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Our Team
Meet our team of California-licensed therapists and associate therapists.
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Click on each mental health professional to learn more about their specialties and background.
Tina Avila, LMFT, Executive Director
Not Accepting Clients
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi, thanks for visiting my page. I am a CEO of Blue Oak Counseling Services. I've been providing therapy services for over 10 years.
I am a solution focused brief therapist who focuses on increasing hope, positive outcomes, desired change, empowering clients to be the best version of themselves despite experiencing problems or issues.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a type of therapy that focuses on solutions rather than problems. It is a time-limited and goal-oriented approach that emphasizes finding solutions to specific issues or challenges. SFBT is based on the idea that people have the resources and strengths necessary to overcome their problems, and that the therapist's role is to help clients identify and utilize these resources.
I'm also trained in Gottman Couples Approach. This method aims to help couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships by improving communication, increasing intimacy, and developing effective conflict resolution skills.
The therapy is typically conducted over multiple sessions and involves both partners participating in structured activities and exercises designed to promote understanding and empathy.
Gottman Therapy has been shown to be effective for improving relationships and reducing relationship distress. It is often used to address a range of issues, including communication problems, infidelity, and parenting disagreements.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I am passionate about my work and am dedicated to helping others achieve their goals. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to schedule a session.
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- Career Change
- Entrepreneur stress
- Stress Management
- Parenting issues
Licensed:
Marriage and Family Therapist #51769
Bilingual: Thai
Education:
BA. from CSULA
MA in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my 7 year old son and my husband exploring new cities, trying new foods, and embarking on new adventures together. My hobbies are running, working out, going to the beach, reading, and painting.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi, thanks for visiting my page. I am a CEO of Blue Oak Counseling Services. I've been providing therapy services for over 10 years.
I am a solution focused brief therapist who focuses on increasing hope, positive outcomes, desired change, empowering clients to be the best version of themselves despite experiencing problems or issues.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a type of therapy that focuses on solutions rather than problems. It is a time-limited and goal-oriented approach that emphasizes finding solutions to specific issues or challenges. SFBT is based on the idea that people have the resources and strengths necessary to overcome their problems, and that the therapist's role is to help clients identify and utilize these resources.
I'm also trained in Gottman Couples Approach. This method aims to help couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships by improving communication, increasing intimacy, and developing effective conflict resolution skills.
The therapy is typically conducted over multiple sessions and involves both partners participating in structured activities and exercises designed to promote understanding and empathy.
Gottman Therapy has been shown to be effective for improving relationships and reducing relationship distress. It is often used to address a range of issues, including communication problems, infidelity, and parenting disagreements.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I am passionate about my work and am dedicated to helping others achieve their goals. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to schedule a session.
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- Career Change
- Entrepreneur stress
- Stress Management
- Parenting issues
Licensed:
Marriage and Family Therapist #51769
Bilingual: Thai
Education:
BA. from CSULA
MA in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my 7 year old son and my husband exploring new cities, trying new foods, and embarking on new adventures together. My hobbies are running, working out, going to the beach, reading, and painting.
Shellie Tapia, LMFT,
Clinical Director
Not Accepting Clients
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi my name is Shellie and I have 10 yearās experience in the field of mental health, working with various ages from young children, adolescents, adults and couples.
I have a passion for helping others recognize patterns of behavior that work for them or that have failed them.
I want to help clients take a deeper look inside themselves, recognize their strengths, learn new coping skills, and improve their relationships and as well as how they feel about themselves.
I specialize in parenting, perinatal therapy, new parents, couples therapy, anxiety and depression.
I utilize a person-centered approach and a variety of therapeutic styles depending on what would best support the client. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy with clients.
Ultimately, my goal is to provide a safe space for clients to come and work on the issues they are dealing with and to promote growth in their lives.
Therapy Approaches:
- Person-centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Motivational interviewing
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post partum, IVF, perinatal
- Relationship/ Marriage issues
- ADHD
- LGBTQAI+
- Infertility
- Stress Management
- Parenting issues
- Trauma
- ADHD
- Victim of abuse
- Self-esteem issues
Education:
M.S. Marriage Family Therapy, University of LaVerne
M.A. Applied Womenās Studies, Claremont Graduate University
B.A. Social Science, University of LaVerne
Hobbies:
Spending time with the family, traveling, cooking, reading, dancing, watching sports. Love sushi, steak, Mexican food, and cheesecake factory cheesecakes.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi my name is Shellie and I have 10 yearās experience in the field of mental health, working with various ages from young children, adolescents, adults and couples.
I have a passion for helping others recognize patterns of behavior that work for them or that have failed them.
I want to help clients take a deeper look inside themselves, recognize their strengths, learn new coping skills, and improve their relationships and as well as how they feel about themselves.
I specialize in parenting, perinatal therapy, new parents, couples therapy, anxiety and depression.
