

Modalities: 

Clinical Leadership and Mentorship – As Vice President of Clinical Services, Melissa oversees high-quality care, mentors MSW interns, and fosters growth among new providers.
Community Health Work – With a background as a Certified Community Health Worker (CHW) and supervisor, Melissa connects clients to essential resources, supporting their holistic well-being.
Strength-Based Approach – Melissa empowers clients by recognizing and leveraging their unique abilities, offering individualized care and interventions tailored to specific needs.
Forensic Social Work – Expertise in juvenile dependency, family law, and juvenile delinquency ensures a comprehensive understanding of the legal aspects that may intersect with mental health care.
Trauma-Informed Care – Melissa provides compassionate care to vulnerable populations, including victims of human trafficking and children with disabilities, using trauma-informed practices.

Michael graduated from California State University, Los Angeles in 2016 with a Master’s of Science in Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential. As a licensed therapist, Michael is passionate about supporting youth and their families through life’s challenges. With over eight years of experience in both non-profit community mental health settings and private practice, Michael has treated individuals struggling with anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, and trauma.

When working with children and adolescents, Michael creates a safe and comfortable environment, often incorporating play therapy to help young clients express themselves and enhance their communication. Michaels’s goal is to help children make sense of and navigate the challenges they face daily, using a language that feels natural to them. With adolescents and adults, Michael adopts a holistic, strength-based approach, fostering a non-judgmental space where individuals can be met exactly where they are in life.

By working collaboratively, Michael helps clients navigate life’s twists and turns, empowering them to find the tools and strength needed to overcome obstacles. Throughout this journey, Michael guides clients in maintaining healthy boundaries, relationships, and fostering positive change for the future.

Modalities: 

Play Therapy – Used with children to help them express themselves naturally and communicate their feelings and thoughts in a way that resonates with their developmental stage.
Holistic, Strength-Based Approach – Focusing on each individual’s strengths, Michael works with clients to empower them to navigate their challenges in a non-judgmental, supportive environment.
Collaborative Process – Michael emphasizes working together with clients to develop coping strategies, maintain healthy boundaries, and foster positive change in their lives.
Adolescent and Adult Therapy – Focusing on providing a safe space for teens and adults to explore their feelings and challenges while building tools for personal growth and overcoming obstacles.

Dr. Michael Geraghty, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for clients ranging in age from 5 through geriatric. He has extensive experience in individual, group, family, and couples therapy. Dr. Geraghty specializes in treating a wide range of concerns, including addictions, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, various forms of abuse (including bullying), PTSD, military-related issues, homelessness, sexual orientation concerns, gender dysphoria, and dementia, as well as supporting caregivers affected by dementia.

Dr. Geraghty’s therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Supportive Psychotherapy, and Affect Regulation Therapy. He also has specialized training and experience in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

As a psychologist, Dr. Geraghty is committed to helping clients achieve understanding, healing, growth, and meaningful change. He creates a collaborative and supportive environment tailored to each individual’s needs. Dr. Geraghty looks forward to providing the therapeutic support necessary to meet clients’ psychological goals and help them navigate life’s challenges effectively.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Focused on helping clients recognize and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Supportive Psychotherapy – Providing clients with emotional support to cope with life’s challenges.
Affect Regulation Therapy – Helping individuals manage and regulate their emotions effectively.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) – Specializing in techniques for emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Michael Josiah is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. Based in Riverside, he provides compassionate care to clients ranging in age from 7 to 90, offering tailored support to meet their unique needs. Michael is deeply committed to improving the well-being of his clients and fostering meaningful change in their daily lives.

Modalities: 

Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Family Practice Care
Individualized Treatment Plans
Compassionate Support for a Range of Ages

Michael Solano is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner whose career in mental health began as a mental health worker in an inpatient psychiatric unit. It was during this time that he developed a deep understanding of dual diagnoses, prompting him to pursue further education to better serve his patients. He graduated from East Los Angeles College as a chemical dependency counselor and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Los Angeles.

Michael continued working in substance abuse and mental health settings, including detox programs and various psychiatric facilities. Recognizing the need to expand his ability to help patients, he pursued a license as a psychiatric technician from Mount San Antonio College. After gaining experience as a psych tech, he sought to further increase his scope of practice by earning his registered nursing (RN) license from Rio Hondo College.

As an RN, Michael made significant contributions to patient care but felt driven to provide even greater support. He earned a Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from Grand Canyon University, which led him to work in management. However, he quickly realized that his passion lay in direct patient care rather than administrative roles. This realization motivated him to continue his education, ultimately graduating as a Nurse Practitioner from Azusa Pacific University.

Michael’s extensive journey in education and professional growth reflects his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of his patients and his dedication to advancing his skills to provide comprehensive mental health care.

Modalities: 

Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Substance Abuse Treatment
Psychiatric Nursing Care
Management in Healthcare (though he transitioned to direct patient care)

Michelle Leary is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Life Coach with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy. With over six years of experience, she has worked with individuals, couples, and families to address a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, divorce, parenting and co-parenting issues, career transitions, and life stages. Michelle has also supported many individuals who have experienced physical trauma and emotional abuse.

Her therapeutic style is empathetic, warm, and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Michelle avoids stigmatizing labels and tailors her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. She integrates techniques from cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, rational-emotive, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing to create harmony in the therapeutic dialogue and develop effective treatment plans.

Michelle believes it takes courage to pursue emotional well-being and make meaningful changes. She is committed to supporting, empowering, and encouraging clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. She welcomes the opportunity to work with clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth.

Modalities: 

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Humanistic Therapy
Rational-Emotive Therapy (RET)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Motivational Interviewing

Monica is a Marriage and Family Therapist who has provided therapy in a variety of settings, including outpatient, inpatient, client homes, schools, prisons, and through telehealth. She began her journey in mental health in 2010, working with at-risk youth at an emergency shelter. Monica’s goal is to help children reach their highest potential and support families in creating more harmonious lives.

Throughout her career, Monica has worked with individuals, families, couples, and groups, addressing a wide range of issues, including career counseling, depression, emotion regulation, communication skills, parenting skills, anger management, grief and loss, relational skills, self-esteem and empowerment, crisis intervention, and self-awareness.

Monica believes therapy is a collaborative process and works with clients to increase self-awareness, gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and enhance personal strengths to create a more meaningful life. She has completed the first level of Gottman Couples Therapy Method and utilizes a variety of treatment modalities, including play therapy, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions.

