Miguel Gallegos is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, dedicated to guiding both teens and adults through the complexities of modern life. Acknowledging the rapid changes in our world, Miguel assists clients in processing their unique experiences, offering new perspectives, and equipping them with essential skills for their life journey. His integrative approach is tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual, reflecting his belief that people are not damaged, but rather may find themselves feeling stuck and in need of support.<br /> <br /> Miguel specializes in working with children and adolescents, helping them to cultivate healthy thought patterns and positive self-images. He also supports adults facing challenges such as relationship issues, addiction, and emotional eating disorders. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he ensures that language is not a barrier to mental health support. He is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where everyone can thrive emotionally and relationally.

Nicole Carter, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, is dedicated to helping individuals, particularly teens and women, navigate life's challenges. She recognizes that seeking therapy can be an intimidating journey, which is why it's crucial to find the right therapist for meaningful growth and transformation. With a warm and empathetic approach, Nicole engages with her clients in a genuine way, providing a safe space to confront and explore personal experiences. Her integrative therapy style considers each person's unique history, cultural background, and familial influences. Specializing in issues such as trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and various women's issues, Nicole supports her clients through difficulties including blended families, attachment challenges, domestic violence, gender identity concerns, and self-esteem issues. She believes in building on the strengths of her clients to achieve their therapeutic goals, fostering vulnerability and connection throughout the process. Nicole's collaborative, compassionate approach ensures that her clients feel truly heard and empowered in their journeys toward healing.

Christine Chavez, a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), understands that every individual faces challenges in life. With an empathetic approach, she provides a safe space for processing personal issues and gaining new perspectives. Christine meets clients where they are emotionally, utilizing an array of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Art Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to promote healing and growth. With over 30 years of experience working closely with children, parents, and families from diverse backgrounds, her specializations include grief counseling, building coping skills, and enhancing self-esteem. In response to the evolving needs of her clients during the Covid pandemic, Christine also offers teletherapy, ensuring accessibility for those seeking support from home. By choosing to work with Christine, clients are taking a meaningful step towards self-improvement and a brighter future.

Empowered Choice Psychotherapy, led by a dedicated marriage and family therapist, offers a nurturing space for individuals seeking personal growth, strength, and peace of mind. With a deep commitment to guiding clients in examining their narratives and present challenges, the therapist employs an eclectic treatment approach that honors each unique journey. Through empowering methods, the therapist assists clients in letting go of what no longer serves them, while nurturing the development of adaptive coping strategies that cater to their emotional needs. This compassionate approach aims to foster insight and self-awareness, making strides toward healing. This is the first step toward transforming one's outcome, and clients are encouraged to explore the empowering journey of therapy at Empowered Choice Psychotherapy.

Karissa King, a seasoned Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT), offers compassionate and professional guidance from a Christian perspective. With over a decade of experience, she has supported thousands of individuals and couples in navigating challenges such as relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, and other life transitions. Her commitment to fostering healing and relief in her clients shines through in every session. Karissa, along with her husband, provides specialized couples counseling, utilizing a proven system that has positively impacted over 4 million relationships globally. They are dedicated to helping couples rebuild trust and intimacy through their expert coaching approach. Additionally, Karissa embraces various therapeutic modalities, including Imago therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, ensuring a tailored experience for each client. Clients are welcomed into a safe and nurturing environment where they can explore their emotions and work toward growth. Karissa's depth of expertise covers a wide range of issues, from trauma and PTSD to life coaching and self-esteem challenges. Her approach reflects a strength-based perspective that values each individual's journey toward healing.

Pamela Kozlow, MSW, LCSW, is dedicated to providing effective, caring, and compassionate therapy to adults and elders. With a strong belief that the primary aim of counseling is to guide individuals and couples through quality listening, acceptance, understanding, and thoughtful responses, she strives to help her clients experience greater well-being. Pamela views her clients as experts in their own lives and serves as a supportive tool, assisting them in harnessing their strengths and inner wisdom to navigate their unique journeys toward personal growth. Her practice embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, ages, and socio-economic statuses. Pamela specializes in marital and couples counseling, individual and family therapy, as well as addressing relationship and communication issues, parenting, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, and bereavement. She is committed to helping her clients set realistic goals and find effective solutions through her empathetic and non-judgmental guidance. With a focus on personal and spiritual growth, Pamela believes in the inherent potential of all individuals to heal themselves and their relationships.