I utilize a person-centered approach and a variety of therapeutic styles depending on what would best support the client. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy with clients.
Ultimately, my goal is to provide a safe space for clients to come and work on the issues they are dealing with and to promote growth in their lives.
Therapy Approaches:
- Person-centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Motivational interviewing
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post partum, IVF, perinatal
- Relationship/ Marriage issues
- ADHD
- LGBTQAI+
- Infertility
- Stress Management
- Parenting issues
- Trauma
- ADHD
- Victim of abuse
- Self-esteem issues
Education:
M.S. Marriage Family Therapy, University of LaVerne
M.A. Applied Womenās Studies, Claremont Graduate University
B.A. Social Science, University of LaVerne
Hobbies:
Spending time with the family, traveling, cooking, reading, dancing, watching sports. Love sushi, steak, Mexican food, and cheesecake factory cheesecakes.
Milia Mahfoud Staggs, LMFT Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hello! My name is Milia and Iāve been working as a therapist for over 10 years serving in outpatient settings, schools, and a locked inpatient center.
No matter the place, Iāve learned that most people are doing their best and seek out therapy when their lives become unmanageable.
I am passionate about people achieving their goals in therapy through providing a safe place for people to learn, grow, and be themselves.
I use a variety of approaches that are tailored to each client such as EMDR, DBT, and EFT. Through each modality
I hope to help my clients by resolving past hurts, challenging unhelpful patterns, and equipping them to live out their lives in the most authentic and fulfilling way.
I have been working with people of all ages since getting my bachelors degree in Family Sciences from California State University, Fresno and then earning my masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Seminary.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since October 2014.
Areas of treatment:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Anger issues
- Parenting
- Grief and loss
- Family conflicts
- Codependency
- Spirituality
- IVF and infertility
- Postpartum depression
- Trauma
- PTSD
- LGBTQ
Therapy approaches:
- CBT
- Trauma informed focus
- EMDR
- Person-centered therapy
- Somatic work
- Family therapy
- Faith based counseling
Hobbies:
In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family, preferably at the beach with a good book. I also like party planning, baking/cooking, volunteering, advocate for mental health and a firm believer that life should be as fun as possible. Lover of God, all people, all foods, culture, learning, teaching, & new experiences.
Hello! My name is Milia and Iāve been working as a therapist for over 10 years serving in outpatient settings, schools, and a locked inpatient center.
No matter the place, Iāve learned that most people are doing their best and seek out therapy when their lives become unmanageable.
I am passionate about people achieving their goals in therapy through providing a safe place for people to learn, grow, and be themselves.
I use a variety of approaches that are tailored to each client such as EMDR, DBT, and EFT. Through each modality
I hope to help my clients by resolving past hurts, challenging unhelpful patterns, and equipping them to live out their lives in the most authentic and fulfilling way.
I have been working with people of all ages since getting my bachelors degree in Family Sciences from California State University, Fresno and then earning my masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Seminary.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since October 2014.
Areas of treatment:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Anger issues
- Parenting
- Grief and loss
- Family conflicts
- Codependency
- Spirituality
- IVF and infertility
- Postpartum depression
- Trauma
- PTSD
- LGBTQ
Therapy approaches:
- CBT
- Trauma informed focus
- EMDR
- Person-centered therapy
- Somatic work
- Family therapy
- Faith based counseling
Hobbies:
In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family, preferably at the beach with a good book. I also like party planning, baking/cooking, volunteering, advocate for mental health and a firm believer that life should be as fun as possible. Lover of God, all people, all foods, culture, learning, teaching, & new experiences.
Jamie Diamond, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In my ten years of licensed practice, Iāve worked with adolescents, adults and families.
Iāve focused on lessening anxiety, depression, grief, loss, family difficulties, and the effects of trauma, or a recent crisis. As a trained and non-judgmental therapist, you will find me warm, compassionate and perceptive.
However, you feel, itās okay to feel that way. That we connect may be as important as what we connect about. I believe that for people to make meaningful progress, itās best to explore issues and solutions together and to arrive at treatment plans, goals and strategies that fit and move at your pace.
Some of the evidence-based practices I use include solutionāfocused brief therapy (a goal directed approach that focuses on solutions rather than problems) CBT (changing the way you think to change the way you feel), and motivational interviewing (exploring a personās mixed feelings about changing a self-defeating behavior).
I know how hard it can be to confide in someone and share how youāre feeling. It would be an honor to work with you.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- All adults 18yr to 49 yr old
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Self Esteem
- College stress
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma
- Relationship issues
- Stress Management
- Anger issues
- Codependency
- Sexual abuse
- LBGTQ
- ADHD
Education:
Bachelors and Masters in English, New York University
Masters in Social Work, California State University, Los Angeles
Pupil Personnel Services Credential, California State University, Long Beach
Licenses
Licensed Clinical Social Worker # 86900
Hobbies:
During my free time, I like to rollerblade and walk my dog. I also like foreign films, foreign countries, fluffy dogs; trying to finish writing a novel.