Modalities: 

Play Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Family Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Gottman Couples Therapy Method (First Level)

Myriam Cubillo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to creating a judgment-free space that fosters trust and connection within the therapeutic process. She finds joy in helping others and feels honored to witness the growth and development of her clients. Myriam’s therapeutic approach is client-centered and solution-focused, primarily utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness techniques to help clients achieve their goals.

She specializes in addressing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic illness, end-of-life care, new medical diagnoses, life transitions, and caregiver support.

Myriam earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Bradley University in Peoria, IL, and her Master’s degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. With 19 years of experience in Medical Social Work, she became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2017, enabling her to focus on assisting individuals with mental health needs. Fluent in Spanish, Myriam offers individual therapy via telehealth for clients aged 18 and older.

I look forward to working with you as a team in order to identify and meet your goals.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness Techniques

Nali Persaud is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Nali is licensed in both New York and California. She received her Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 2006 and her Master’s degree in Social Work from City University of New York-Lehman College in 2014.

Nali has worked in a variety of clinical settings including domestic violence/homeless shelters, emergency psychiatric teams and private practice. She has over 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of challenges and issues.

Nali believes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health treatment and instead she will tailor treatment to the individual. Nali’s treatment methods include CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Interpersonal Therapy.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

Nestor J Sanchez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. He earned his M.S. degree from California State University, Northridge and has focused his career on helping patients in underserved communities. Nestor has years of experience in Los Angeles and Riverside working with children, teenagers, elders, and families. He has assisted many who have dealt with anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, family of origin issues, domestic violence and PTSD. Nestor utilizes a warm and personal approach to serve his clients and believes that therapy should be a collaborative process. Nestor believes in the power of self-awareness in helping individuals achieve an authentic, satisfying way of life. He hopes to provide a therapeutic experience that is enlightening and empowering to all patients.
Philosophy: “I believe that success in therapy is when a therapist “works themselves out of a job” which focuses on the value each session can have and the importance of finding resolution to return to the life each person deserves.”

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Person-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Family Therapy

Noha Metry is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), and her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Azusa Pacific University (APU). Noha has experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from middle school-aged children to geriatric clients, and from diverse cultural backgrounds.

In recent years, her practice has focused extensively on working with children aged 0-9 and their families, addressing a wide range of challenges such as trauma and PTSD, anger management, life transitions and stressors, grief and loss, aggression, defiance, and more. She also works closely with caregivers, providing parenting skills, techniques, and psychoeducation to support child and family therapy.

Noha’s therapeutic approach integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, tailoring her methods to meet each client’s unique needs. Her goal as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. She collaborates with clients to help them achieve healthier, more successful, and meaningful lives.

Modalities: 

Attachment-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

O’Neil Presuel is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. With over seven years of experience as a nurse in the healthcare field, he has worked in various settings, including the ICU, ED, and behavioral health. He graduated from Loma Linda University, obtaining both his Bachelor’s and Doctoral degrees in Nursing. His patient care is rooted in a holistic approach, emphasizing empathy, compassion, and autonomy.

As a second-generation immigrant, with parents who migrated from Mexico, he is deeply passionate about providing culturally competent care and representing Latino healthcare providers. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, listening to music, reading, and staying active.

Modalities: 

Culturally Competent Care
Holistic Approach to Mental Health
Patient-Centered Care (emphasizing empathy and autonomy)

Ofelia Johnson is a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. She is passionate about helping individuals navigate and heal from traumatic experiences, fostering hope and promoting a healthier perspective on life. Ofelia has extensive experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals in various settings, including outpatient programs, residential facilities, substance use treatment centers, and community behavioral health services. She tailors her therapeutic approach to meet each client’s unique needs through a trauma-informed lens. Her therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and engaging. Ofelia believes that healing occurs in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel empowered to explore their experiences. She incorporates trauma-informed practices and techniques such as brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapy to help clients achieve growth and transformation. Known for her compassionate and down-to-earth communication style, Ofelia provides direct feedback when needed to facilitate personal development. Her goal is to help individuals discover their inner voice, empowering them to feel seen, heard, and valued as they progress on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Modalities: 

Trauma-Informed Therapy
Brainspotting
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy

Dr. Graham Mitchell is a Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist from Seattle, Washington. He attended the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and graduated from the psychiatry residency at Los Angeles + USC Medical Center in 2011. He believes in patient autonomy, and that clients should participate in making decisions about their care. Clients are an essential member of their treatment team, and their input is highly valued.

Modalities: 

Addiction, anger, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, LGBT, Depression, eating disorder, Loss, OCD, ODD, Personality disorder, spirituality, trauma

Jacqueleen “Jacquie” Yerena is a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) at High Desert Psychological Services. She graduated from the University of California, Riverside, in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and earned her Master’s in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2020.

With six years of experience in the mental health field, Jacquie is passionate about creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe and connected. She believes that finding the right therapist, someone you can trust, is crucial to the healing process. Jacquie has worked with a diverse range of clients, focusing particularly on adolescents and adults. Her goal is to provide a supportive space where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported in their journey toward personal growth and healing.

Jacquelyn Brooks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in social work, including foster care and adoptions, developmental services, counseling, medical social work, and supervising and teaching MSW students and ASWs. She holds a degree from USC School of Social Work and is passionate about supporting individuals on their therapeutic journeys.

Jacquelyn provides a compassionate, non-judgmental environment, tailoring her approach to each client’s needs. She utilizes a variety of treatment modalities, including strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, client-centered, and narrative therapies, while incorporating expressive therapy when appropriate. Her therapeutic style is warm, humorous, open, and honest, focusing on building a collaborative relationship with clients. Jacquelyn believes in meeting clients where they are and gently guiding them toward their goals, using empathy and understanding to foster growth and healing. She is committed to helping clients tap into their strengths and achieve the personal goals they are passionate about.

Modalities: 

CBT, Person Centered, Narrative Therapy

Dr. Garcia is a bilingual psychiatrist based in Los Angeles, where he also serves as the psychiatric medical director for a hospital network in the area. He earned his Medical Degree from Stanford University and completed his psychiatric training at LA County-USC. Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Garcia enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his family.

Modalities: 

Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar,

Janice Richardson is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She received a Bachelor of Science degree from Howard University, Master of Science degree in Nursing from Western University of Health Sciences and her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate from Azusa Pacific University of Health Sciences. As a board certified PMHNP she is driven to build strong relationships with clients and their families. While performing as a client advocate in a more significant role in treatment and diagnosing. Her nursing career has allowed her to cultivate her passion and dedication for improving access to health care to a broad community while ensuring safe quality client centered care.

