Chris Hoff, Ph.D., LMFT
Executive Director/Clinical Director
Dr. Chris Hoff is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MFC #53081, and AAMFT approved supervisor. Chris' work is grounded in narrative therapy, an evolving collection of ideas and practices that inform a respectful, collaborative and non pathologising approach to working with people, families and communities. This approach is primarily collaborative and relationally based in response to a wide range of concerns including addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spiritual issues, and relational health. Chris is multicultural and LGBTQ affirming.
Chris is Founder and Executive Director of the California Family Institute (CFI). CFI is a nonprofit organization that was established as a community counseling center that provides desperately needed low-cost counseling services for the community, and for the development of research and training for those interested in social constructionist, post-structuralist, post-oppositional, and narrative therapy approaches. Chris is also host of the internationally popular Radical Therapist Podcast and has co-authored several articles and is the co-editor of the forthcoming Encyclopedia of Radical Helping which will be released by Thick Press in 2024.
Executive Director/Clinical Director
Dr. Chris Hoff is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MFC #53081, and AAMFT approved supervisor. Chris' work is grounded in narrative therapy, an evolving collection of ideas and practices that inform a respectful, collaborative and non pathologising approach to working with people, families and communities. This approach is primarily collaborative and relationally based in response to a wide range of concerns including addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions, spiritual issues, and relational health. Chris is multicultural and LGBTQ affirming.
Chris is Founder and Executive Director of the California Family Institute (CFI). CFI is a nonprofit organization that was established as a community counseling center that provides desperately needed low-cost counseling services for the community, and for the development of research and training for those interested in social constructionist, post-structuralist, post-oppositional, and narrative therapy approaches. Chris is also host of the internationally popular Radical Therapist Podcast and has co-authored several articles and is the co-editor of the forthcoming Encyclopedia of Radical Helping which will be released by Thick Press in 2024.
Elizabeth Armstrong, MA, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor
Elizabeth Armstrong is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in full time private practice in Costa Mesa, California. Elizabeth earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2016. She is AAMFT certified in Substance Misuse and LGBTQIA affirmative therapy; she is also a certified Pet Grief Counselor. As a post-modern therapist practicing within an existential framework, Elizabeth works from a positive, collaborative, strengths-based approach.
Elizabeth is passionate about animals, travel, music, art, and the outdoors; she is also a certified Reiki healer.
Clinical Supervisor
Elizabeth Armstrong is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in full time private practice in Costa Mesa, California. Elizabeth earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2016. She is AAMFT certified in Substance Misuse and LGBTQIA affirmative therapy; she is also a certified Pet Grief Counselor. As a post-modern therapist practicing within an existential framework, Elizabeth works from a positive, collaborative, strengths-based approach.
Elizabeth is passionate about animals, travel, music, art, and the outdoors; she is also a certified Reiki healer.
Erica Ortiz-Dempler, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Erica is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and graduate student working towards a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with a Latinx emphasis at Pepperdine University. Erica earned her BA in Film Production at the California Institute of the Arts. She spent the following seven years writing and directing films while working alongside prominent names in the film and entertainment industry. Her projects brought her creative fulfillment, but she yearned to do deeper work with individuals beyond the screen on a daily basis. This calling, along with the need for more Latina therapists, inspired her to pursue a career as a clinical therapist.
Erica knows the transformative and healing power of storytelling. She approaches therapy with genuine curiosity, cultural sensitivity, and a desire to be deeply attuned to clients’ stories and experiences. She is naturally drawn to narrative therapy and ultimately wants her clients to feel seen, understood, and empowered to live the lives they’ve always dreamed of.
In her free time, Erica enjoys traveling with her husband, watching good films, baking, creating resin and punch needle crafts, and cuddling with her cockapoo Chubbs
Therapist
Erica is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and graduate student working towards a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with a Latinx emphasis at Pepperdine University. Erica earned her BA in Film Production at the California Institute of the Arts. She spent the following seven years writing and directing films while working alongside prominent names in the film and entertainment industry. Her projects brought her creative fulfillment, but she yearned to do deeper work with individuals beyond the screen on a daily basis. This calling, along with the need for more Latina therapists, inspired her to pursue a career as a clinical therapist.