In my ten years of licensed practice, Iāve worked with adolescents, adults and families.
Iāve focused on lessening anxiety, depression, grief, loss, family difficulties, and the effects of trauma, or a recent crisis. As a trained and non-judgmental therapist, you will find me warm, compassionate and perceptive.
However, you feel, itās okay to feel that way. That we connect may be as important as what we connect about. I believe that for people to make meaningful progress, itās best to explore issues and solutions together and to arrive at treatment plans, goals and strategies that fit and move at your pace.
Some of the evidence-based practices I use include solutionāfocused brief therapy (a goal directed approach that focuses on solutions rather than problems) CBT (changing the way you think to change the way you feel), and motivational interviewing (exploring a personās mixed feelings about changing a self-defeating behavior).
I know how hard it can be to confide in someone and share how youāre feeling. It would be an honor to work with you.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- All adults 18yr to 49 yr old
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Self Esteem
- College stress
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma
- Relationship issues
- Stress Management
- Anger issues
- Codependency
- Sexual abuse
- LBGTQ
- ADHD
Education:
Bachelors and Masters in English, New York University
Masters in Social Work, California State University, Los Angeles
Pupil Personnel Services Credential, California State University, Long Beach
Licenses
Licensed Clinical Social Worker # 86900
Hobbies:
During my free time, I like to rollerblade and walk my dog. I also like foreign films, foreign countries, fluffy dogs; trying to finish writing a novel.
Stephanie Castillo, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi, I'm Stephanie Castillo, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Psychology from California State, Los Angeles.
After completing my undergraduate studies, I specialized in substance use addiction and worked as a counselor in a rehabilitation center.
Eventually, I pursued my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Long Beach.
My experience includes working with clients of various ages, including children, young adults, adults, families, and couples.
My clients have come to me with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, life changes, financial stress, grief, and relational issues.
I believe the relationship between the client and therapist is crucial, and I strive to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment during our sessions.
My goal is to ensure that my clients have a positive therapeutic experience, and I avoid using a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I tailor our sessions to your unique needs and utilize various interventions that best suit you.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Grief and Loss
- Stress
- Relationship and marriage issues
- Social Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Codependency
- College stress
- Anger management
- Victim of DV
Theoretical Approaches:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Person-Centered
- Mindfulness
- Gottman's method
- Trauma informed focus
Aside from my passion for therapy, I am an avid TV show watcher, runner, and food enthusiast.
I love listening to music, attending concerts with my family and running.
Hi, I'm Stephanie Castillo, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Psychology from California State, Los Angeles.
After completing my undergraduate studies, I specialized in substance use addiction and worked as a counselor in a rehabilitation center.
Eventually, I pursued my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Long Beach.
My experience includes working with clients of various ages, including children, young adults, adults, families, and couples.
My clients have come to me with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, life changes, financial stress, grief, and relational issues.
I believe the relationship between the client and therapist is crucial, and I strive to create a safe, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment during our sessions.
My goal is to ensure that my clients have a positive therapeutic experience, and I avoid using a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I tailor our sessions to your unique needs and utilize various interventions that best suit you.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Grief and Loss
- Stress
- Relationship and marriage issues
- Social Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Codependency
- College stress
- Anger management
- Victim of DV
Theoretical Approaches:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Person-Centered
- Mindfulness
- Gottman's method
- Trauma informed focus
Aside from my passion for therapy, I am an avid TV show watcher, runner, and food enthusiast.
I love listening to music, attending concerts with my family and running.
Chester Gregson, LMFT AKA "Greg"
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hello, my name is C.T. Gregson, I go by "Greg". I've been licensed as a Family Therapist for the last 21 years.
I have a passion for working with people, I like to joke that Therapists aren't trained, we are born. As such, I like taking a straightforward approach to treatment.
I believe that acceptance and understanding by the therapist is fundamental to all change.
I like to work from a Cognitive Behavioral approach with strong influences from Client Centered for the individual.
I utilize a Systems perspective for parenting and families. Couples are approached via Systems and Communication.
I work with adults, seniors, members of the LGBTQIA community, and couples.
I enjoy working with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting issues, family of origin issues, life stage issues, spirituality and faith as well as insight work.
Regardless of the work we do, symptom resolution or processing experience, I will always encourage positivity and the inherent resources we all have.
I love nature, reading, motorcycle, the outdoors, working on cars or really anything mechanical.
I have a penchant for classic movies, old vinyl and music from most genres.
I have a Bachelors in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology.