Modalities: 

Anxiety, ADD, Autism

Dr. Jasmine Board is committed to advocating for her clients and empowering them to become advocates for themselves. She focuses on helping clients identify triggers related to issues such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and substance use, guiding them toward peace and effective solutions to overcome mental health challenges. Dr. Board has experience working with a diverse range of populations, bringing a broad understanding and compassionate approach to her practice.

Modalities: 

Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, EMDR, Eating Disorder, Gender Dysphoria, Loss, Trauma,

Jason earned his Master’s of Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino in 2003. Since then, he has worked extensively with patients experiencing long-term illness and organ failure, focusing on crisis management, adjustment disorders, symptom-targeted interventions, and life coaching. Jason’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, chronic illness, anger management, grief and loss, interpersonal skills, relationships, video game addiction, and issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ community.

Modalities: 

Crisis Management
Adjustment Disorders
Symptom-Targeted Interventions
Life Coaching
Anxiety
Depression
Chronic Illness Support
Anger Management
Grief and Loss Counseling
Interpersonal Skills Development
Relationship Counseling
Video Game Addiction
LGBTQIA+ Issues Counseling

Jeanne McKellar (she/her) is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families improve personal wellness and relationship satisfaction. Her expertise includes working with the LGBT community, identity development concerns, anxiety management, anger management, overcoming codependence, life transitions, and grief/loss/bereavement. Jeanne is skilled in multiple therapeutic modalities, which are tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. If a concern is outside her scope of practice, she provides appropriate referrals. Whether you are dealing with an unexpected challenge, seeking to strengthen coping skills, or looking to break old habits, Jeanne works collaboratively with clients of all ages to achieve academic, career, and relational success.

Modalities: 

Marriage and Family Therapy
LGBT+ Affirmative Therapy
Identity Development
Anxiety Management
Anger Management
Codependency Treatment
Life Transitions
Grief/Loss/Bereavement Counseling
Tailored Therapeutic Modalities
Coping Skills Development
Habit Breaking
Academic Success Support
Career Success Support
Relational Success Support
Child, Adolescent, and Adult Therapy

Jennifer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who understands that therapy can feel intimidating for some people. Opening up and confronting painful emotions can be overwhelming, but with years of experience working with school-aged children, adolescents, and adults in various settings, including behavioral health hospitals and drug rehabilitation centers, Jennifer offers person-centered individual therapy and couples counseling.

Using an integrated approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and humanistic therapy, Jennifer works to help clients reduce suffering and improve functioning. Her goal is to empower clients by providing unconditional support and practical strategies to overcome challenges such as stress, depression, anxiety, and life satisfaction.

Through collaboration, Jennifer helps clients develop healthier interpersonal connections and work toward creating an authentic, fulfilling life.

Modalities: 

Person-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Stress Management
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Life Satisfaction Improvement
Interpersonal Relationship Development

Jennifer Greeno is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over six years of experience providing mental health services in the high desert region. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Neuroscience from the University of California, Riverside, and her Master of Social Work degree from California State University, San Bernardino.

With a strong foundation in community mental health, Jennifer has worked with individuals who have experienced violence in interpersonal relationships and veterans facing end-of-life concerns. Recently, her focus has shifted to assisting those with attention and behavioral issues, as well as those dealing with a variety of mood and anxiety disorders, and serious mental illnesses.

Jennifer is passionate about working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, offering both individual and group therapy. Clients can expect kindness, compassion, and the utmost respect in their therapeutic journey. Jennifer believes that it takes great courage to confront personal challenges and is honored to support clients as they work to make meaningful changes in their lives, moving towards mental health and stability.

Modalities: 

Community Mental Health Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Interpersonal Violence Support Therapy
End-of-Life Counseling for Veterans
Attention and Behavioral Issue Therapy
Mood Disorder Therapy
Anxiety Disorder Therapy
Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Therapy
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Compassionate Therapy Approach

Jennifer Morrow is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned both her BASW and MSW from CSUSB. She is bilingual, fluent in Spanish. Jennifer is currently obtaining her certification for EMDR. With over 10 years of experience in the field with a background and experience in helping individuals with complex trauma, medical trauma, depression, and anxiety. Her interest in reproductive health counseling began when she faced her own struggles with infertility and miscarriage. She focuses on assisting individuals and couples in coping with assisted reproductive treatment and life thereafter. Jennifer also has a passion for working with women’s issues and perinatal mental health.

Her approach to treatment is person-centered, working at the client’s pace and helping them discover their internal resources. She primarily uses a mindfulness approach, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy,IPT, and CBT.

Jennifer aims to support clients by exploring hope (“esperanza”) through difficult times. She provides a safe space for clients to find strength during life-altering experiences. She recognizes this as an exciting time and encourages clients to be proud of taking the leap towards finding peace and understanding through grief and loss.

Modalities: 

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Complex Trauma Therapy
Medical Trauma Therapy
Reproductive Health Counseling
Perinatal Mental Health Therapy
Women’s Issues Support Therapy
Grief and Loss Support Therapy

Jennifer Macias is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to learning about people and advocating for mental health. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Sociology and Women’s Studies from the University of California, Riverside, in 2009. After working in affordable housing, she completed her Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern California in 2014.

Since then, Jennifer has served diverse communities, including working with the Medi-Cal and Medicare populations in managed health care and providing psychotherapy services at various agencies. She has a strong commitment to serving marginalized communities, women, and LGBTQ+ populations. Certified in motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, Jennifer is passionate about connecting with individuals and assisting them in their journey toward improved mental health.

Modalities: 

Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy
LGBTQ+ Support Therapy
Women’s Mental Health Support
Marginalized Community Support
Mental Health Advocacy

Jennifer is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Loma Linda University and has completed her clinical training at Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center and Behavioral Health Institute with an emphasis on providing expert care to individuals with a range of psychiatric conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Jennifer is seeing patients ages 5+ out of our Sand location.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Jennifer is skilled in conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and prescribing medications when necessary to help patients and their families better manage their mental health conditions.

With a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care, Jennifer is committed to helping her patients achieve their mental health goals and improve their overall quality of life. She is a member of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and stays up to date with the latest research and best practices in the field.