Erica knows the transformative and healing power of storytelling. She approaches therapy with genuine curiosity, cultural sensitivity, and a desire to be deeply attuned to clients’ stories and experiences. She is naturally drawn to narrative therapy and ultimately wants her clients to feel seen, understood, and empowered to live the lives they’ve always dreamed of.
In her free time, Erica enjoys traveling with her husband, watching good films, baking, creating resin and punch needle crafts, and cuddling with her cockapoo Chubbs
Nikki Teymouri, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Nikki is a marriage and family therapist trainee currently pursuing her master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy at Pepperdine University. She has a deep commitment to fostering a safe space for people to be the most authentic version of themselves. She believes that individuals are different in the most beautiful way and have the power within themselves to conquer many of the challenges they face. Through her academic and personal journey, she understands that therapy is a collaborative process that involves understanding, empathetic listening, and a sustainable working relationship. She is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples build a strong foundation to live their truest, most genuine version of their preferred lives.
Nikki received her bachelors of arts degree in both psychology and business management economics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She spent the last 3 years in the mortgage industry. While still helping others, she thrived to help people on a deeper, more emotional level. In her free time, she enjoys singing, yoga, cycling, traveling, and exploring nature’s beauties.
Therapist
Nikki is a marriage and family therapist trainee currently pursuing her master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis on marriage and family therapy at Pepperdine University. She has a deep commitment to fostering a safe space for people to be the most authentic version of themselves. She believes that individuals are different in the most beautiful way and have the power within themselves to conquer many of the challenges they face. Through her academic and personal journey, she understands that therapy is a collaborative process that involves understanding, empathetic listening, and a sustainable working relationship. She is passionate about helping individuals, families and couples build a strong foundation to live their truest, most genuine version of their preferred lives.
Nikki received her bachelors of arts degree in both psychology and business management economics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She spent the last 3 years in the mortgage industry. While still helping others, she thrived to help people on a deeper, more emotional level. In her free time, she enjoys singing, yoga, cycling, traveling, and exploring nature’s beauties.
Keith Holmes, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Keith Holmes is a Marriage and Family Therapist trainee and graduate student at Pepperdine University. Prior to beginning his graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Keith graduated from Pepperdine's Master's in Psychology program in 2021 and completed his undergraduate degree in Communication Studies at Azusa Pacific University in 2008. He spent the last ten years working in senior leadership and executive roles within various technology companies.
After spending years in the corporate world and in his own personal therapy, Keith decided to pursue his dream of becoming a therapist after seeing first hand the impact it had on his own life and those around him. He is committed to creating a safe, curious, and collaborative therapeutic space for clients and is honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them as they discover and learn more about themselves.
In his free time, Keith enjoys surfing, good music, spending time with friends & family, and just about anything outdoors.
Therapist
Keith Holmes is a Marriage and Family Therapist trainee and graduate student at Pepperdine University. Prior to beginning his graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Keith graduated from Pepperdine's Master's in Psychology program in 2021 and completed his undergraduate degree in Communication Studies at Azusa Pacific University in 2008. He spent the last ten years working in senior leadership and executive roles within various technology companies.
After spending years in the corporate world and in his own personal therapy, Keith decided to pursue his dream of becoming a therapist after seeing first hand the impact it had on his own life and those around him. He is committed to creating a safe, curious, and collaborative therapeutic space for clients and is honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them as they discover and learn more about themselves.
In his free time, Keith enjoys surfing, good music, spending time with friends & family, and just about anything outdoors.
Dan Paulsell, MA, MFT Associate
Therapist
Dan Paulsell is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. He is also a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC-II/ICADC). Dan is a dedicated mental health professional with a rich background in both substance misuse treatment and acute psychiatric care. With six years of experience in substance misuse treatment and three years working in an acute psychiatric setting, Dan has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and addiction.
Dan’s approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that each individual has an authentic self—a state of being where calm, curiosity, creativity, clarity, compassion, confidence, courage, and connectedness naturally reside. He views his role as a guide to help clients navigate the distractions and barriers that obscure this true self. By deconstructing these distractions and reconstructing their lives to better align with their wellbeing, Dan empowers his clients to return to their most authentic selves.
