Lauren provides culturally inclusive and affirming care to people from all backgrounds. She enjoys building strong connections and appreciates people as they are. She has a passion for working with those who face complex trauma, sexual violence, BIPOC/mixed/queer-specific challenges, and ambiguous loss. Lauren utilizes a trauma-informed, client-centered, and eclectic approach. She believes collaboration, authenticity, and a sense of safety are essential for growth. She is skilled in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Motivational Interviewing; as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Lauren is a second generation AMFT who had the privilege of working closely with diverse populations over several years. These experiences began as a peer-educator among preschool, high school, and university students by promoting accessible, empowerment-based programming. During her graduate program, she spent 2 years providing culturally responsive mental health services at a non-profit. In the past year, she has gained private practice experience enhancing relational health with evidence-based practices. Lauren received both her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Public Administration, and her Master of Science in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills. 

Justin is passionate about helping people find the most effective solutions to complex problems.  He enjoys aiding clients in growing their inner confidence and belief in themselves, as he believes there is a vast ability for self-healing present in each individual if they can find a way to access it. He has experience in helping clients with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, addiction, and ADHD.  He has an extensive background in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and ACT modalities, as well as mind-body connection and Internal Family Systems for trauma recovery.  He takes an eclectic approach to therapy, honoring each individual’s unique perspectives, and he aims to meet each client at their current stage of readiness, while encouraging them to grow into what they truly envision for themselves.  He offers a warm and compassionate hand to those in need, and looks forward to working with you!

Christine is dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive environment that facilitates meaningful change. With a background in personal and community advocacy, Christine believes in the transformative power of self-compassion and empowerment in therapy. Her approach is rooted in cultural competency, ensuring her clients feel seen and respected in their unique identities. She utilizes evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy techniques to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges. She leans towards a humanistic, person-centered approach to encourage personal growth, acceptance, and resilience. She emphasizes a safe, nurturing environment and believes in every person's potential for growth and resilience. She graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelors in Psychology and a minor in Counseling & Social Change. She graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo with a Master of Science in Psychology. 

Naz has worked with various populations and is passionate about using cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy to help her clients. Born and raised in Iran, she moved to the U.S. when she was 17. She understands and can relate to her clients who have migrated to the U.S. and are experiencing changes in attitudes, family values, generational status, and social affiliations. She has experience working with clients with severe and acute mental illness. Nazanin is also passionate about Holistic therapy, where she focuses on a person's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. She might use art or music to work with people or mindfulness practices, including meditation and relaxation techniques and physical approaches such as yoga or Tai Chi. Nazanin graduated from UCSD, majoring in Psychology, and received her master's degree in MFT and PCC from National University. 

Lanelle (she/her/ella) enjoys working with individuals aged 7+ with intersecting identities, particularly 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC folx of diaspora.  Lanelle uses a mix of psychotherapy modalities and mindfulness techniques to help people manage mental health concerns.  Her approach is grounded in a social justice, decolonized, and trauma-informed lens, strength-based, person-centered, and fosters a non-judgmental, affirming environment. Lanelle has experience with a wide range of concerns including: stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors and other mood disorders. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, she is dedicated to empowering individuals as they grow in their unique healing journeys. She has more than 6 years of experience in community based and outpatient settings working individually with youth and adults. 

I provide services to adolescents and adults struggling with mental health related issues and substance abuse. I am currently offering services via telehealth and in person. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, non-judgmental, and working with you to make changes. I utilize a strength-based approach in addition to cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to empower you to create changes that you can implement into your everyday life. I am experienced working with individuals and couples experiencing a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, addiction, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions and more. I take a client centered, strength-based approach to create a collaborative and positive experience while empowering you to establish healthy change. A quote from Neale Donald Walsch that I believe, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." 

My specialities include trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I take an eclectic approach to therapy that includes Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and using the connections between the mind and body for grounding and self-regulation. Mostly, recently, I have provided outpatient care both in person and via Telehealth. I have a wide range of prior work experiences: non profit agencies with foster youth, domestic violence survivors, children and adolescents in a school based program, adolescents on probation, residential programs, crisis intervention for youth, and with children removed from their families by Child Welfare Services. Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a professional soccer player in England, professional soccer coach and ran a family construction business for many years. In 2011, I obtained my Master’s degree in Counseling and have been providing mental health care for the last 13 years and counting. I joined Grow Through Life Counseling in 2023 as the Clinical Leader of the Chula Vista location providing direct care and supervisor associate therapists. I am excited to work with Tricare families and appreciate the sacrifices of our military service members, their families and our veterans.