We are a highly skilled team with years of psychotherapy experience. Our goal is to always surpass your expectations!

What sets us apart?

• Easily accessible Offices
• Flexible Convenient Appointments
• Over 25 years of Clinical Experience

Please do not attempt to contact therapist on your own.  All calls will be redirected to the main office.

Meet our Therapist

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. 

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, LCSW

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. 

Chris Bauss, MFT

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, ACSW
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, MFT

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.
 

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. 

Andrew Vuong, AMFT #128121
Andrew is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who has been serving the community by addressing mental health needs and empowering clients to face their challenges. Andrew hasover 5 years of experience in the therapy field working with children as young as 4, helping teenagers manage major transitional changes in their lives, and assisting adults navigate through middle adulthood stages in life. Andrew is passionate about meeting with clients where they are in their journey and being able to establish an understanding therapeutic relationship to best assist others. As a therapist,

Andrew identifies as an eclectic therapist who is drawn toward humanistic and person-centered approaches while integrating appropriate CBT skills. Andrew's goal in treatment is to create a safe, collaborative space in which clients of any background can share their stories. In addition to general symptom management and skills building, Andrew hopes to assist clients in building confidence, feelings of empowerment, and
increasing self-awareness to better equip clients for the future following therapy services. As a therapist, Andrew specializes and hopes to serve clients in various facets of influencing intersectionality and symptoms. Andrew has served different communities and clients such as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other layers.

Professionally, Andrew is certified in evidence-based practices such as MAP (Managing andAdapting Practices) as well as being trained in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive BehavioralTherapy).

Andrew received his B.A. in Psychology at California State University, Long Beach in
2016 and his M.S. in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills in 2021.
 

Carolina Caballero, AMFT 137737 

Carolina Caballero is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. Carolina obtained her Bachelor’s and Master’s in psychology from Antioch University. She has been working in the mental health field for over a year. She has previously worked in the Behavioral therapy field, working with children with autism and has over 3 years of experience in applied behavioral analysis (ABA). Carolina has experience working with children in a school setting as well as in home visits with clients and their families. Carolina has experience and enjoys the use of the sand tray to help children build a strong and better connection with themselves as well as communicating with others.

Carolina has worked in an outpatient hospital working with young and older adults and their families. Carolina has experience working with clients that have dual diagnosis as well as those recovering substance abuse. Carolina has experience working with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and has experience with play therapy. She also has experience using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused therapy.  She has experience working with group therapy in an outpatient clinic setting. Carolina has had the privilege to help clients focus on treatment goals and assessments.  

Carolina has found her love for helping others through life experiences. Her experience being an LGBTQ Veteran has also inspired her to want to help others. Her goal in working with others is to provide clients with a safe and comfortable space to share how they are feeling. She hopes to help them engage in positive self-confidence. 

“There is nothing like a dream to create the future.” Victor Hugo 

Ericca Fonseca,  AMFT

As a client in therapy, it is important that you are welcomed with a non-judgmental, safe and supportive space. Together, we can collaborate on how to address the issues you are experiencing through activities, psychoeducation, art, grounding activities, music and more. Therapy is meant to be a growing and empowering experience as you continue to learn about yourself. While it is important to identify your challenges, it is equally essential to identify your strengths and progress.

My specialty is helping people heal from trauma while battling thoughts and feelings of depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma affects everyone differently and there is no specific way to heal from it. I use a trauma informed approach when approaching issues of domestic violence, grief, family conflict, life transitions, sexual assault, abuse, and more.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults using Play Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. These approaches allow us to build rapport, explore your upbringing, reinforce a mind-body connection, and solve problems in everyday life.

 Cindy Maldonado, ACSW

Cindy is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW 115226) who graduated from California Baptist University with her Master’s in Social Work. Her goal is to support clients with any life stressors, transitions, traumas, relationship challenges as well as other situations clients are seeking to navigate to have a more balanced and meaningful life. In the past, Cindy has worked with a diverse group of individuals that includes children, adolescents, adults, and older adults from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Cindy's specialty is supporting individuals and families experiencing depression, anxiety, generational trauma, stress management, family conflict, and parenting issues. She provides culturally responsive and trauma-informed psychotherapy using a variety of modalities that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).  Cindy works to create a space for your healing and rediscovery so you can reach your best self.  

Esther Christensen, AMFT

My belief is that everyone is capable of making changes to improve their lives, but I also know how scary it can be to make those changes on your own. My goal is to help you feel safe and supported as you navigate the transitions of your life. I use a collaborative approach to therapy because I believe you have what you need already inside of you. Therapy is a process and whether you feel ready to tackle your challenges or are unsure of where to start, I will always meet you where you are. I have experience working with teens, young adults, couples, and families. I’m a strong advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and I am committed to social justice. The intersection of our identities determines so much about who we are and how we show up in the world. I think it is only possible to do meaningful work in therapy if there is space for every part of your identity. If you decide that I am a good fit for you, I would be honored to hold that space for you.

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Sandy utilizes a trauma and grief informed holistic approach in therapy to support the spirit, mind and body of individuals in need.  With empathy and a profound respect for the inherent dignity and worth of every human being, she invites clients to find healing in processing their life stories by engaging in collaborative and evidence-based interventions including Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a form of psychotherapy designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories and PTSD.  Sandy also provides interdisciplinary expressive arts, sandtray, music and narrative interventions to facilitate therapeutic pathways towards integrative wellness in mind, body and spirit.
Sandy earned her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Simmons College School of Social Work in Boston, MA.  She is registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker  (ACSW) with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in California and is a Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Social Work.