Dan is committed to fostering a therapeutic environment that encourages self-discovery and personal growth. His holistic perspective and compassionate approach support individuals in their journey towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Therapist
Dan Paulsell is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. He is also a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC-II/ICADC). Dan is a dedicated mental health professional with a rich background in both substance misuse treatment and acute psychiatric care. With six years of experience in substance misuse treatment and three years working in an acute psychiatric setting, Dan has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and addiction.
Dan’s approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that each individual has an authentic self—a state of being where calm, curiosity, creativity, clarity, compassion, confidence, courage, and connectedness naturally reside. He views his role as a guide to help clients navigate the distractions and barriers that obscure this true self. By deconstructing these distractions and reconstructing their lives to better align with their wellbeing, Dan empowers his clients to return to their most authentic selves.
Dan is committed to fostering a therapeutic environment that encourages self-discovery and personal growth. His holistic perspective and compassionate approach support individuals in their journey towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Parker Rose, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Parker is a graduate student in Marriage and Family Therapy at Chapman University. Parker believes that every person has innate strengths and a desire to flourish, but that pain and trauma often get in the way. Too often we become disconnected from ourselves, our bodies, and our values. In her practice, Parker walks alongside clients in the development of autonomy, meaning, and connection to self.
Prior to pursuing a career as a therapist, Parker was an aspiring academic, earning a Master's in Philosophy from UCLA in 2023. Parker is still very interested in the connection between philosophy and therapy and what they can offer one another. Parker will be joining the Conceptual Foundations of Conflict Project at USC as an Affiliated Graduate Fellow in 2024-25, where she will explore how insights from therapy can help us understand interpersonal conflict at all levels.
In her spare time, Parker enjoys reading, writing poetry, and pretending to follow recipes.
Therapist
Parker is a graduate student in Marriage and Family Therapy at Chapman University. Parker believes that every person has innate strengths and a desire to flourish, but that pain and trauma often get in the way. Too often we become disconnected from ourselves, our bodies, and our values. In her practice, Parker walks alongside clients in the development of autonomy, meaning, and connection to self.
Prior to pursuing a career as a therapist, Parker was an aspiring academic, earning a Master's in Philosophy from UCLA in 2023. Parker is still very interested in the connection between philosophy and therapy and what they can offer one another. Parker will be joining the Conceptual Foundations of Conflict Project at USC as an Affiliated Graduate Fellow in 2024-25, where she will explore how insights from therapy can help us understand interpersonal conflict at all levels.
In her spare time, Parker enjoys reading, writing poetry, and pretending to follow recipes.
Kristen Backer, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Kristen Backer is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and graduate student working towards a Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. Kristen earned her B.A. in Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles. She spent the following six years working in sales at technology start-ups, gravitating toward the power of storytelling and a desire to connect with people from all walks of life. After a few years in the field, she left the business to pursue a more meaningful path to helping her community by becoming a clinical therapist.
Having a longstanding passion for mental health, wellness practices, and authentic connection, Kristen is committed to helping clients find their voice and authentic selves through curiosity and empowerment. She strives to create a space for clients to safely express their experiences, collaboratively work through challenges, and take control of the story of their lives. She is passionate about incorporating mindfulness, movement, community, and anything else her clients pursue to enhance work in the therapy room.
In her free time, Kristen enjoys spending time with her family, reading a good novel, traveling, and being active anywhere outdoors.
Therapist
Kristen Backer is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and graduate student working towards a Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. Kristen earned her B.A. in Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles. She spent the following six years working in sales at technology start-ups, gravitating toward the power of storytelling and a desire to connect with people from all walks of life. After a few years in the field, she left the business to pursue a more meaningful path to helping her community by becoming a clinical therapist.
Having a longstanding passion for mental health, wellness practices, and authentic connection, Kristen is committed to helping clients find their voice and authentic selves through curiosity and empowerment. She strives to create a space for clients to safely express their experiences, collaboratively work through challenges, and take control of the story of their lives. She is passionate about incorporating mindfulness, movement, community, and anything else her clients pursue to enhance work in the therapy room.
In her free time, Kristen enjoys spending time with her family, reading a good novel, traveling, and being active anywhere outdoors.