Modalities: 

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations
Individualized Treatment Plans
Medication Management and Prescription
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Treatment
Bipolar Disorder Management
Schizophrenia Management
Patient-Centered Care
Mental Health Goal Setting
Quality of Life Improvement
Compassionate Care Approach
Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Care

Jess Converse has spent years working toward his LCSW in California, providing mental health services to residents of Skid Row in Los Angeles. During this time, he honed his skills in various therapeutic approaches, particularly working with clients whose symptoms were consistent with psychosis. This experience sparked his search for the root causes of these symptoms, leading him to Bessel Van Der Kolk’s book The Body Keeps the Score, which views mental health symptoms through the lens of trauma. This book inspired Jess to pursue EMDR training and supervision with Paul Miller, where he developed protocols for Complex PTSD, Dissociation, and Psychosis, utilizing ICoNN case conceptualizations for EMDR processing.

Encouraged by the positive outcomes with his clients, Jess expanded his work to other populations, connecting with the LA LGBT Center. There, he further developed his skills in providing EMDR, CBT, IFS, Mindfulness, and Transpersonal Psychology approaches to clients within the world’s largest LGBT program. Jess is also experienced in providing psychedelic therapy and recently presented research at the 2024 International Conference on Psychedelic Pharmacology and Psychedelic Research, where he and his team received the Certificate of Best Presentation Award for exploring the impact of group EMDR (G-TEP) for individuals preparing for Ayahuasca ceremonies.

Jess is an EMDR Certified therapist and Consultant with EMDRIA as well as HAP, and he has experience providing individual and group consultation to guide other EMDR therapists in their professional development.

Modalities: 

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness Therapy
Transpersonal Psychology
Psychedelic Therapy
Group EMDR (G-TEP)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Complex PTSD Treatment
Dissociation Therapy

Joanne Farrell-Anderson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to supporting individuals in achieving their personal goals. She specializes in helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and school behavior problems in children. Using a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Life Coaching, and Art Therapy/Play Therapy, Joanne works with children aged 7 and up, adolescents, young adults, individuals, couples, and families.

With 25 years of experience as an elementary school teacher, Joanne brings a wealth of knowledge in working with children, families, and behavior management. As a retired military wife, she understands the unique stresses and challenges that military life can impose on families, and she is committed to helping families navigate transitions and cope with life’s constant changes.

Joanne holds a Master of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Educational Technology, and a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. Her broad range of experiences equips her to support clients in achieving their personal goals with compassion and expertise.

Modalities: 

Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Life Coaching
Art Therapy
Play Therapy
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Behavior Management Therapy
Military Family Support Therapy

John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned his Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and holds a degree in Social Work with a minor in Education from Occidental College. With a broad range of experience, John has worked with diverse populations, including families, children, and youth in community mental health, as an inpatient and outpatient therapist in a chemical dependency and substance use program, and as a medical social worker providing support to the geriatric population and individuals with terminal illnesses.

John’s therapeutic approach is rooted in person-centered, self-love focused, and Rogerian principles, allowing him to provide compassionate and individualized care to those he serves.

Modalities: 

Person-Centered Therapy
Self-Love Focused Therapy
Rogerian Therapy
Family Therapy
Child and Youth Therapy
Chemical Dependency and Substance Use Therapy
Medical Social Work
Geriatric Therapy
Terminal Illness Support

Jonathan Wilson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in mental health care. He has a proven track record of effectively working with diverse client populations in both individual and group settings. Jonathan’s areas of expertise include grief, loss, depression, and anxiety, as well as providing support to clients in crisis and those experiencing suicidal ideation. His compassionate approach allows him to meet clients where they are and guide them toward healing and recovery.

Modalities: 

Grief and Loss Therapy
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Suicidal Ideation Support
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy

Kanwal is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She graduated from the University of LaVerne with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Kanwal offers a safe, non-judgmental environment in which clients can gain insight into current and past behaviors, freely explore life stressors and their connection to current functioning, and use positive coping skills to improve their quality of life. Her clinical interests include working adults and couples. Kanwal is comfortable communicating in Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.

Modalities: 

Marriage and Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy
Insight-Oriented Therapy
Stress Management Therapy
Coping Skills Development

Dr. Karence Belton is a licensed Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy in California with experience working with individuals aged 5 to 85. She has supported clients dealing with marital issues, family distress, addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, and cancer.

Her approach combines Narrative, Person-Centered, Gestalt, Emotionally-Focused, Solution-Focused, and Mindfulness therapies, ensuring that all aspects of a client’s identity are honored. Dr. Belton creates a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals and heal.

She is committed to helping clients confront trauma, break generational patterns, and uncover self-love. Dr. Belton believes healing and restoration are always possible.

Modalities: 

Narrative Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Emotionally-Focused Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy

Kathleen is a licensed clinical social worker who received her master’s in social welfare from UCLA. Since joining the field in 2016, she has worked in emergency response at the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services and Ventura County Behavioral Health Crisis Team. Currently, Kathleen works as a clinic administrator for the Santa Paula and Fillmore Youth and Family clinic.

She is a bilingual and bicultural therapist who utilizes a person-centered lens to help clients create meaningful change in their life. She utilizes techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), trauma-informed, solution-focused, and anti-oppressive practices to support clients through difficult transitions.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Anti-Oppressive Practices
Person-Centered Therapy

Cherita focuses on anxiety and panic disorders, depression, PTSD, personal growth and self-esteem, general relationship challenges (including with family, friends, and co-workers), marriage and partnerships, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and family therapy. Driven by a deep desire to serve others, Cherita is committed to supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges, from everyday life hiccups that require coaching to profound grief that can be paralyzing. Her lived experiences have shaped her into a guiding light, allowing her to offer hope and support. With an innate passion for helping others and a personal history of tragedy, Cherita provides families with the care and guidance they need. For her, this work is more than just a career; it is a way to give back to the community that supported her and an opportunity to serve others with compassion.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Couples/Marriage Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Grief Counseling
Relational Therapy

Christiane is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience, offering support to individuals through moments of despair, loss, sadness, adjustment, and transition. Understanding that each person experiences life uniquely, Christiane tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the individual needs of her clients. She has worked across diverse settings, including drug and alcohol treatment, individual therapy, gender-affirming care, and group therapy. Christiane is skilled in various therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, positive psychology, and mindfulness. She values the client-therapist collaboration and, during sessions, provides support, insight, resources, and skills to help clients live their most authentic and healthy lives.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Positive Psychology
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therap

Cindy Avelar is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker, having earned her Master’s in Social Work from California State University San Bernardino in 2018. Since then, she has been dedicated to honing her clinical skills, demonstrating a profound commitment to her profession.

