Dr. Jennifer Chen is a dedicated psychologist who embraces a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) approach, focusing on the important connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. She is committed to creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental environment for her clients, encouraging them to identify key patterns and barriers that inhibit a fulfilling life. Her therapy aims to help individuals develop new perspectives on their thoughts and emotions, deepen their awareness, and acquire effective coping skills, all tailored to their unique goals and needs. Dr. Chen specializes in treating mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress, and managing stress. With her certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she utilizes effective techniques for processing traumatic memories. Moreover, she finds great fulfillment in working with clients from minority backgrounds, including diverse cultural and sexual identities, fostering an inclusive therapeutic space that empowers her clients on their journey toward balance and growth.

Laura Crystal Mallory is a dedicated marriage and family therapist who excels in helping individuals navigate grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and trauma. With a compassionate and attentive approach, she provides deep listening, guidance, and a structured environment that serves as a compassionate mirror for her clients. This allows them to understand their experiences of pain and embark on a journey of transformation. Laura empowers her clients to discover their own insights about healing, ensuring that their personal growth is lasting and transformative. Her authenticity and honesty shine through in her therapeutic relationships. Laura specializes in addressing low self-esteem, high anxiety, and periodic feelings of low mood, maintaining a present and supportive environment where clients can express themselves at their own pace. She creates a safe space and facilitates expressive arts and movement activities in her sessions to help clients process intense emotions. Understanding that seeking help can be challenging, Laura is committed to guiding her clients toward greater self-love and acceptance.

Tara Daniels is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, dedicated to supporting teens and adults in navigating life’s challenges. She understands that early patterns and behaviors, while initially helpful, can sometimes become counterproductive. Tara aims to assist clients in reconstructing their emotional toolbox to effectively address various complex issues such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and trauma. With a warm and genuine therapeutic style, she creates a safe space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings mindfully. Employing a blend of somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness-based CBT, and DBT, Tara helps clients gain control over their emotions and triggers while fostering self-reflection through techniques like body awareness and guided imagery. Her extensive life experiences and specialized training provide her with unique insights into challenges faced by women of color, body image concerns, grief and loss, systematic oppression, low self-esteem, mixed-race relationships, suicidal ideation, and addiction. Through her empathetic approach, Tara empowers her clients to feel heard and understood, encouraging them to make transformative decisions in their lives.

Jacqueline Esquer is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with a Master’s in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley, earned in 2018. She understands that seeking therapy is a courageous step in one’s journey and is proud of those who choose to take it. With extensive experience in addressing grief, anxiety, and life transitions, Jacqueline recognizes the complexities of the human experience and the myriad emotions that it brings, offering unwavering support during difficult times. Her therapeutic approach is deeply relational, providing a warm and welcoming environment for clients from diverse backgrounds. She incorporates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, while also being trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Jacqueline values a compassion-focused, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive practice, ensuring that her clients feel seen, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journeys.

Lindsay Evans is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, LCSW, who specializes in working with adults and elders facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Graduating from the University of California, Los Angeles with a Master of Social Welfare in 2005, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. She assists individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or simply need support as they navigate new life circumstances. Through her flexible and individualized approach, clients can explore unhelpful patterns in their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, discovering how these elements impact their quality of life. Lindsay provides valuable tools and concepts aimed at promoting self-acceptance, improving relationships, and regaining balance. With expertise in a range of evidence-based therapy types, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy, she offers a culturally sensitive and strength-based approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. Recognizing the difficulties associated with finding a trustworthy and qualified therapist, Lindsay's goal is to make the process as easy and seamless as possible for those who seek her assistance.

Kendra Feliz Paulsen is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist whose passion lies in guiding individuals, couples, and families through their personal journeys. She creates a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their dreams, artwork, and daily life experiences. This exploration is crucial to shedding light on and addressing blockages that hinder their enjoyment of life, which can stem from past trauma, deep-seated beliefs, or ingrained thought patterns. Kendra employs a rich blend of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness-based approaches, EMDR, depth psychotherapy, and expressive arts, alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family systems techniques. She is committed to fostering healing and transformation by nurturing new pathways for growth. Kendra's unique perspective is shaped by her own experiences as a client, allowing her to adapt her methods in a way that is most beneficial for those she serves.

Cecilia Froberg is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) dedicated to helping individuals, children, and couples liberate themselves from the fears and secrets that have brought them to therapy. She understands that many people, tormented by anxiety and catastrophic thinking, face challenges that interfere with their relationships and hinder them from becoming their true selves. With her insight-oriented approach, Cecilia effectively assists those dealing with trauma—such as early abandonment or sexual abuse—and aids individuals who often experience feelings of impending doom. She also has a strong commitment to supporting couples in navigating common goals and intimacy issues, ensuring that each therapeutic journey is tailored to their unique needs. Her practice encompasses a range of therapy types, including Play Therapy and Family Systems, reflecting her versatile expertise in handling diverse emotional disturbances within LGBTQ+ communities and beyond.