Lastly, I believe good work comes from a respectful collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Best wishes to you on your journey.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
- CBT
- Person-centered therapy
- Humanistic therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress Management
- LGBTQAI community
- Marriage issues
- Relationship problems
- Parenting issues
- Family conflicts
- Work stress
- Self-esteem issues
- Spirituality and religion
- Anger issues
Hello, my name is C.T. Gregson, I go by "Greg". I've been licensed as a Family Therapist for the last 21 years.
I have a passion for working with people, I like to joke that Therapists aren't trained, we are born. As such, I like taking a straightforward approach to treatment.
I believe that acceptance and understanding by the therapist is fundamental to all change.
I like to work from a Cognitive Behavioral approach with strong influences from Client Centered for the individual.
I utilize a Systems perspective for parenting and families. Couples are approached via Systems and Communication.
I work with adults, seniors, members of the LGBTQIA community, and couples.
I enjoy working with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting issues, family of origin issues, life stage issues, spirituality and faith as well as insight work.
Regardless of the work we do, symptom resolution or processing experience, I will always encourage positivity and the inherent resources we all have.
I love nature, reading, motorcycle, the outdoors, working on cars or really anything mechanical.
I have a penchant for classic movies, old vinyl and music from most genres.
I have a Bachelors in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology.
Lastly, I believe good work comes from a respectful collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Best wishes to you on your journey.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
- CBT
- Person-centered therapy
- Humanistic therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress Management
- LGBTQAI community
- Marriage issues
- Relationship problems
- Parenting issues
- Family conflicts
- Work stress
- Self-esteem issues
- Spirituality and religion
- Anger issues
Jessica Daugherty, LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Hi! If youāre reading this, that means you are taking a step forward in investing in yourself or someone you care about, and thatās wonderful.
People are complex and complicated which at times can make it hard to show compassion towards ourselves and others.
I believe at my core that regardless of our mistakes, shortcomings, background, or struggles, we all deserve to experience kindness, respect, and what it is like to truly be seen and heard.
This belief guided me into the mental health field 6 years ago and continues to be the reason I go to work every day.
As your therapist, we will focus on self-reflection, create meaningful goals, and work towards accountability. You will rediscover your strengths, be more accepting of your areas of growth, and find healthier ways to respond to life's challenges.
Progress comes in many forms and every step matters.
Therapy Approaches:
- Person-centered Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Gottman's couples approach
- Interpersonal
- Humanistic
Services:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Communication
- Relationship issues
- Marital concerns
- LGBTQAI+
- Anger issues
- Stress Management
- Parenting concerns
- ADHD
- Childhood trauma
- Inner child work
- Premarital counseling
Education:
Master's of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Redlands, CA
Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology, California State University, San Bernardino, CA
License:
LPCC #13758
Hobbies:
I have been able to find meaning, joy, and gratitude in everything that I do. I enjoy movies, TV shows, reading, video games, board games, hiking, sports, traveling, theme parks, and trying things not on this list! Life is beautiful.
Hi! If youāre reading this, that means you are taking a step forward in investing in yourself or someone you care about, and thatās wonderful.
People are complex and complicated which at times can make it hard to show compassion towards ourselves and others.
I believe at my core that regardless of our mistakes, shortcomings, background, or struggles, we all deserve to experience kindness, respect, and what it is like to truly be seen and heard.
This belief guided me into the mental health field 6 years ago and continues to be the reason I go to work every day.
As your therapist, we will focus on self-reflection, create meaningful goals, and work towards accountability. You will rediscover your strengths, be more accepting of your areas of growth, and find healthier ways to respond to life's challenges.
Progress comes in many forms and every step matters.
Therapy Approaches:
- Person-centered Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Gottman's couples approach
- Interpersonal
- Humanistic
Services:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Communication
- Relationship issues
- Marital concerns
- LGBTQAI+
- Anger issues
- Stress Management
- Parenting concerns
- ADHD
- Childhood trauma
- Inner child work
- Premarital counseling
Education:
Master's of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Redlands, CA
Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology, California State University, San Bernardino, CA
License:
LPCC #13758
Hobbies:
I have been able to find meaning, joy, and gratitude in everything that I do. I enjoy movies, TV shows, reading, video games, board games, hiking, sports, traveling, theme parks, and trying things not on this list! Life is beautiful.
Noelle Garcia, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Hi there, Iām Noelle Garcia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #139271.
It's challenging to find an effective therapist that will be transparent and understanding.
I practice a form of therapy that uses evidence-based treatment methods to help overcome your challenges with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, social anxiety, major life changes, and trauma.
It helps you get better faster and arms you with tools that you can use on your own. With less than a handful of sessions, you can expect to feel better, more equipped, and empowered.
My goal is to help you use the tools to overcome any difficult life challenges.
Education:
Masterās degree at California State University Polytechnic University Pomona in 2020
Theoretical Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Exposure Response Prevention
Solution Focused Therapy
Hobbies:
I love going roller skating for fun and attending concerts.