Her experience spans across diverse age groups, from children to older adults.With a particular passion for aiding clients dealing with trauma, Cindy actively pursues continuous training to enhance her skills, ensuring she can better assist those in need. Her areas of expertise include trauma, depression, anxiety, working with foster youth, and substance use issues, among others.

Modalities: 

Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Substance Abuse Counseling
Strength-Based Therapy
Bilingual Therapist

Cindy Salbino is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She began her psychology career in the early 1990’s but then changed her career to nursing. She received her nursing license from Victor Valley College in 2008 and Bachelor of Nursing degree from Grand Canyon University in 2016. While working as an RN in the Intensive Care Unit, the Telemetry floor, and in Administration, Cindy was constantly being pulled to psychiatric patients and felt the need to help them. After being certified by the county to write 5150 holds, she still felt this was not helping patients. She then decided to go back to school and finish the degree that she had started so long ago.

In 2022 Cindy received her Master of Nursing degree – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University. During that time Cindy interned at High Desert Psychological Services for one year. She is excited to be back as part of the team to help her community.

Modalities: 

Psychiatric Evaluation and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacology
Crisis Intervention
Trauma-Informed Care
Integrated Care Approach
Patient Education and Advocacy
Person-Centered Therapy
Community Mental Health

Dalya Mikhail, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a diverse background in counseling and education. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychobiology from the University of California, Riverside, and her master’s degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Child, and Family Therapy from the University of Phoenix. Dalya is also a credentialed school psychologist with experience working with children and adolescents facing a range of learning disabilities, including Emotional Disturbance. Fluent in Egyptian Arabic, she serves children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.

Dalya’s therapeutic approach is eclectic, drawing from her extensive training and experience. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and play therapy. Her areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, stress management, learning disabilities, parenting, and relationship issues.

Dalya’s goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can address their concerns and collaborate to process their struggles, fostering positive change. She also offers counseling from a Christian perspective upon request.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Play Therapy
Christian Counseling (upon request)

Dr. Dana Mathews is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with a doctorate in psychology from The Chicago School. She specializes in supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma, social anxiety, geek culture, giftedness, climate grief/anxiety, and existential anxiety. Her primary therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Mathews conducts psychological evaluations for various purposes, such as assessing ADHD, autism, and giftedness. Her extensive experience includes roles in college counseling centers, trauma clinics, substance abuse treatment centers, and private psychological testing offices. She also provides individual and group supervision for psychological interns at different levels.

Dr. Mathews is dedicated to creating a supportive and accepting environment for her clients, helping them explore their challenges, strengths, and identities. She works collaboratively with clients to set goals, address unhelpful patterns, and develop strategies for achieving their desired outcomes.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Psychological Testing and Assessment
Supervision for Psychological Interns

David Fallon has been working in the field of psychology for nearly 20 years, and has been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2012. He has worked with children as well as adults of all ages. He specializes in treating serious mental illnesses including depression, bipolar, anxiety, PTSD, and psychotic disorders. He also worked for several years with homeless individuals directly on the streets.

Modalities: 

Treatment of Serious Mental Illnesses
Trauma-Focused Therapy (PTSD)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Community-Based Mental Health
Crisis Intervention

Deidra Wells is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Rancho Cucamonga, California. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and my Master’s degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Phoenix.I have been in the field for 11 years in various therapy settings. My specialties include addiction counseling with treatment of underlying mental health disorders or life challenges, such as codependency, depression, trauma, ADHD, childhood issues, abuse or anxiety. I also assist with crisis interventions and improving self-motivation and self-esteem issues. My therapeutic style is eclectic. I utilize dialect behavioral therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused interventions, evidence-based practices, and experiential therapy. My goal as a Therapist is to provide a supportive environment and assist individuals, couples, and/or families to address their concerns by working together to process life’s obstacles. I strongly believe in empowering, educating, challenging, and supporting clients in their recovery and healing.

Modalities: 

Addiction Counseling
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Interventions
Experiential Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Trauma-Informed Care
Treatment for ADHD
Support for Codependency
Self-Motivation and Self-Esteem Building

Deyanira Gibson is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 17 years of experience in forensic psychiatric mental health nursing. She is deeply passionate and committed to promoting the health and well-being of individuals through integrity, compassion, and holistic care. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Deyanira provides psychiatric mental health services to individuals aged 12 to 80. She is dedicated to helping individuals from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, aiming to offer inclusive and comprehensive care for all.

Modalities: 

Psychiatric Evaluation and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacology
Holistic Care Approaches
Forensic Psychiatric Mental Health Services
Bilingual Counseling (English and Spanish)
Inclusive and Culturally Competent Care
Adolescent to Geriatric Psychiatric Services (ages 12 to 80)

Elisa Braggins is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience since 2014. She holds a Master of Science in Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from California State University, Fullerton. Elisa specializes in working with adults and adolescents aged 12 and over, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns.

With a natural inclination to help others, Elisa was drawn to a career in therapy. Her approach is interactive, empathetic, and solution-focused, with a goal of empowering individuals to achieve their highest potential and succeed in their personal lives. Outside of her professional practice, Elisa enjoys spending time with her family, camping, exploring the outdoors, and playing with their new family puppy.

Modalities: 

Solution-Focused Therapy
Adolescent and Adult Counseling
Empowerment-Based Therapy
Interactive and Empathetic Counseling
Personal Growth and Development Therapy

Elizabeth Myers is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Rancho Cucamonga, California. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of La Verne and a Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. A member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Elizabeth has been practicing therapy since 2013 and has primarily worked with at-risk school-aged children, adolescents, and their families since 2015.

Elizabeth has experience addressing a variety of mental health and relational concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, grief, parenting, adjustment to life transitions, and educationally related mental health issues. She strives to meet clients where they are, providing the support and tools necessary to create positive, lasting changes. Elizabeth’s therapeutic approach is eclectic, incorporating strength-based, client-centered, play, solution-focused, and cognitive-behavioral modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Passionate about working with children and families, Elizabeth focuses on facilitating a safe space for improving communication skills, building secure attachments, and fostering strong relationships. She offers counseling from a Christian perspective upon request and is currently accepting new clients aged 5 and above.

