We are a highly skilled team with years of psychotherapy experience. Our goal is to always surpass your expectations!
What sets us apart?
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Andrea Sanserino, LCSW
Andrea Sanserino has over 13 years of experience working in the mental health field. Andrea has worked various settings- in community mental health, working with adults with depression, anxiety, trauma and substance abuse disorders, as a behavioral health provider in a medical setting, providing therapy to adults and families, and also as a consultant providing training, supervising other clinicians, and facilitating groups. Andrea utilizes a recovery oriented focus- starting from a place that believes that every individual has enormous strength and talent that can be harnessed to create a rich meaningful life. Trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety (trauma focused work) and skilled in Motivational Interviewing, Andrea uses a genuine, compassionate approach to helping others heal and grow.
Judy Jordan, LMFT
Judy Jordan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 35776) with over 10 years of professional experience with children, adolescent, adults, people in relationships, and families. Among her specialties are drug and alcohol addiction, ADHD, anxiety, communication, depression, grief and loss (people and pets), spirituality, and trauma. Judy is dedicated to creating a safe environment for individuals to maximize their full potential and she is adept at accepting and allowing individuals to be whom they are. Judy enjoys playing an important role in the psychological and academic lives of children and adolescents and motivating them to have successes in their lives. Judy has provided services at schools, county mental health agencies, Victims of Crime, and has done phone therapy. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy as tools for improved day-to-day living.
Tameika Timmons, LCSW
Tameika Timmons is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience providing psychotherapy and over 12 years of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Tameika has been trained in the following evidenced based practices: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and Families OverComing Under Stress (FOCUS). Some of her specialties include but are not limited to working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, mood issues, trauma, child behavior issues, and low self-esteem.
Tameika believes in the importance of taking a collaborative approach with her clients to help them achieve their goals, while utilizing practices from a strength-based perspective to assist them in identifying strengths that they possess to help them move forward. She possesses the empathy, compassion, and takes a non-judgmental approach which makes it easy for her clients to open-up to her. She is dedicated to empowering individuals to help them reconnect with self and others, find deeper self-understanding and compassion, along with assisting them in seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.
Angela Williams has over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Employee Assistance Professional. Her work spans from counseling those with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma to those with chronic illnesses and relationship issues. Another area of expertise is counseling for preventing or overcoming job burnout. She is LGBTQ-affirmative and has experience working with those from diverse cultural backgrounds. Angela partners with each individual to leverage their strengths, build new skills and bring day to day living in alignment with their values. While she draws on many theoretical orientations utilizing techniques determined by each client's needs, mindfulness-based approaches and the latest neuroscientific evidence support clients in their journey to well-being. Angela's clients appreciate her acceptance, compassion and wholehearted attention.
Aaron Quiroz; LMFT
Aaron Quiroz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a range of experience working with a variety of clients including severe and persistently ill, dual-diagnosis/substance use disordered,
homeless, and at-risk transitional-aged populations in intensive services in LA county since 2013. Aaron has developed an eclectic approach from working with clients and families utilizing
evidence-based practices such as Family-Centered Treatment, Seeking-Safety, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety and
Depression and Motivational Interviewing. Aaron focuses on treating of individual, couples, and family/support system depending on which benefits his client/s most. From an implementation of
professional and life experience, Aaron is open-minded, empathetic, and unconventional in his approach and is strengths-based and Solution-Focused in practice. Aaron believes that in helping client/s
to find new perspectives and alternative solutions, a higher level of functioning can be achieved and self-limiting plateaus can be overcome.
Anahita Saadatifard, LCSW
Anahita has worked in the mental healthcare field in various settings for over 15 years. She has training in Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Problem-Solving therapy. In addition she has experience working with adults, families, veterans, intimate partner violence clients and adults diagnosed with psychotic disorders. Anahita enjoys helping clients create a meaningful life utilizing a solution focused model as well as recognizing the benefits of mindfulness techniques. Her goal is to help clients build their self-esteem and self-awareness by learning healthy coping skills to improve your overall functioning. Anahita received her master’s in social work from University of Southern California and Bachelor of Science from Cal State University Fullerton.
