Isla Dennis is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through challenging times. She understands that many clients may feel stuck in repetitive cycles of conflict, communication issues, or intimacy struggles. Through her empathetic listening, Isla aids in uncovering the root causes of these difficulties, helping clients break unwanted patterns and develop practical tools for lasting change. With a belief in the potential for health, happiness, and success, she collaborates with her clients to establish customized goals and actionable plans. Specializing in relationship dynamics—such as communication, boundaries, and infidelity—as well as individual challenges like anxiety and chronic pain, Isla is committed to fostering authenticity, confidence, and assertiveness in her clients. With over six years of experience in various mental health settings, including community mental health and private practice, Isla currently practices at Caring Connected in Pasadena. Her extensive knowledge encompasses a broad spectrum of therapeutic modalities, including Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Isla conducts sessions through video and phone calls, ensuring accessibility for her clients. Her nurturing approach aims to empower each person she works with, guiding them to realize their true potential.

Joanne Diaz-Koegl is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with an impressive 19 years of experience in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of life. With a profound understanding of grief, marital challenges, and life transitions, she provides a safe and nurturing environment for her clients. Joanne utilizes a diverse range of evidence-based modalities, including the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, ensuring a comprehensive and culturally sensitive approach tailored to each individual’s unique circumstances. Her integrative style, coupled with her commitment to emotional well-being, empowers clients to explore their feelings and relationships deeply, fostering healing and growth. Joanne specializes in working with adults and elders, guiding them through their journeys with compassion and expertise.

Sally Duffy is dedicated to guiding her clients on a healing journey, empowering them as they reflect on their paths toward change. Specializing in working with young children, she offers parent coaching to those with children aged 0 to 8 and supports young adults navigating the complexities of early adulthood. As an esteemed member of the Maternal Mental Health team, Sally provides invaluable support to pregnant individuals, new mothers, and parents, navigating these transformative and often challenging phases of life.<br /> <br /> With a foundation in Person-Centered therapy, Attachment-Based practices, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Sally recognizes the importance of understanding each individual’s cultural background and issues surrounding cultural identity and stress. She values creating an environment where clients feel truly heard and seen, making conversations surrounding race and culture integral to her sessions.<br /> <br /> Sally believes that her clients know themselves best and are naturally inclined towards what is best for their own lives. Her approach emphasizes the necessity of feeling safe, seen, and heard in the healing process. Passionate about collaboration, she works hand-in-hand with her clients towards their goals for meaningful change. Sally looks forward to accompanying her clients on their journeys toward wellness and empowerment.

Lauren Eccker is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist who holds a Master of Public Health alongside her LCSW credentials. In response to the current public health crisis, she offers therapy both in person and through a secure online platform, ensuring that her clients have flexible access to support. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and stress, Lauren provides a compassionate space for adults to process their experiences, get creative, and build on their strengths during challenging times. She is deeply committed to upholding culturally affirming and responsive care, prioritizing inclusivity and safety in the therapeutic environment, making it a space that truly belongs to her clients. As a passionate supporter of resilience-building, Lauren collaborates with individuals as they navigate both inner and outer challenges in today's world. Her therapeutic approach incorporates a variety of interventions, including mindfulness practices, self-compassion techniques, social skills enhancement, emotional regulation strategies, and CBT and DBT skills. Above all, Lauren aims to foster a sense of connection, ensuring her clients feel safe and equipped to face the world.

Dr. Emily Hu is a dedicated psychologist at Thrive Psychology, a premier therapy and counseling center focused on women's wellness. Through her compassionate approach, she empowers clients to navigate life's toughest challenges and achieve their highest potential. With a wealth of experience, Thrive has successfully supported thousands of individuals in living their best lives, utilizing a comprehensive array of both in-person and online services. Dr. Hu specializes in individual therapy, particularly for those grappling with trauma, PTSD, and various life struggles including addiction, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, transitions, and grief. She employs advanced evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help her clients build richer and brighter futures. Recovery can be a challenging journey, but clients need not face it alone. Dr. Hu looks forward to connecting with those who seek support and guidance on their healing journey.

Jodon English is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, specializing in supporting adults and elders facing challenges such as anxiety and depression. He believes that a shift in perspective can significantly influence how individuals feel and engage with their lives. Jodon provides a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions with someone who is fully invested in their journey. With over ten years of experience, he has had the honor of guiding many people through their most difficult times to help them realize their potential and uncover their best selves. Jodon’s journey in therapy has profoundly shaped his understanding of what it means to be genuine and true to oneself, inspiring him to leave his previous career to pursue his true calling. He employs a diverse array of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic, and Attachment-based approaches, ensuring that each client receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Therapy can lead to transformative change, and Jodon is here to help clients discover the path that works for them.

Miya Erickson, a dedicated Psychologist with a MSW and PsyD, graduated from the California School of Professional Psychology in 2013. She believes that therapy is a journey to find the right fit with a trusted guide. Miya emphasizes the significance of collaborating with her clients, approaching each session with empathy and guided self-examination. For individuals feeling stuck or healing from past wounds, Miya assists in developing new coping skills, establishing healthy boundaries, and transforming insight into action. She understands that the most courageous moments lead to profound growth. Through a combination of introspection, depth work, and cultivating a strong therapeutic relationship, Miya attentively listens to the intricate details of her clients' life stories, helping them build upon their unique strengths and abilities. With expertise in supporting adults, couples, and adolescents, Miya specializes in navigating life transitions, relationship difficulties, parent-child conflicts, anxiety, depression, and work-life balance, as well as enhancing social skills. Furthermore, her extensive background as an adoption specialist allows her to effectively address issues of loss, infertility, attachment, and adjustment in both adoptees and adoptive parents. Miya warmly welcomes inquiries from those seeking to explore their therapeutic options.