Modalities: 

Strength-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Play Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Christian Counseling (upon request)
Child and Family Counseling
Educationally Related Mental Health Services
Trauma-Informed Care
Anger Management Counseling
Grief Counseling
Parenting Support
Life Transition Counseling

Chad Elliott Kiedrowski, known as Elliott, has been working in the mental health field since 2005, specializing in chronic issues such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. He has gained experience across a variety of settings, including foster care, detention facilities, private practice, and workman’s compensation and county agencies. Elliott is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has spent the last four years supervising clinical treatment, guiding new therapists toward improving their treatment skills. His approach to therapy is client-centered, focusing on exploring personal insights, strengths, and promoting empowerment to support clients in their journey toward healing.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Informed Care (PTSD)
Client-Centered Therapy
Chronic Mental Health Issues Treatment
Supervision and Training for Therapists
Strength-Based Therapy
Empowerment-Focused Therapy

Emelyn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated from Azusa Pacific University in 2013. She has over 10 years of experience doing intensive work with children, youth and families in the non profit sector addressing issues that range from PTSD, ODD, domestic violence, substance abuse, ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger management, grief and loss, and sexual abuse.
Emelyn’s therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and psychodynamic approach. Her therapeutic style is open and empathetic, she does not take herself too seriously, and is humorous. Above all Emelyn shows compassion to her patients and treats them with unconditional positive regard.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care (PTSD, Sexual Abuse)
Anger Management
Substance Abuse Counseling
Child and Family Therapy
ADHD and Anxiety Treatment
Grief and Loss Counseling
Unconditional Positive Regard
Empathetic and Compassionate Therapy

Eric has extensive experience working with diverse age groups, ranging from children to older adults. He has a particular passion for helping clients dealing with trauma and is committed to continuous training to enhance his skills, ensuring he can provide the best support possible. His areas of expertise include trauma, depression, anxiety, working with foster youth, and substance use issues, among others.

Modalities: 

Trauma-Informed Care
Depression and Anxiety Treatment
Foster Youth Support
Substance Use Counseling
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Multigenerational Counseling
Client-Centered Therapy
Continuous Professional Development and Training

Erika is an experienced and dedicated Bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over nine years of expertise in providing multicultural mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She is skilled in individual, group, and family therapy, crisis intervention, and offering clinical supervision to colleagues. With a proven ability to manage high-risk cases, Erika develops treatment plans and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, client-centered care. She is also proficient in telehealth services and remote work environments, and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Modalities: 

Multicultural Mental Health Services
Individual, Group, and Family Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Clinical Supervision
High-Risk Case Management
Treatment Plan Development
Client-Centered Care
Bilingual in English and Spanish

Faramarz Shahinpouri, known as Max, is a highly experienced and dedicated professional with over 30 years of service in the social and mental health fields. His journey into this career was deeply influenced by his own psychological experiences as a young medic during wartime, where he witnessed and assisted the wounded and dying. This life-altering experience sparked his commitment to protect, preserve, and enhance the quality of life for others, a mission he continues to pursue to this day.

Max’s career began as an MSW student, where he served an underserved immigrant community in an elementary school setting. After earning his Master of Social Work degree in 1992, he contributed to a home health organization by writing its policy and procedure handbook and assisting as a director and medical social worker. In 1993, Max transitioned to Riverside County’s Division of Children Services, where he worked for 14 years, providing family support services such as Family Maintenance, Family Preservation, and Family Reunification. During this time, he also facilitated parenting classes, sex offender prevention groups, and served as a board member for the Corona-Norco School District.

In 2009, Max became a Mental Health Therapist in Arkansas, working in two outpatient clinics until 2014. Since 2019, he has been providing mental health services to children, adults, and families in Riverside through both private and agency practices.

As a licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Max has remained committed to the highest ethical standards and practices. He continues to learn and grow in his field, striving to provide the best care for his clients while maintaining a deep sense of honor and service in his work.

Modalities: 

Anger management, anxiety disorder, greif/loss, family/couples , PTSD, personality disorder, Post traumatic disorder, trauma, moos disorders , mens issues, sexual abuse, parenting, social skills .

Flora Diamreyan, is a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with over 15 years of experience in delivering comprehensive care to patients with both physical and mental health conditions. She has expertise in working with diverse age groups and backgrounds, providing evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and medication management, including psychotropic medications. Flora is known for her empathetic, friendly approach and has built strong interpersonal relationships with both clients and colleagues.

Her communication skills are exceptional, and she is always open to feedback, continually striving for improvement in both her personal and professional life. Throughout her career, Flora has held various roles, including supervisory, managerial, and administrative positions, as well as conducting utilization reviews.

Flora is deeply passionate about providing mental health care, educating her clients on their conditions, and working to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Modalities: 

Anxiety, ADD, Bipolar

Gabriela Gomez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Rancho Cucamonga, California. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. Gabriela is bilingual in Spanish and provides therapy to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.

Her therapeutic style is eclectic, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic methods, mindfulness-based approaches, and play therapy. Gabriela specializes in treating issues related to depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, and work-related challenges.

Her goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment in which individuals, couples, and families can feel comfortable addressing their concerns, processing struggles, and working toward positive change.

Modalities: 

Bilingual in Spanish. Sees children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. CBT, psychodynamic methods, mindfulness based approaches, and play therapy. Specialties include, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships and work-related issues.

Dr. Duprez has been working in the field of mental health for over 40 years. He holds a doctorate in counseling from USC and two master’s degrees from Cal State Los Angeles, one in marriage and family counseling and the other in special education. Dr. Duprez currently specializes in providing psychological evaluations and supervision to doctoral-level psychology students. He has always considered it a blessing to engage in meaningful work that helps people heal and grow, and it has been his life’s work.

Modalities: 

Psychological Evaluations
Supervision
Marriage and Family Counseling
Special Education Counseling
Person-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Integrative Therapy

Gloria Sudeta is a dedicated healthcare professional with a diverse background in nursing. She began her career in 2006 as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and went on to graduate with her Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) degree in 2015. In 2020, Gloria became a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Her experience spans across various fields, including psych, med/surg, hospice, palliative care, and emergency services.

Having worked in the emergency room as an FNP and in private practice as a PMHNP, Gloria is deeply passionate about providing exceptional care to her patients and serving her community with the utmost dedication.

Modalities: 

Anxiety, ADD, Autism, Behavioral disorder, Bipolar, Eating disorder, OCD, PTSD, Trauma

Adriana Hermosillo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental space for therapy to individuals from all walks of life. Passionate about healing and personal transformation, Adriana specializes in working with clients dealing with low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, and a range of other emotional challenges. Her approach is rooted in guiding clients towards finding balance, self-acceptance, and emotional resilience.

Adriana’s work is centered on empowering individuals to discover their own paths to healing, helping them feel more grounded, secure, and confident in their lives. She believes in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, where a strong connection and positive attachment can help heal deep emotional wounds. Through open communication and collaboration, Adriana supports her clients in learning self-compassion, setting healthy boundaries, and ultimately thriving in all areas of life.