Hi there, Iām Noelle Garcia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #139271.
It's challenging to find an effective therapist that will be transparent and understanding.
I practice a form of therapy that uses evidence-based treatment methods to help overcome your challenges with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, social anxiety, major life changes, and trauma.
It helps you get better faster and arms you with tools that you can use on your own. With less than a handful of sessions, you can expect to feel better, more equipped, and empowered.
My goal is to help you use the tools to overcome any difficult life challenges.
Education:
Masterās degree at California State University Polytechnic University Pomona in 2020
Theoretical Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Exposure Response Prevention
Solution Focused Therapy
Hobbies:
I love going roller skating for fun and attending concerts.
Imari Kowalski, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I am Imari Kowalski, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker native to the beautiful state of Michigan. During my practice in the field for the last 7 years I have stayed committed to serving others, and have served in private and non-profit environments.
I am someone who believes that every family and individual has a set of unique characteristics and strengths, and after rapport is established, therapy is used as a guide to assist others in utilizing those attributes to overcome barriers within their lives.
I have experience working with individuals and families faced with the challenges of depression, anxiety, addiction (drug and alcohol), marriage/family conflict, domestic violence, peri/postpartum, women's mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders (specific to ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disorders) .
I strive for others to feel comfortable in their growth, because after all therapy involves a lot of change, and comfort is key in commitment to that.
I ensure to be authentic and respectful with each client, and provide an environment that allows clients to feel safe in their vulnerability.
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Stress Management
- Autism
- Parenting issues
- Postpartum, perinatal
- Relationship/ Marriage issues
- ADHD
- LGBTQAI+
-Victim of abuse
- Education Stress
-Transition into young adulthood
Education:
Master's of Social Work (M.S.W)- Wayne State University
Bachelors of Social Work (B.S.W) & Bachelors of Science in Psychology (B.S)
Licensed: Licensed Clinical Social Worker # 101494
Hobbies:
Spending time with my family, camping, going to concerts, dancing, trying new foods/restaurants, singing, barre fitness, and traveling
I am Imari Kowalski, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker native to the beautiful state of Michigan. During my practice in the field for the last 7 years I have stayed committed to serving others, and have served in private and non-profit environments.
I am someone who believes that every family and individual has a set of unique characteristics and strengths, and after rapport is established, therapy is used as a guide to assist others in utilizing those attributes to overcome barriers within their lives.
I have experience working with individuals and families faced with the challenges of depression, anxiety, addiction (drug and alcohol), marriage/family conflict, domestic violence, peri/postpartum, women's mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders (specific to ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disorders) .
I strive for others to feel comfortable in their growth, because after all therapy involves a lot of change, and comfort is key in commitment to that.
I ensure to be authentic and respectful with each client, and provide an environment that allows clients to feel safe in their vulnerability.
Services:
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- All adults 18 +
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Stress Management
- Autism
- Parenting issues
- Postpartum, perinatal
- Relationship/ Marriage issues
- ADHD
- LGBTQAI+
-Victim of abuse
- Education Stress
-Transition into young adulthood
Education:
Master's of Social Work (M.S.W)- Wayne State University
Bachelors of Social Work (B.S.W) & Bachelors of Science in Psychology (B.S)
Licensed: Licensed Clinical Social Worker # 101494
Hobbies:
Spending time with my family, camping, going to concerts, dancing, trying new foods/restaurants, singing, barre fitness, and traveling
Frankee Carlin, LMFT Immediate Openings
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Life is hard and the American capitalist/colonialist society does little to give us the tools we need to thrive.
In therapy sessions with me, we'll help you (individual or couples welcome) process what's going on: bring contributing factors into awareness, identify what values uphold the current constellation of things, and explore what shifts [if any] need to be made to bring more enjoyment and ease into life.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, PTSD, burn out, neurodivergence, identity exploration, interpersonal relationship and/or substance use issues, etc.
My goal is to help you develop better attention and bring more intention into what is happening so that we can increase the benefits and reduce the harm being experienced. I'd love to connect with you to see if we would be a good fit!
My name is Frankee Carlin and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, who graduated from University of San Francisco with a masters in counseling in 2017.
Since then, I have worked with a diverse range of clients (race, ethnicity, class, and sexual orientations) in a variety of settings. I specialize in mindfulness, self-compassion, and harm reduction principles and use interventions related to motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and somatic practices.
I am a therapist with lived experience and believe in living life as authentically as possible.
In my spare time, I like to make crafts, play video games, sing karaoke, eat vegan food, watch tv, play with my cats, and enjoy nature.
Services
- Individual Therapy
Specializations
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- Childhood Trauma
- Stress Management
- Burnout
- Neurodivergence
- ADHD
- Autism
- Identity Exploration
- Interpersonal Relationship Issues
- Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
Education:
Masterās in Counseling (2017) ā University of San Francisco
Licensed:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 150114
Hobbies:
In my spare time, I enjoy making crafts, playing video games, singing karaoke, eating vegan food, watching TV, playing with my cats, and spending time in nature.