Debra Speicher is an LCSW who is based in the Redondo Beach area. Debra has experience working with adolescents, adults and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Debra has experience working with dual diagnosis clients in a substance abuse treatment setting. Debra brings her prior life experience in the business world along with her clinical skills to the treatment setting. Debra is motivated to help clients become self actualized and utilizes both DBT and CBT interventions in her work with clients.
Muriel Graciano has been providing mental health services in various community settings for over a decade. Muriel has experience working with all ages and in a wide array of environments such as schools, courts, substance abuse programs and community agencies. Muriel specializes in treating anxiety, depressive, trauma and stress related disorders. Muriel has also served as a mental health consultant to small businesses focusing on self-care, wellness and mental health awareness. Muriel is certified in various evidence based practices such as IPT (Interpersonal Therapy), Seeking Safety and MAP (Managing and Adapting practices). Additionally, Muriel has been trained in motivational interviewing, TFCBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and harm reduction. Muriel utilize an eclectic approach when providing therapy and firmly believes in tailoring treatment to each individual's unique needs. Muriel's passion is helping individual's learn to live the best version of their life while focusing on developing healthy physical, mental, and relational skills. Muriel creates a safe and accepting space in therapy for individuals to reach their therapy goals and client's appreciate her authenticity. Muriel received her Mental Health Certificate from Cerritos College, BA in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton and MS in Counseling from California State University, Los Angeles.
Chris is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 35 years of experience helping people with anxiety, depression, adjustment changes, grief and loss and chemical dependency issues.
Additionally, as an on-site counselor at an aerospace company for over 23 years, he workedextensively with clients on work related concerns including coworker and manager relationships, career path development and effectively managing work stress and burnout.
The awareness of thoughts, emotions and behaviors is critical to actively addressing the challenges life presents. Change can be difficult. Sometimes it means asking for help outside of yourself and that can take courage. Chris’ approach is compassionate, straightforward andnonjudgmental. He focuses on your strengths to support you in making the changes you want. Cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapies as well as mindfulness based techniques are some of the methods he uses to help clients achieve their goals.
Briana Chopin is a therapist who has provided mental health services for adolescents and adults since 2016. She has obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from the California
State University of Long Beach (CSULB). Briana earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) and she is an Associate Clinical Social Worker as well
as has her Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC).
Briana is a culturally-oriented bilingual therapist who has provided mental health services in various settings. These include adolescent residential treatment facilities, partial
hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, and school-based services for adolescents/young adults diagnosed with an array of co-occurring diagnoses (e.g., ASD, anxiety disorders,
depressive disorders, ADHD and substance use disorders). Briana has also provided an extensive variety of services such as individual, family and group counseling, social-emotional skills,
career development, and mental and physical well-being. Additionally, she has experience working with students and their families from various backgrounds (e.g., foster youth,
non-traditionally housed families, justice involved youth, pregnant and parenting youth, newcomers and LGBTQ+). Briana provides culturally attuned therapy and practices through a
strength-based lens. Briana has training in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and PEERS. As a First-Generation woman of color, Briana is passionate about
empowering first-generation young adults and adults who are ready to heal from generational wounds, find healthy ways to manage anxiety, and/or improve their overall mental and emotional
well-being. Briana emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and accepting space in therapy for individuals to find their voice and embrace their authentic self. When Briana is not
busy in the office, she enjoys quality time with her family, friends and loved ones. She also enjoys weight-lifting, traveling, running half-marathons (her goal is to run all half-marathons
in National Parks), and watching UFC fights.
Nadia Chavez, AMFT
Nadia Chavez is a therapist who has provided mental health services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families since 2019. She has obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Sonoma State University and earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the California State University of Long Beach (CSULB).
Nadia has provided services in different settings these include adolescent residential treatment facilities, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for adolescents and adults diagnosed with an array of co-occurring diagnoses (e.g., ASD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD and substance use disorders). Nadia has also provided an extensive variety of services such as individual, family and group counseling, social-emotional skills, career development, and mental and physical well-being. Additionally, she has experience working with individuals and their families from various backgrounds (e.g., foster youth, non-traditionally housed families, justice involved youth, pregnant and parenting youth, newcomers and LGBTQ+).