Adriana currently offers both telehealth and in-person psychotherapy to individuals living in California. She understands that the process of seeking therapy can be intimidating, and encourages potential clients to reach out, ask questions, and explore whether they would be a good match to work together.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Strength-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Psychoeducation

Alejandro Ornelas brings over ten years of experience across public, private, and non-profit sectors. His work has spanned diverse populations, including infants, children, pre-teens, adolescents, young adults, families, couples, senior adults, individuals with debilitating medical conditions, individuals with special needs, and those in the end stages of life. Alejandro has extensive experience with at-risk children and adolescents presenting a variety of behavioral challenges, as well as with families, adults, and couples navigating life’s complexities. Additionally, he provides co-parenting support and education.

Alejandro has a wealth of expertise in Forensic Social Work, specifically addressing Juvenile Dependency, Family Law Matters, and Juvenile Delinquency Issues. His therapeutic approach is tailored to the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family, typically employing a strength-based, client-centered framework complemented by solution-focused and cognitive behavioral modalities. Recognizing that no two people or sessions are alike, Alejandro adapts treatment modalities and interventions as necessary to meet the specific needs of each session.

His professional background includes work with school-aged children, adolescents, and adults, supporting individuals with varying levels of suffering and functioning. A significant portion of his career has been dedicated to behavioral health hospitals and drug rehabilitation centers. Alejandro’s psychotherapy approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and humanistic therapy, aiming to reduce suffering and improve functioning.

Alejandro’s overarching goal is to help clients achieve meaningful change and personal growth. By offering unconditional support, he empowers clients with the tools and abilities to foster healthy interpersonal connections and cultivate a healthier, more authentic life. Together, Alejandro works collaboratively with clients to build the best possible version of themselves.

Modalities: 

Strength-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Behavioral Interventions (adapted to individual needs)
Forensic Social Work (specific to Juvenile Dependency, Family Law Matters, and Juvenile Delinquency)
Co-Parenting Support and Education

Allison Reza is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of San Diego and her M.S. in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. Since 2004, Allison has been providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families.

Her clinical orientation is solution-focused, incorporating complementary techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems therapy. Allison works collaboratively with each client to develop a tailored treatment plan that meets their unique needs. She has extensive experience helping clients of all ages overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment issues, and behavioral concerns.

Allison is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families as they work toward discovering and living fulfilling lives. She is a provider for most managed care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) networks and, upon request, offers counseling from a Christian perspective.

Allison is dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in her clients and looks forward to supporting them on their journey to well-being.

Modalities: 

Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Systems Therapy
Christian Counseling (upon request)
Strength-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Psychoeducation

Amair Jaber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to empowering and uplifting individuals and families by meeting them where they are and helping them achieve their personal goals through therapy. He brings years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly in both public and private sectors, utilizing various therapy-based approaches.

Amair has extensive training in supporting individuals, couples, and families in areas such as child welfare, juvenile dependency, family law, crisis management, medical issues, terminal illnesses, and overall mental health. His approach is client-centered and tailored to address the unique needs of those he works with.

Amair earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Behavior, Criminology, Law and Society, and Sociology from the University of California, Irvine (UCI). He also holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF).

He is committed to fostering growth and resilience in his clients, providing compassionate care to support their well-being and personal development.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Family Systems Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Crisis Intervention
Psychoeducation

Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master’s in Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino, in 2015. She works with clients aged 16 and older, bringing extensive experience in addressing trauma, family dynamics, parenting challenges, working with children, high-risk clients, and utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) modalities. Amanda specializes in helping clients navigate depression, anxiety symptoms, relationship and family issues, communication barriers, and PTSD.

Her therapeutic approach is strength-based, solution-focused, and client-centered, with an emphasis on attachment work, boundary-setting, psychoanalytical techniques, and fostering positive coping skills.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Strength-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Family Systems Therapy
Boundary-Setting Interventions
Psychoeducation

Amanda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, both earned from the University of La Verne. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Amanda customizes her therapeutic approaches to address the unique needs of each individual.

Her professional background includes working with probation and foster youth, general and special education school populations, and patients in inpatient psychiatric hospital settings. Amanda is skilled in providing therapeutic interventions designed to help clients navigate crises, build effective coping strategies, and begin their journey toward healing and recovery.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Crisis Intervention
Psychoeducation
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Systems Therapy
Behavioral Interventions

Amber King, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has been working in the mental health field since the early 1990s. She earned her master’s degree in Social Work from California State University, San Bernardino, and is licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. Amber has extensive experience working with a wide range of populations, including children, adolescents, individuals with special needs, adults, couples, and those at the end of life. She is particularly skilled in supporting children and providing education and guidance to parents.

Amber’s areas of expertise include domestic violence, substance abuse, ADHD, mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, anger management, grief and loss, and sexual abuse. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and incorporates strength-based, client-centered, and solution-focused techniques.

Amber fosters a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and supportive environment, aiming to help clients overcome obstacles and begin their healing journey.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Strength-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychoeducation
Behavioral Interventions
Anger Management Techniques
Grief Counseling
Supportive Therapy

Amber became licensed in February 2019, bringing with her nearly a decade of experience at the time. During her pre-licensure internship, she studied hypnotherapy. Amber specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which she practices in a straightforward and supportive manner, helping clients make significant progress toward achieving their goals.

Modalities: 

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Hypnotherapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy

Anabel Barajas is a Psychological Associate and a Doctoral candidate in Applied Clinical Psychology. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology. Bilingual in Spanish, Anabel has worked with individuals ranging from ages 3 to 65+ and families in various settings.

Her experience includes working with the LGBT community, at-risk youth, sexually exploited children, juvenile delinquency, chemical dependency, and severe mental illness. Anabel employs an eclectic therapeutic approach, grounded in her belief in the power of human connection. She is committed to treating her clients with dignity, respect, and empathy in every session.