Life is hard and the American capitalist/colonialist society does little to give us the tools we need to thrive.
In therapy sessions with me, we'll help you (individual or couples welcome) process what's going on: bring contributing factors into awareness, identify what values uphold the current constellation of things, and explore what shifts [if any] need to be made to bring more enjoyment and ease into life.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, PTSD, burn out, neurodivergence, identity exploration, interpersonal relationship and/or substance use issues, etc.
My goal is to help you develop better attention and bring more intention into what is happening so that we can increase the benefits and reduce the harm being experienced. I'd love to connect with you to see if we would be a good fit!
My name is Frankee Carlin and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, who graduated from University of San Francisco with a masters in counseling in 2017.
Since then, I have worked with a diverse range of clients (race, ethnicity, class, and sexual orientations) in a variety of settings. I specialize in mindfulness, self-compassion, and harm reduction principles and use interventions related to motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and somatic practices.
I am a therapist with lived experience and believe in living life as authentically as possible.
In my spare time, I like to make crafts, play video games, sing karaoke, eat vegan food, watch tv, play with my cats, and enjoy nature.
Services
- Individual Therapy
Specializations
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- Childhood Trauma
- Stress Management
- Burnout
- Neurodivergence
- ADHD
- Autism
- Identity Exploration
- Interpersonal Relationship Issues
- Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
Education:
Masterās in Counseling (2017) ā University of San Francisco
Licensed:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 150114
Hobbies:
In my spare time, I enjoy making crafts, playing video games, singing karaoke, eating vegan food, watching TV, playing with my cats, and spending time in nature.
Mayra Covarrubias, LCSW
Immediate Openings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #106486
Hello! Iām Mayra, a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals, families, and communities thrive. My academic journey centered on community mental health during both my undergraduate and graduate studies, and I also hold a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
In my work as an LCSW, I use a strengths-based approach with every client to help empower them through difficult times.
My hope is that clients understand that they have full potential and that limitations do not define a person.
I enjoy supporting the community by providing a safe space to process difficult conversations and emotions.
As an individual with a visual impairment, I am able to support and understand diverse populations who deal with accepting their own physical/learning disabilities along with any other mental health issue and diagnosis that life presents them.
My parents immigrated from Mexico and growing up in a Latino household presented some difficulties with expressing thoughts and feelings in relation to my physical disability and other stressors.
With this in mind, I am passionate about providing a supportive, empowering, and open environment to my clients in an effort to process similar and/or other challenges in their lives.
I focus treatment by using a humanistic and client-centered approach and guide clients in implementing more adaptive coping skills that could be effective for overall mental health improvement.
I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward growth and healing.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness-based practice
- Client-centered approach
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self-Esteem
- Stress Management
- Anxiety
- PTSD and Past Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Life Transitions
- Emotional Processing
- Grief and loss
Language:
Bilingual - Fluent in reading, writing, and communicating in Spanish
Hello! Iām Mayra, a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals, families, and communities thrive. My academic journey centered on community mental health during both my undergraduate and graduate studies, and I also hold a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
In my work as an LCSW, I use a strengths-based approach with every client to help empower them through difficult times.
My hope is that clients understand that they have full potential and that limitations do not define a person.
I enjoy supporting the community by providing a safe space to process difficult conversations and emotions.
As an individual with a visual impairment, I am able to support and understand diverse populations who deal with accepting their own physical/learning disabilities along with any other mental health issue and diagnosis that life presents them.
My parents immigrated from Mexico and growing up in a Latino household presented some difficulties with expressing thoughts and feelings in relation to my physical disability and other stressors.
With this in mind, I am passionate about providing a supportive, empowering, and open environment to my clients in an effort to process similar and/or other challenges in their lives.
I focus treatment by using a humanistic and client-centered approach and guide clients in implementing more adaptive coping skills that could be effective for overall mental health improvement.
I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward growth and healing.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness-based practice
- Client-centered approach
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self-Esteem
- Stress Management
- Anxiety
- PTSD and Past Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Life Transitions
- Emotional Processing
- Grief and loss
Language:
Bilingual - Fluent in reading, writing, and communicating in Spanish
Beth Quill, LCSW
Immediate Openings
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #95291
āYou cannot stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.ā -Jon Kabat-Zinn
Hi, Iām Beth. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience providing
therapy for a wide range of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and grief.
One of my great passions is helping survivors of trauma heal and move forward.
Further, I am a big
proponent of meditation and mindfulness practiceāit can be an invaluable part of self-care and self-
discovery.