Dr. Farnush Farmand understands that the challenges individuals face in their daily lives can feel overwhelming, regardless of their form. Many find themselves trapped in repeating unhealthy patterns, often struggling to comprehend the reasons behind their feelings. Over time, this can lead to a loss of trust in one's own judgment and a disconnection from intuition, making it difficult to hear one’s inner guidance. In response, individuals may seek to cope through various means, which can mirror protective strategies they have learned throughout life. Dr. Farmand’s clinical focus encompasses trauma-related issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. They utilize a blend of psychodynamic, relational, and attachment-based therapies, alongside cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. Yet, beyond the clinical framework, what sets Dr. Farmand apart is their genuine connection with clients. They prioritize creating a compassionate environment that fosters safe vulnerability, where individuals can collaboratively explore life’s challenges. Dr. Farnush Farmand is dedicated to guiding clients toward deeper insights and promoting emotional growth, and they feel truly grateful for the opportunity to accompany each client on their unique journey.

Nicole Farshchian is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida and California, committed to empowering individuals to discover their true selves through education and insight. Specializing in therapy for young and middle-aged adults, she focuses on issues related to identity, addiction, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders, attachment challenges, depression, and anxiety. Nicole believes that everyone possesses the inner strength to overcome obstacles; sometimes, we just need a little guidance. Her therapeutic style is warm and comforting, emphasizing a strengths-based approach combined with motivational interviewing techniques. Acknowledging the courage it takes to seek therapy, she strives to instill confidence in her clients' decisions. Nicole serves as a supportive guide and a compassionate ally, offering a listening ear and practical strategies to help individuals find healthier coping mechanisms and implement meaningful behavioral changes on their journeys to mental wellness.

Rick Fraser, PhD, is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with 30 years of experience working alongside a diverse array of individuals, couples, and families. He believes that compassionate therapy thrives in a personal, professional, and confidential atmosphere. For those facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, or the complexities of divorce, Rick enhances awareness and self-esteem through a unique blend of insight and acceptance. His approach fosters rich personal and professional growth, believing that therapy can profoundly enrich every aspect of life. Specializing in couples therapy, Rick provides invaluable tools for improving communication, understanding, and mutual cooperation to build intimacy within relationships. In addition to his clinical practice, he specializes in high conflict divorce mediation and has served as a Special Master for the Superior Court of Los Angeles. He also shares his extensive knowledge through teaching at California State University in Los Angeles. Rick emphasizes that the in-room relationship between therapist and client is crucial for transformation, offering his clients the patience, insight, and compassion necessary to empower them to move forward in their lives.

Karen Amirkhanyan, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), specializes in empowering adults to achieve self-awareness and personal growth. Her therapeutic approach is anchored in fostering a deeper understanding of the inner self, enabling clients to overcome internalized barriers while reconnecting with their inner child. Recognizing that healthy and meaningful interpersonal relationships significantly impact one's quality of life, Karen assists clients in identifying toxic interactions and establishing firm boundaries. With a clinical style that is holistic and tailored, she employs a variety of modalities to meet her clients' unique needs, including client-centered, humanistic, and psychoanalytic tools. Additionally, Karen integrates elements of CBT and DBT, which she emphasizes within her practice. Trained in EMDR, she also thoughtfully considers cultural and spiritual dimensions as pivotal factors in her treatment plans. Karen is currently pursuing certification in Relational Life Therapy, an innovative couples therapy approach that helps individuals forge authentic, honest, and intimate connections. She holds a particular expertise in providing immigration evaluations for extreme hardship waivers, VAWA, and asylum determinations, and is based in Texas.

Molly Garber, an associate clinical social worker, is dedicated to helping individuals facing anxiety, depression, anger issues, and relationship challenges stemming from childhood trauma. She employs a systemic approach in her practice, meeting clients where they are in each session to foster a sense of comfort, trust, and understanding. Molly views healing as a sine wave, recognizing that while there are ups and downs, the journey is always towards an upward trajectory. Her commitment lies in walking alongside her clients throughout their growth, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment essential for healing. Utilizing a blend of Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy, she adeptly addresses feelings of dread, abandonment, isolation, anxiety, and chronic pain. Molly's goal is to assist clients in identifying and reframing unhelpful thought patterns, behaviors, and beliefs, ultimately leading them to develop effective emotional regulation strategies. Additionally, she specializes in couple therapy, collaborating with partners to tackle intimacy issues and establish healthy communication strategies. In her practice, Molly empowers individuals to create a brighter future, experience a more joyous daily life, and find forgiveness for the past.

Noah Gershman, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, understands the challenges many face in their journey through life. His approach reflects a deep sensitivity to the struggles individuals encounter, whether it involves relationship issues, life transitions, or feelings of being stuck. He believes that recognizing the need for change is the first step in a transformative journey. With a solid foundation in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Noah employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and expressive arts, to support individuals of all ages—from preteens to adults. Noah strives to create a collaborative and safe therapeutic environment where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. He brings a blend of curiosity, empathy, and good humor to the therapy process, helping clients explore new perspectives and approaches to life's challenges. With Noah, clients will find a supportive partner ready to walk alongside them on their path to healing, growth, and self-discovery.