Modalities: 

Eclectic Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Systems Therapy
Cultural Sensitivity and Bilingual Therapy
Substance Abuse Counseling
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

Andrea Choudhury is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 19 years of experience, having been licensed since 2005. An alumna of Loma Linda University, Andrea has worked in various school districts and mental health outpatient settings. She currently specializes in providing therapy for adults aged 18 and older, addressing a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, life phase issues, adjustment disorders, grief, and trauma. Her goal as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychoeducation
Supportive Therapy

Dr. Silva is a graduate of St. Thomas University, holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and dual board certifications in Family Nurse Practice (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP-BC). She is committed to building strong, collaborative relationships with patients, ensuring their active participation in care decisions. Dr. Silva empowers patients to make informed choices through education and understanding. Recognizing the stigma surrounding mental health, she is dedicated to breaking down barriers and creating a safe, supportive environment for her patients. With extensive clinical experience in psychiatry, Dr. Silva emphasizes the importance of mental well-being alongside physical health, guiding individuals toward improved health and confidence.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychoeducation
Supportive Therapy

Anthony earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Southern California and has over five years of experience in the mental health field. He will be providing telehealth services to adult individuals. Throughout his career, Anthony has delivered mental health services to children, adults, couples, and families in a variety of settings, including schools, homes, and within the community. Additionally, Anthony has experience working with adults struggling with addiction in both residential and outpatient settings.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Informed Care
Substance Abuse Counseling
Family Systems Therapy
Behavioral Interventions
Psychoeducation

Anthony Ramirez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He received his Master’s of Social Work in 2019 from the University of Southern California.

Anthony has been working in the field since 2015 as an undergrad student and has had the privilege to serve those in the foster care system, short-term and residential psychiatric care facilities, patients with kidney disease or various chronic illnesses, and finally in the hospital setting.

His approach to providing therapy is a combination of both humanistic and existential. Anthony’s specialty focuses include anxiety, depression, relationships, interpersonal skills, grief/loss, chronic illness, porn addiction, sexual dysfunction, anger management, and men’s issues.

Modalities: 

Humanistic Therapy
Existential Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychoeducation
Anger Management Techniques
Addiction Counseling (specific to porn addiction)
Men’s Mental Health Therapy

Arial Carr-Boothe is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She holds a Master’s in Education and is a registered Psychological Assistant under the clinical supervision of a licensed Psychologist with the Board of Psychology. Arial provides individual, family, and group counseling to children, adolescents, and adults facing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, and relational concerns. She uses trust and rapport-building as primary tools for navigating internal struggles, utilizing attachment and object relations theory to provide a secure base for clients in a safe and nurturing environment. Arial is committed to creating a non-judgmental space where clients can explore their internal struggles and develop autonomy through goal setting and healing.

Additionally, she conducts psychological testing and assessments for a variety of diagnoses, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mood Disorders, and Intellectual Disabilities. Arial is dedicated to collaborating with clients to address their mental health and assessment needs.

Modalities: 

Attachment-Based Therapy
Object Relations Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Psychoeducation
Trauma-Informed Care
Family Systems Therapy
Group Therapy
Psychological Testing and Assessment
Developmental and Behavioral Interventions

Arianna Walker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and her Master of Science in Psychology from California Baptist University. She is dedicated to helping clients achieve overall well-being, with expertise in areas such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), women’s support, parenting, work-related stressors, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Arianna works with teens and adults, including individuals, couples, and families, providing them with the tools, support, and accountability needed to live purpose-driven lives. She helps clients overcome personal obstacles that impact their relationships with themselves, others, and the world. As a compassionate motivator, Arianna assists clients in shaping their lives to be more fulfilling and meaningful. She tailors her approach, using individualized therapeutic modalities and interventions to address clients’ needs in the most effective way possible.

Modalities: 

Client-Centered Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Psychoeducation
Motivational Interviewing
Relational Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Techniques

Audra J. Martin, M.S., LMFT, PPSC, is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a native of California. An alumna of California State University, Los Angeles, Audra brings seventeen years of experience in educational, behavioral mental health, and clinical training across various school districts, non-profit behavioral mental health outpatient settings, adult psychiatric outpatient and inpatient settings, and as a sole proprietor in private practice.

Mrs. Martin integrates her clinical experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, and Gestalt Play Therapy approaches to treat individuals from childhood through adulthood. Her warm and empathetic style fosters meaningful therapeutic connections with her patients, creating a relational and supportive environment for growth.

Audra believes that true change begins with the willingness to make gradual, direct changes that strengthen and enhance one’s life narrative. Outside of her therapy practice, she enjoys spending time with her family and her Jack Russell Terrier on nature hikes through California’s scenic landscapes. Audra also dedicates time to studying and fellowshipping with her local Christian congregation.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Systems Therapy
Gestalt Play Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Relational Therapy
Psychoeducation
Trauma-Informed Care

Aydah Elnemi-Arkzat, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, grew up in a family dedicated to serving others, with her father as a Physician/Epidemiologist and her sister as a Physician Assistant/Epidemiologist. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Mount San Antonio College and later pursued Social Work, obtaining her undergraduate degree from UCLA and her graduate degree from USC, where she received the Dean’s List Scholarship. With 15 years of experience, Aydah has worked in various outpatient and inpatient settings, serving diverse populations, and has been trained in modalities such as CBT, EMDR, TF-CBT, Group Therapy, Grief Therapy, and Eating Disorders treatment. Her approach is integrative, using a combination of techniques tailored to clients’ needs. Fluent in Spanish, Aydah recently relocated to the Central Valley to be closer to family and is committed to advocating for her clients. She values self-care through travel, gardening, and exploring new cuisines.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Group Therapy
Grief Therapy
Eating Disorder Treatment
Client-Centered Therapy

Brandi has a strong passion for working with couples, particularly those navigating the challenges of infidelity. With five years of experience working with children diagnosed with PTSD in the foster care system, Brandi brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. She also serves as a clinical supervisor at a non-profit organization, further expanding her leadership and mentorship skills in the mental health field.

Modalities: 

Couples Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Addiction Anger, Autism, ADHD, Bipolar
Trauma Informed Care. Grief and Loss

Candyce Flemister is dedicated to helping individuals and families manage their emotions and set realistic goals. With a deep understanding of the challenges of regulating anxiety and depression, Candyce recognizes the impact of hopelessness and sorrow that have affected society, especially given recent events. Despite these challenges, Candyce believes that all is not lost and is committed to supporting clients through these difficulties. Specializing in parenting and life adjustments, Candyce helps clients find motivation for positive change and invest in their mental well-being. Passionate about guiding people to view life through different perspectives, Candyce encourages exploration of new opportunities for growth and healing.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Psychoeducation
Motivational Interviewing
Family Systems Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care

Charissa Manor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. She brings a wealth of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families, addressing a wide range of challenges, including trauma, depression, stress, and more. Charissa’s therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to her clients’ well-being. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Systems Theory, and Narrative Therapy to help her clients navigate their journeys.

Modalities: 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy
Family Systems Theory
Trauma-Informed Care