Covina, CA Local Support & Community Resources

Terri Burns, LMFT, is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to fostering healing and growth in her clients. With a rich tapestry of experience, she supports preteens, children, teens, and adults, addressing a spectrum of issues including grief, relationship challenges, and anxiety. Terri's multi-faceted approach draws from techniques such as Play Therapy, Family Systems, and the renowned Gottman Method, ensuring that each individual receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Her expertise extends to handling trauma and PTSD, domestic violence, ADHD, and other general issues, as she is committed to guiding families—especially those in business together—through their struggles. Terri's warm and supportive demeanor makes her a trusted ally in navigating life's complexities, whether through solution-focused strategies or relational approaches. She inspires her clients to discover healthier paths and achieve their therapeutic goals.

Shinpei Chai is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a deep understanding of cultural dynamics, thanks to their diverse experiences living in various countries. Fluent in Thai and Mandarin, Shinpei connects with clients from different backgrounds, enhancing their understanding of interpersonal relationships. Their passion lies in guiding individuals and couples through the complexities of their relationships, especially those grappling with past traumas. Shinpei believes in the innate potential for genuine and loving connections, understanding that past pains often obstruct this capability. They work diligently to help clients gain insight into unhelpful patterns of behavior that lead to cycles of rage, shame, and withdrawal. With a commitment to fostering love and trust, Shinpei creates a peaceful therapeutic environment where powerful choices can be made to nurture authentic connections. They are dedicated to walking alongside clients on their journey of self-love, healing, and personal growth.

Debbie Morehead, an LMFT, understands how challenging life can feel when things aren’t going as planned. Many individuals find themselves frustrated, irritated, and even on the verge of giving up, believing they are doing all the right things but still not achieving the desired outcomes. They might feel unhappy, unsupported, and exhausted as they navigate the complexities of life and relationships, often blaming themselves or others for the lack of progress. Debbie's compassionate approach offers hope. She believes that there are specific, actionable steps that individuals can take to turn things around. By guiding her clients away from the ineffective patterns that hinder their happiness, she empowers them to uncover practical solutions. Through her expertise in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and the Gottman Method, she helps clients to understand not just what they can do differently, but also the reasoning behind their behaviors. When clients are ready to embrace change and are open to learning new ways to foster their relationships and their own well-being, connecting with Debbie could be a pivotal step toward achieving the fulfilled life they desire.