Guillermina Gigi Valdes-Huckabee is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in psychotherapy, specializing in helping adults and elders navigate complex challenges such as trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. Gigi employs a holistic therapeutic approach, integrating intuitive healing, reiki, and massage therapy into her practice. She passionately supports individuals dealing with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the impacts of environmental stressors. Gigi's collaborative and strength-based therapy style creates a safe space where clients can explore their pain and work towards their aspirations. Her expertise extends to complex trauma, attachment issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, and spiritual challenges. By focusing on each client's unique narrative, Gigi empowers individuals to regain control of their lives, prioritize happiness and fulfillment, and develop effective coping strategies. She is fluent in Spanish and embodies a commitment to culturally sensitive care.

Megan Gredesky is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, and RDT, who embraces both in-person and online therapy options. With a commitment to staying current on cutting-edge therapies, she strives to achieve rapid and long-lasting therapeutic effects for her clients. As a Certified Brainspotting Therapist, Megan focuses on the neuroscience of healing, guiding clients through trauma, grief, and anxiety. She offers support to empaths and highly sensitive individuals facing feelings of overwhelm, as well as to performers and artists who benefit from Expansion Brainspotting to overcome creative blocks. Trained in play therapy and drama therapy, Megan connects effectively with children and adolescents. Additionally, she collaborates with clinics to conduct psychological assessments necessary for alternative fertility treatments in California. With a specialization in grief, Megan supports individuals in coping with various losses. She serves as a compassionate guide, helping clients unlock their innate ability to heal, fostering a nurturing space pivotal for healing. Through her solution- and strength-based approaches, Megan empowers clients to manage their day-to-day challenges with resilience.

Dr. Robert Lim, a dedicated Psychologist with a PhD, takes great pride in supporting adults and elders navigating a multitude of mental health concerns. His expertise encompasses trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and the intricacies of racial identity and cultural acclimation. An Asian American man, Dr. Lim is particularly attuned to the unique needs of diverse populations, ensuring an inclusive and culturally sensitive approach in his practice. He collaborates closely with his clients to set realistic therapeutic goals, utilizing a variety of methodologies such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, among others. Dr. Lim values the therapeutic relationship, viewing it as pivotal for fostering change and healing. With a commitment to providing personalized care, he offers tailored assessments for adult ADHD and addresses broader life issues including career counseling, family dynamics, and men's health concerns. Those seeking support can benefit from a complimentary consultation, allowing a glimpse into the transformative work Dr. Lim is passionate about. He looks forward to accompanying individuals on their journey toward improved mental well-being.

Happy Heart is an accomplished Marriage & Family Therapist Associate specializing in providing compassionate therapy to adults. With a strong foundation in somatic therapy modalities, Happy effectively supports individuals and couples grappling with trauma, including both acute and developmental experiences. Additionally, clients dealing with grief, depression, and relational challenges find a welcoming and non-judgmental atmosphere conducive to healing. Happy understands the complexities of familial relationships and works diligently with couples, families, and extended those from blended backgrounds to navigate their unique dynamics. Recognizing that couples therapy should not be invasive or anxiety-inducing, Happy focuses on fostering a constructive and open dialogue, encouraging clients to be consistent and engaged throughout the therapeutic process. Committed to helping individuals and their loved ones, Happy is dedicated to guiding clients on their journey toward personal growth and deeper connections. Consultations are conducted via video, ensuring access to healing support from anywhere.

Tim Henry, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who brings a wealth of experience and education to his practice. A graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, Tim has spent years honing his skills and developing a compassionate approach to therapy. He specializes in guiding adults and elders through challenges such as anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues. Tim utilizes a diverse range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Psychodynamic techniques, tailoring his methods to meet the unique needs of individuals and couples. His eclectic and existential approach ensures a deep understanding of his clients' experiences, paving the way for healing and growth.

Valorie Herd is a licensed psychologist dedicated to supporting others on their journey towards mental wellness. With over 15 years of experience, she works with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, families, and couples. Valorie values a holistic approach to lifestyle changes, recognizing the importance of physical, mental, and emotional health in enhancing overall quality of life. While many circumstances in life are beyond our control, she empowers her clients to optimally navigate challenges that arise. Utilizing techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness for stress reduction, and psychoeducation, Valorie effectively addresses issues like depression, anxiety, occupational stress, and relationship difficulties. Her extensive background includes working with children in foster care, crisis intervention, and facilitating group therapy. At the Family and Child Counseling Center, Valorie finds joy in her work, encouraging clients to invest energy into nurturing themselves, as she believes that self-care is essential for overall well-being. If seeking support feels daunting, Valorie invites her clients to take the first step, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing one’s own mental health.