Janel King, Co-founder

Licensed marriage and family therapist

Are overwhelming emotions hard to explain? I specialize in helping motivated individuals, families, children, and adolescents achieve their best selves. If your family is struggling to function happily, family therapy might be the solution. Whether you're adjusting to a new baby, blending families, or navigating teenage transitions, I’m here to help.

I work from a loving space, building on your strengths to help your family thrive. If your child is facing challenges you can't resolve, I offer parent training to address struggles like setting limits, adjusting to a new baby, or strengthening bonds with your children.

I am also a certified Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (DOT-SAP)

Shanelle D. Johnson, Co-founder

Licensed marriage and family therapist

I’m here to support individuals and couples who have weathered life’s storms but carry the scars of bumps, bruises, and scrapes. I work with couples struggling with communication, differing parenting styles, broken trust from infidelity, or the impacts of medical and mental illness. My focus is on helping you renew, rejuvenate, restore, or rebuild your relationships.

As a relationship guide and mentor, I assist in creating a blueprint to resurrect and establish healthy, meaningful connections. I offer a warm, honest, and non-judgmental environment where you can safely explore and overcome relationship challenges.

Our Associate Therapists

Diego Flores

MFT

I am a gay, Chicano man from central California.I work with couples andLGBTQ+ clients using Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.I believe that clients are the experts of their lives and I help them work towards their preferred future.

Jacqueline Johnson

MFT

I am woman of color who born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who loves the sun and energy of Southern California.I work with individuals, couples and LGBTQI+ clients utilizing Solution Focused and Emotionally Focused Therapy.My goal as a therapist is to guide my clients towards finding solutions and calm in their lives and relationships.

Kipenzi Herron

MFT

Kipenzi Herron, a proud Black woman originally from New Jersey, currently resides in San Diego, California. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Couples and Family Therapy .Kipenzi is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).Kipenzi's view of therapy is rooted in the belief that meaningful change occurs when individuals feel seen, heard, and understood within a safe and empathetic environment. Her theory of change emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, attachment, and safety. Kipenzi believes that by helping clients identify and understand their emotional experiences and unmet attachment needs, they can disrupt negative interaction cycles and foster deeper connections.

Larry Crawford

MFT

I am an Army Veteran, born and raised in San Diego.My dedication lies in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome mental health difficulties through a compassionate and empathetic approach.I focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can build resilience and achieve mental well-being.

Kiyana Bailey

MFT

Latia Hoskins

PCC

APCC, MS in Multicultural Counseling, Black woman, mother, Navy veteran, from Norfolk, Va. CBT, EFT, SF/brief therapy, mindfulness practices. Previous experience as a therapist at MiraCosta community college and Center for Community Counseling & Engagement. Domestic violence group facilitation, client interest in veteran population, Deaf community, adolescent to elder population.I believe lasting change starts with building self-awareness and self-trust. By recognizing negative patterns and fostering confidence in one’s inner resources, clients can break free from limiting cycles and create healthier, more intentional lives.

Our Therapist Trainees

Angel' Smith

MFT

Jazmyn Saunders

PCC

I am a Black woman who enjoys creating a safe space for people from diverse backgrounds that have struggled with finding a therapist that makes them feel heard and understood.I work with individuals and couples providing a person-centered approach, utilizing CBT to help clients navigate life's challenges, guiding them toward self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.I believe that everyone has an inner compass for growth and healing, and therapy offers the guidance and encouragement needed to rediscover it.

Evie Quiroz

MFT

I am a first-gen Mexican American, bisexual person who was born and raised in Orange County, CA. I love to work with couples, and families - especially those who are part of the LGBTQIA community.My goal as a clinician is to help my clients get in touch with their primary emotions and bring awareness to their negative interaction cycles.

Brittany Cooper

MFT

Leticia Goss

MFT

I am Leticia, and I identify as pansexual, located in San Diego, California.I support LGBTQ+ clients, couples, and families by integrating Solution-Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.I believe in fostering a nonjudgmental and accepting environment to provide a safe space extending grace and compassion to promote healing, self-empowerment, and growth.

Tracy V Gressi

MFT

I was born in Los Angeles CA, but I lived in Guatemala from ages 4 to 18.The modalities I like to utilize in my practice are emotion focus therapy, person-centered narrative therapy, and gestalt therapy with emphasis on holistic treatment and mindfulness practices.My main goal as a clinician is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where my clients feel free to express themselves.

Patricia Milone

PCC

Born and raised in Hawaii. I am a Pacific Islander and have an Asian heritage.I was born and raised in Hawaii and have Pacific Islander and Asian heritage. Islander and Asian descent.Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Former teacher and case manager for the homeless.maladaptive or distorted thoughts (cognitive distortions) as the root of emotional distress and problematic behaviors. By identifying and restructuring these thoughts, clients can reduce negative emotions and adopt healthier behaviors.

Leila Savage

MFT

Leila Savage is a Syrian Scotch Irish Therapist Trainee based in San Diego, California.Leila Savage utilizes client-centered, CBT and solution-focused modalities to empower clients navigating anxiety, self-agency, disordered eating, body image liberation, family and religious trauma, drawing on her experience working with individuals, couples, and families.Leila believes meaningful change occurs when clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore their strengths. She views therapy as a collaborative process where creating a safe, nonjudgmental space fosters self-awareness, resilience, and the ability to rewrite life narratives.

Alejandra Heredia

MFT

I was born and raised in Morelos, Mexico, currently living and loving sunny San Diego. I work with families, individuals and couples providing Cognitive behavioral therapy, Emotional-Focused Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I believe in highlighting people’s strengths and utilizing them as structure for positive changes.

Kimberly Adapon

MFT/PCC

I am Filipino, born and raised in the Philippines and moved to the United States when I was 10 years old.I work with adolescents and adults providing a blend of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that clients have the innate ability to use their strengths and personal resources to identify solutions, build motivation for positive changes, and challenge unhelpful thoughts.

Frank Ramirez

MFT

I am Latino, straight male, raised in Southern California.I work with a wide array of individuals clients using a mix of Solution Focus Therapy, CBT and IFS parts work.I believe change comes by challenging our beliefs and harmonizing the internal parts of ourselves