Leina Hoyt is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with a Master's degree and extensive experience in the field. Since transitioning to life coaching on June 30, 2021, she has focused on a trauma-informed approach to help individuals achieve peace and well-being despite their histories. With over 16 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California, Leina is passionate about supporting teens, children, and adults in overcoming challenges related to trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Her work extends to collaborating with Family Court Services and probation clients, ensuring that those referred by the Victim Witness program receive the tailored support they need. Leina's commitment to helping clients from various backgrounds and locations is evident in her warm and compassionate approach.

Dr. Dorian Manke is a dedicated Psychologist with a PhD, specializing in the unique challenges faced by teens, adults, and elders. With over ten years of experience, she begins every therapeutic engagement at the client's current junction, guiding them toward their next stage of personal transformation. Dr. Manke employs an integrative approach, utilizing various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychodynamic therapies, to support her clients' growth and resilience. She understands that life presents us with unexpected challenges that often necessitate starting anew. Through her therapy, loss is transformed into growth as her clients develop a deeper and more mature understanding of themselves and the world around them. In addition to addressing critical issues such as depression, relationship challenges, and career counseling, Dr. Manke offers proactive life enhancement services, including marriage enrichment and career development. For couples, her therapy sessions are inspired by the Gottman method, fostering strong communication and connection between partners. Each therapeutic plan is tailored to meet the individual needs of her clients, whether through insight-oriented approaches, skill training, or creative methods like sand tray therapy and art therapy. Dr. Manke also recognizes the significance of spirituality, incorporating it into her practice for those who find it meaningful. Her compassionate and research-backed strategies aim to empower individuals, couples, and families as they navigate their personal and relational journeys.

Daphne Mckinnon is a dedicated therapist specializing in virtual therapy. In an increasingly uncertain world, where anxiety, depression, and trauma significantly impact daily life and relationships, she believes it is essential to develop effective coping strategies for a fulfilling and healthy existence. By offering secure and accessible online sessions, she connects meaningfully with her clients while supporting their journey toward relief from distressing thoughts and emotions. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Daphne takes a strength-based and client-focused approach, affirming the inherent worth and potential of each individual. Her areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, depression, parenting effectiveness, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, trauma, domestic violence, and child/adolescent sexual abuse. Through her compassionate guidance, she empowers her clients to navigate their challenges and build a brighter future.

Lori Pearring is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who passionately supports adults and elders (65+) as they navigate the complexities of life. With a special focus on marital and premarital counseling, Lori expertly addresses relationship issues and fosters self-esteem growth. Her approach integrates various therapeutic modalities, including the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, ensuring that clients feel understood and empowered throughout their journey. <br /> <br /> Lori adeptly guides individuals and families through a range of challenges—whether it be grief, anxiety, or life transitions—using techniques from Positive Psychology, attachment-based therapy, and life coaching methods. She fosters an environment conducive to exploring coping skills and enhancing personal strengths, particularly in navigating stress, family conflict, and parenting challenges. Lori provides compassionate support, recognizing that each client's path is unique, and values the opportunity to help them achieve their goals with warmth and expertise. Through her commitment to creating meaningful connections, Lori Pearring stands out as a transformative figure in the realm of therapy.

Arielle Pinkston, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with an MA and LMFT certification, specializes in helping individuals navigate feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and relational challenges. She believes that therapy is a powerful tool to explore the patterns, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that shape one’s world, guiding clients to identify and challenge the obstacles holding them back. With a particular passion for supporting undergraduate and graduate students in addressing self-esteem issues and relationship dynamics, Arielle utilizes an integrative therapeutic model. She collaborates with clients to create tailored treatment plans aligned with their unique goals. As a certified yoga instructor, she often seamlessly weaves mindfulness and yoga into the therapeutic experience when it is beneficial. Arielle is committed to fostering a genuine therapeutic relationship and is open to discussing the best counseling options for potential clients.

Rene Quispe Sandoval, LCSW, is a compassionate and highly skilled clinical social worker dedicated to guiding individuals through life's challenges. With extensive experience working with preteens, teens, adults, and elders, Rene specializes in addressing key issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Their therapeutic approach is both diverse and tailored, utilizing techniques from Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Trauma-Focused interventions. Rene also employs modalities like the Gottman Method and EMDR to support couples and individuals in their journeys toward healing and personal growth. With a warm and empathetic demeanor, Rene creates a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, fostering resilience and well-being.

Laura Reames is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree and the prestigious LMFT certification. With a rich understanding of the complexities that adults face, she specializes in addressing key issues such as depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship dynamics. Laura utilizes an eclectic approach, incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities including Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her compassionate nature shines through in her work with couples, individuals, and families, creating a safe space for healing and growth. Passionate about the transformative power of expressive arts and relational therapies, Laura strives to support her clients in navigating life’s challenges while fostering resilience and emotional well-being.