Nadia provides therapy and practices through a strength-based lens. Nadia has training in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Nadia is focused on supporting, empowering, and encouraging children,
young adults, and adults who are ready to heal from generational wounds, childhood trauma, difficulty in understanding their own thoughts and feelings, and supporting them in finding healthy ways to
improve their overall mental and emotional well-being. Nadia works to encourage a safe and supportive space so others can find their authentic self, voice, and embrace their healing journey with
support. When Nadia is not in the office she is enjoying time with her dog, family, and friends. Nadia loves going for runs and walk, trying to do a tough mudder and going for hikes.
Kevin Stansbury, ACSW
Kevin has been passionately involved in personal growth and psychological and spiritual exploration fornearly two decades, ten years of which he has been providing mental health, coaching,
spiritual, and/orpsychotherapeautic services. His practice is infused with his natural love for people, curiosity, care, andtransparency. He utilizes an eclectic approach that is tailored
to the experience of each client. He isexperienced with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. More than any one theory orapproach, he believes that the connection between human beings and the acknowledgement of
eachperson’s innate wisdom is the best starting point to unlock the deepest levels of satisfaction in life. He has experience working with the whole spectrum of human experience, including
depression, anxiety,mania, attachment and relationship struggles, addiction and dependence, existential and spiritual crisis
and more. He devotes himself personally and professionally to understanding and embodying the finernuances of psychological and spiritual experience which allows him to approach his clients in a
direct,yet empathetic manner. He is currently an Associate Clinical Social Worker working toward licensure.yet empathetic manner. He is currently an Associate Clinical Social Worker working
toward licensure.
Tanisha Hall, ACSW
Since the pandemic of 2020, Tanisha Hall has been working in the mental health field, serving the community. She has a Master of Social Work from the University of Kentucky and will complete her Doctorate in Social Work with a concentration in Education in May 2023. Tanisha is dedicated to providing efficient services. Although an Associate Therapist working toward licensure, Tanisha has experience treating individuals with bipolar illness, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, adjustment disorder, psychotic disorder, and major depression.
Tanisha has considerable expertise with individual psychotherapy, group facilitation, coaching, mentorship, intense case management, mindfulness meditation, trauma-informed treatment, and
health and wellbeing.
Tanisha is skilled in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Integrative Therapy, Seeking Safety, and Life Coaching. Tanisha's core premise
is to assist children, teenagers, and adults in overcoming their fears of the unknown and discovering their true identity. Tanisha believes in developing intercultural competencies, which
include the power to help people from various backgrounds, as a good Therapist must appreciate, respect, and communicate with individuals from all walks of life.
Ana Viana, AMFT
Ana is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who has over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a mental health setting. She is passionate about helping others embark on their therapeutic journey and collaboratively work towards their goals. Ana uses an integrative approach to therapy to ensure that treatment is tailored appropriately to each client based on their needs and wants. Her goal for treatment is to ensure that clients feel empowered, increased self-awareness and equipped (healthy coping skills) to confidently navigate life situations. Ana is certified in an evidence-based practice such as MAP (Managing and Adapting Practices). Ana specializes in working with the BIPOC community, adjustment disorders, stress, women issues, self-esteem, life transitions, depression, first time therapy, family conflict, relationship issues to name a few. Ana received her B.S in Family Consumer Sciences with an emphasis in Family Studies from California State University, Northridge, and M.S in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Devon Sullivan, ACSW 102462
Devon Sullivan is an Associate Clinical Social Worker and has her Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC). She obtained her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Social Behavior from University of California, Irvine and Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Long Beach.
Devon has been working in the human services field for over 10 years and has provided mental health services in schools, client homes, outpatient mental health programs, and at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Devon has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in individual and group sessions. She has supported individuals with co-occurring diagnoses, severe and persistent mental illness, substance abuse diagnoses, learning disabilities and delays, and complex trauma. She has worked with those involved in the legal system, working toward reintegration/re-entry, LGBTQ+, those experiencing domestic violence, homelessness, and grief and loss. Devon has a background in ABA therapy and provides strengths-based, person-centered services while utilizing interventions from Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and has training in Seeking Safety. She has a passion for empowering others and helping each person build skills to accomplish their personal goals.
9/23/15 - CIGNA: We are happy to announce that we can now take Cigna clients.