Marion Rose, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Marion is a Marriage and Family Therapist trainee and graduate student at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Before beginning her graduate degree, Marion obtained her Bachelor in Fine Arts from Jacksonville University. Embarking on her professional journey as a Mental Health Worker in an inpatient facility, Marion wholeheartedly embraced the challenges and rewards of aiding individuals in their healing journeys. It was Marion’s personal experience in therapy that inspired her to guide others on their paths of self-discovery, fueled by her belief in the transformative power of empathy and understanding.
Outside of her academic and professional pursuits, Marion enjoys film, media, and animation in her free time.
Therapist
Marion is a Marriage and Family Therapist trainee and graduate student at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Before beginning her graduate degree, Marion obtained her Bachelor in Fine Arts from Jacksonville University. Embarking on her professional journey as a Mental Health Worker in an inpatient facility, Marion wholeheartedly embraced the challenges and rewards of aiding individuals in their healing journeys. It was Marion’s personal experience in therapy that inspired her to guide others on their paths of self-discovery, fueled by her belief in the transformative power of empathy and understanding.
Outside of her academic and professional pursuits, Marion enjoys film, media, and animation in her free time.
Gina Velez, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Gina is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student at Hope International University in Fullerton, CA. She earned her BFA in Musical Theatre at CSU, Fullerton.
While working with various theatre companies across the country, Gina began gravitating towards holistic and integrative wellness practices that helped her manage her own well-being. She believes in the power of storytelling to create transformational change in people’s lives and that everyone deserves to be the main character of their own story. Gina is passionate about mindfulness, movement, and the whole mind-body-spirit connection to healing. She hopes to help her clients cultivate greater internal freedom and compassion for their whole self.
Gina is a yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and Reiki practitioner. She choreographs, teaches acting, directs, has run a non-profit theatre company for youth, and still loves performing.
Therapist
Gina is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student at Hope International University in Fullerton, CA. She earned her BFA in Musical Theatre at CSU, Fullerton.
While working with various theatre companies across the country, Gina began gravitating towards holistic and integrative wellness practices that helped her manage her own well-being. She believes in the power of storytelling to create transformational change in people’s lives and that everyone deserves to be the main character of their own story. Gina is passionate about mindfulness, movement, and the whole mind-body-spirit connection to healing. She hopes to help her clients cultivate greater internal freedom and compassion for their whole self.
Gina is a yoga instructor, meditation teacher, and Reiki practitioner. She choreographs, teaches acting, directs, has run a non-profit theatre company for youth, and still loves performing.
Kelsey Wilson, LPCC Trainee
Therapist
Kelsey is a Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee and Graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of the Cumberlands. She earned a BA in Psychology from California State University Long Beach and has a Master’s in Environment and Resource Management from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She has a deep passion for helping others and serving those in need.
Kelsey creates a safe, empathetic space for clients to be heard and reflect on their experiences, and be empowered to be the expert of their own lives. Through her experiences personally and professionally living in several different countries, Kelsey has unique insight into what it’s like to face challenges and find peace in our lives when things might feel out of balance. In her free time, Kelsey loves to surf, play beach volleyball, go camping, and enjoy time with friends and family.
Therapist
Kelsey is a Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee and Graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of the Cumberlands. She earned a BA in Psychology from California State University Long Beach and has a Master’s in Environment and Resource Management from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She has a deep passion for helping others and serving those in need.
Kelsey creates a safe, empathetic space for clients to be heard and reflect on their experiences, and be empowered to be the expert of their own lives. Through her experiences personally and professionally living in several different countries, Kelsey has unique insight into what it’s like to face challenges and find peace in our lives when things might feel out of balance. In her free time, Kelsey loves to surf, play beach volleyball, go camping, and enjoy time with friends and family.
Danny Livingston, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Danny is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. He earned a BS in Political Science from the University of Utah and spent several years in marketing.
Through his own transformative experiences in therapy, Danny learned its profound ability to help people rewrite stories that no longer serve them. This revelation led him to study psychology, where he’s been drawn towards collaborative, non-pathologizing therapeutic approaches that recognize the importance of community. He is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, walking alongside clients as they explore the intricacies of their lives and embark on unique healing journeys.
Danny enjoys discovering new music, exploring exciting destinations, learning from podcasts, and spending time with friends and family.
Therapist
Danny is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. He earned a BS in Political Science from the University of Utah and spent several years in marketing.