I offer humanistic, person-centered, systems, and eclectic approaches to therapy. Some of the types of
therapy I offer include: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing
Therapy (CPT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I am here to help you recover from the trauma, grief, and pain that is holding you back.
If you are ready
to learn new skills and are open to new possibilities, please reach out to me.
At our first meeting, we
will discuss what you are looking for and what therapy might look like for you as a unique individual.
Services:
- Individual Therapy for Adults 18+
Specializations:
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief&Loss
- LGBTQAI+
- Life Transitions
- Mindfulness
- PTSD
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Trauma
- Veterans
Education:
Masterās of Social Work-Springfield College School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts-International Relations, Boston University
License: LCSW #95291
Hobbies: Hiking, reading, painting, running, and quality time with my husband, family, and friends
āYou cannot stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.ā -Jon Kabat-Zinn
Hi, Iām Beth. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience providing
therapy for a wide range of issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and grief.
One of my great passions is helping survivors of trauma heal and move forward.
Further, I am a big
proponent of meditation and mindfulness practiceāit can be an invaluable part of self-care and self-
discovery.
I offer humanistic, person-centered, systems, and eclectic approaches to therapy. Some of the types of
therapy I offer include: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing
Therapy (CPT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
I am here to help you recover from the trauma, grief, and pain that is holding you back.
If you are ready
to learn new skills and are open to new possibilities, please reach out to me.
At our first meeting, we
will discuss what you are looking for and what therapy might look like for you as a unique individual.
Services:
- Individual Therapy for Adults 18+
Specializations:
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief&Loss
- LGBTQAI+
- Life Transitions
- Mindfulness
- PTSD
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Trauma
- Veterans
Education:
Masterās of Social Work-Springfield College School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts-International Relations, Boston University
License: LCSW #95291
Hobbies: Hiking, reading, painting, running, and quality time with my husband, family, and friends
Austin Boelman, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Immediate Openings
Hi, I'm Austin Boelman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker!
I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client. I utilize cognitive behavioral and solution focused models to best process, support, and empower a client to create positive change in their life.
My clients have come to me with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, major life changes, financial stress, self-esteem, and relational issues.
I strive for my therapy space to be an inviting, calm, and brave environment to share lifeās challenges.
I look forward to partnering with you on your healing journey.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Adults
- Teenagers
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- OCD
- Stress
- Self-esteem
- LGBTQIA+
- Trauma
Education:
Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver
Bachelors in Psychology from California Lutheran University
Hobbies:
Playing guitar, playing with my dog, spending time with friends and family, going to concerts, and playing video games.
Hi, I'm Austin Boelman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker!
I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client. I utilize cognitive behavioral and solution focused models to best process, support, and empower a client to create positive change in their life.
My clients have come to me with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, major life changes, financial stress, self-esteem, and relational issues.
I strive for my therapy space to be an inviting, calm, and brave environment to share lifeās challenges.
I look forward to partnering with you on your healing journey.
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Adults
- Teenagers
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- OCD
- Stress
- Self-esteem
- LGBTQIA+
- Trauma
Education:
Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver
Bachelors in Psychology from California Lutheran University
Hobbies:
Playing guitar, playing with my dog, spending time with friends and family, going to concerts, and playing video games.
Nelson Acosta, ACSW
Immediate Openings
Associate Clinical Social Worker under supervision of Milia Mahfoud Staggs
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker, and graduated in 2023 with my Master in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
I have worked in the field of working with people with mental struggles since 2017.
My practice is guided by lived experience and overcoming challenges and setbacks. I specialize in addiction and working with adults with persistent mental health challenges.
I love working with people who are motivated for treatment and want to make changes in their lives to overcome obstacles that are outside their control.
I use a variety of models from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery Model. I want to work with you on your goals for yourself and break cycles of trauma and experiences that we inherit, and empower a quality of life that is not only meaningful but also fruitful.
I look forward to working side by side with you as you grow and heal.
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specializations:
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief&Loss
- Life Transitions
- PTSD
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma
Education:
Masterās of Social Work from California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Human Services from California State University, Fullerton
License: ACSW 117409
Hobbies: I enjoy going to sporting events, traveling to see family, and going for long walks with my wife and dogs.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker, and graduated in 2023 with my Master in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
I have worked in the field of working with people with mental struggles since 2017.
My practice is guided by lived experience and overcoming challenges and setbacks. I specialize in addiction and working with adults with persistent mental health challenges.
I love working with people who are motivated for treatment and want to make changes in their lives to overcome obstacles that are outside their control.
I use a variety of models from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery Model. I want to work with you on your goals for yourself and break cycles of trauma and experiences that we inherit, and empower a quality of life that is not only meaningful but also fruitful.
I look forward to working side by side with you as you grow and heal.