Through his own transformative experiences in therapy, Danny learned its profound ability to help people rewrite stories that no longer serve them. This revelation led him to study psychology, where he’s been drawn towards collaborative, non-pathologizing therapeutic approaches that recognize the importance of community. He is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, walking alongside clients as they explore the intricacies of their lives and embark on unique healing journeys.
Danny enjoys discovering new music, exploring exciting destinations, learning from podcasts, and spending time with friends and family.
Hailey Wright, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Hailey is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at California State University, Fullerton. Her enthusiasm for this work is deeply rooted in her desire to support individuals, couples, and families as they navigate the complexities of their lives and relationships. She is a firm believer that strong, healthy relationships are the foundation of happiness, and she is dedicated to assisting individuals and families in developing and maintaining these crucial connections while handling the challenging things that life throws at us.
Her genuine empathy and compassionate nature drive her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she works with. In her free time, Hailey enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Therapist
Hailey is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student at California State University, Fullerton. Her enthusiasm for this work is deeply rooted in her desire to support individuals, couples, and families as they navigate the complexities of their lives and relationships. She is a firm believer that strong, healthy relationships are the foundation of happiness, and she is dedicated to assisting individuals and families in developing and maintaining these crucial connections while handling the challenging things that life throws at us.
Her genuine empathy and compassionate nature drive her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she works with. In her free time, Hailey enjoys spending time with her friends and family.
Jonathan Miranda, MA, MFT Associate
Therapist|Director of Operations
Jonathan Miranda is a Marriage and Family Therapy trainee and Graduate student at Alliant International University. He earned his B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Molecular Cell Biology and Physiology at California State University Long Beach.
Jonathan has always been passionate about helping people. After working in an ambulance for several years, Jonathan realized he wanted to work with people on a deeper level and for longer periods of time. Working so closely with the community helped him realize just how important culture, society, socioeconomic status, social class, and discourse play in creating problems in people’s lives.
Grounded in Narrative theory, Jonathan takes a collaborative, curious, and strengths-based approach to therapy. He strives to increase client agency and create a safe space for clients. Jonathan helps individuals, couples, and families challenge and overcome the problems they face to build a meaningful life.
In his free time, Jonathan enjoys climbing and going outdoors.
Therapist|Director of Operations
Jonathan Miranda is a Marriage and Family Therapy trainee and Graduate student at Alliant International University. He earned his B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Molecular Cell Biology and Physiology at California State University Long Beach.
Jonathan has always been passionate about helping people. After working in an ambulance for several years, Jonathan realized he wanted to work with people on a deeper level and for longer periods of time. Working so closely with the community helped him realize just how important culture, society, socioeconomic status, social class, and discourse play in creating problems in people’s lives.
Grounded in Narrative theory, Jonathan takes a collaborative, curious, and strengths-based approach to therapy. He strives to increase client agency and create a safe space for clients. Jonathan helps individuals, couples, and families challenge and overcome the problems they face to build a meaningful life.
In his free time, Jonathan enjoys climbing and going outdoors.
Casey Tucker, MA, MFT Associate
Therapist
Casey Tucker is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Casey has always been interested in people’s stories, which drew her to psychology after earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Boston University.
She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, children, and families live lives that are most meaningful to them, using a collaborative and creative approach. Casey has a particular interest in working with clients on relational issues, self-compassion, and exploring perfectionism and comparison through a Narrative lens. She strives to create a safe and welcoming environment where clients feel understood.
In her free time, she enjoys drawing, zoology, board games, and spending time outdoors.
Therapist
Casey Tucker is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Casey has always been interested in people’s stories, which drew her to psychology after earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Boston University.
She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, children, and families live lives that are most meaningful to them, using a collaborative and creative approach. Casey has a particular interest in working with clients on relational issues, self-compassion, and exploring perfectionism and comparison through a Narrative lens. She strives to create a safe and welcoming environment where clients feel understood.
In her free time, she enjoys drawing, zoology, board games, and spending time outdoors.
Jennifer Scheumann, MFT Trainee
Therapist
Jen Scheumann is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a Graduate student at Vanguard University. She believes each person has an inner voice, and wisdom, guiding one’s life towards greater health, healing and wholeness. Yet in today’s busy world, sometimes the noise from the outside distracts us from being able to listen.
With a warm approach and genuine interest, Jen creates a quiet space for clients to explore and gain insight on the areas they want to address to build the life they desire. An optimist at heart, she believes every client has the ability to make meaningful changes resulting in healthier relationships and a more fulfilled life.
Jen earned her BA in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara and spent the following decades working in event planning and marketing. After listening to her inner voice, she decided to go back to school to pursue a lifetime dream of working as a therapist.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to new places, and snuggling her dog Winston.
Therapist
Jen Scheumann is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a Graduate student at Vanguard University. She believes each person has an inner voice, and wisdom, guiding one’s life towards greater health, healing and wholeness. Yet in today’s busy world, sometimes the noise from the outside distracts us from being able to listen.
With a warm approach and genuine interest, Jen creates a quiet space for clients to explore and gain insight on the areas they want to address to build the life they desire. An optimist at heart, she believes every client has the ability to make meaningful changes resulting in healthier relationships and a more fulfilled life.
Jen earned her BA in Psychology from UC Santa Barbara and spent the following decades working in event planning and marketing. After listening to her inner voice, she decided to go back to school to pursue a lifetime dream of working as a therapist.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to new places, and snuggling her dog Winston.
Nicole Reiter, MA, MFT Associate
Therapist
Nicole Cadreau is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. Nicole has facilitated sessions as an interpersonal skills trainer during her graduate program. She received a BS/BA in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the University of San Diego. Nicole has ten years of utility experience as an electrical engineer and engineering manager.
Nicole is a mentor that works to empower the youth of today to develop leadership skills. She is passionate about creating an empathetic and collaborative environment to support individuals, couples, and families explore their unique experiences and restore personal agency. Nicole is compassionate, curious, and utilizes a strengths-based Narrative approach to therapy.
Nicole is a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and has worked with various Native American tribes to solve challenges, both on and off the reservations.
Therapist
Nicole Cadreau is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. Nicole has facilitated sessions as an interpersonal skills trainer during her graduate program. She received a BS/BA in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the University of San Diego. Nicole has ten years of utility experience as an electrical engineer and engineering manager.
Nicole is a mentor that works to empower the youth of today to develop leadership skills. She is passionate about creating an empathetic and collaborative environment to support individuals, couples, and families explore their unique experiences and restore personal agency. Nicole is compassionate, curious, and utilizes a strengths-based Narrative approach to therapy.
Nicole is a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and has worked with various Native American tribes to solve challenges, both on and off the reservations.
Gabriela Lynch, MA, MFT Associate
Therapist
Gabriela Lynch is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and Graduate student at Alliant International University. She earned her B.A. in psychology at the University of Phoenix. Gabriela loves working with individuals, families, and couples. Through a narrative approach, Gabriela tries to help bring families and couples closer together through therapeutic work to help them have more fulfilling relationships. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and feels passionate about helping clients increase self-awareness, gain new perspectives, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life experience.
Gabriela approaches therapy with respectful curiosity as to what clients want to change, what are their strengths, as well as what is going well in their lives. She believes that each person has their own story that has shaped who they are and what they are currently experiencing. Through her work, she strives to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, and gain insight into how that has impacted them. She also believes an important part of therapy is addressing the social, economic, and cultural influences on a person and that the process of therapy should be a collaborative one, with the client seen as the “expert” on their life. Gabriela enjoys her work and deeply respects the therapeutic relationship.
Therapist
Gabriela Lynch is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and Graduate student at Alliant International University. She earned her B.A. in psychology at the University of Phoenix. Gabriela loves working with individuals, families, and couples. Through a narrative approach, Gabriela tries to help bring families and couples closer together through therapeutic work to help them have more fulfilling relationships. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and feels passionate about helping clients increase self-awareness, gain new perspectives, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life experience.
Gabriela approaches therapy with respectful curiosity as to what clients want to change, what are their strengths, as well as what is going well in their lives. She believes that each person has their own story that has shaped who they are and what they are currently experiencing. Through her work, she strives to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, and gain insight into how that has impacted them. She also believes an important part of therapy is addressing the social, economic, and cultural influences on a person and that the process of therapy should be a collaborative one, with the client seen as the “expert” on their life. Gabriela enjoys her work and deeply respects the therapeutic relationship.