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specializations:
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief&Loss
- Life Transitions
- PTSD
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma
Education:
Masterās of Social Work from California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Human Services from California State University, Fullerton
License: ACSW 117409
Hobbies: I enjoy going to sporting events, traveling to see family, and going for long walks with my wife and dogs.
Lauren Romero, AMFT
Immediate Openings
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist Under Supervision of Milia Mahfoud Staggs, LMFT
Hello, my name is Lauren and I am an associate marriage and family therapist. I have worked in the field for over ten years. I have primarily worked to support individuals who have experienced trauma, mental health crisis and daily struggles.
I have a passion to help people figure out what is or is not working for them and how they can realistically begin to find coping skills, self awareness and draw from life experience to gain understanding and start to overcome their challenges.
My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from various modalities to meet their unique needs .
My goal is to help people make sense of all the unknowns by creating a safe, supportive and down to earth, collaborative environment so that we can work together in finding your path to wellness so that life looks more like what you want.
As a therapist, I realize that sometimes we do not have the words or really even know what we are looking for, I am dedicated to helping people gain better understanding.
I invite you to reach out, letās do this together!
Areas of treatment:
- Trauma
- Sexual Trauma
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Family Conflict
Education:
University of Phoenix, Master of Science in Marriage and family counseling
University of Phoenix, Bachelor Degree of Human Services
I have been an associate Marriage and Family therapist since 2020
Hobbies:
In my free time I really enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love to cook, taking care of the many plants I have collected over the years. I love being home with all my animals. I enjoy being outdoors, paddle boarding or sitting at the beach and listening to music.
Hello, my name is Lauren and I am an associate marriage and family therapist. I have worked in the field for over ten years. I have primarily worked to support individuals who have experienced trauma, mental health crisis and daily struggles.
I have a passion to help people figure out what is or is not working for them and how they can realistically begin to find coping skills, self awareness and draw from life experience to gain understanding and start to overcome their challenges.
My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from various modalities to meet their unique needs .
My goal is to help people make sense of all the unknowns by creating a safe, supportive and down to earth, collaborative environment so that we can work together in finding your path to wellness so that life looks more like what you want.
As a therapist, I realize that sometimes we do not have the words or really even know what we are looking for, I am dedicated to helping people gain better understanding.
I invite you to reach out, letās do this together!
Areas of treatment:
- Trauma
- Sexual Trauma
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Family Conflict
Education:
University of Phoenix, Master of Science in Marriage and family counseling
University of Phoenix, Bachelor Degree of Human Services
I have been an associate Marriage and Family therapist since 2020
Hobbies:
In my free time I really enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love to cook, taking care of the many plants I have collected over the years. I love being home with all my animals. I enjoy being outdoors, paddle boarding or sitting at the beach and listening to music.
Jadine Wong, AMFT Immediate Openings
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist Under Supervision of Milia Mahfoud Staggs, LMFT
Hello! My name is Jadine Wong and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in the mental health field for over 5 years.
My primary experience is through Relationship, Couple Conflicts, Individual Growth & Exploration, and Mental Health Crisis.
My passion is coming alongside an individual, couple, or family and discovering who they are and what their goals in life may be and develop skills and awareness to help them reach these goals.
I have experience in working with children, young adults, adults, families and couples.
I enjoy creating a collaborative approach where we are able to address both personal and intrapersonal issues. I believe in creating a safe place to address any issue that a client may face. I have experience working in:
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples and Family Therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Self Esteem
- College stress
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma
-Addiction & Affects it has on relationships
- Sexual Conflict and Trauma
- Bipolar
- IVF
- Postpartum depression
- Parenting stress
- Mood Disorders
- Self-Esteem
- Struggles within Life Achievements
-Couples Relationship Struggles
Education:
Alliant International University, San Diego, CA
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy
University of San Francisco City, CA
Bachelors in Finance December 2006
Hello! My name is Jadine Wong and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in the mental health field for over 5 years.
My primary experience is through Relationship, Couple Conflicts, Individual Growth & Exploration, and Mental Health Crisis.
My passion is coming alongside an individual, couple, or family and discovering who they are and what their goals in life may be and develop skills and awareness to help them reach these goals.
I have experience in working with children, young adults, adults, families and couples.
I enjoy creating a collaborative approach where we are able to address both personal and intrapersonal issues. I believe in creating a safe place to address any issue that a client may face. I have experience working in:
Services:
- Individual Therapy
- Couples and Family Therapy
Specializations:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Work Stress
- Self Esteem
- College stress
- Grief and Loss
- Trauma
-Addiction & Affects it has on relationships
- Sexual Conflict and Trauma
- Bipolar
- IVF
- Postpartum depression
- Parenting stress
- Mood Disorders
- Self-Esteem
- Struggles within Life Achievements
-Couples Relationship Struggles
Education:
Alliant International University, San Diego, CA
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy
University of San Francisco City, CA
Bachelors in Finance December 2006
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