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Team Members

LAURA SORIANO

LAURA SORIANO

Founder, President, LMHC-D

Laura is a bilingual psychotherapist and a school counselor. She has worked with individuals of all ages. Specifically, adolescents, who have confronted family challenges, life changes, transitions, anxiety and depression.

IMELDA TELLEZ

IMELDA TELLEZ

LMHC-D

Imelda is a bilingual school counselor and mental health counselor.She has experience in providing counseling and support for individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression and PTSD, primarily children and young adults.

NATALIE ESPOSITO

NATALIE ESPOSITO

LMHC-D

As a practicing counselor, my goal is to help you build a smoother path by overcoming those obstacles. My approach is to provide you with a safe and trustworthy space to explore those vulnerable emotions and practice self-discovery. Through a collaborative effort, you and I will work to strengthen coping techniques and build new skills that can be used to manage those negative emotions and conquer life challenges- learning from the past, focusing on the present and preparing for the future. I recognize that every person is unique, and I strive to create individualized goals with you that can act as steppingstones down your path to balance and inner peace.

GLAD UKO-IMA

GLAD UKO-IMA

LMHC-D

Glad is an empathetic and compassionate therapist with experience in working with individuals, adults, couples, and adolescents experiencing various life situations and behavioral issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or interpersonal relationships, by helping them identify strengths and find solutions to live flourishing lives within the human and natural community.

KATHERINE LARA

KATHERINE LARA

LMHC

Katherine is a bilingual mental health therapist who values the importance of creating a safe place for clients to feel comfortable and express themselves while also helping to explore, and achieve self-growth. Katherine has experience in providing counseling and support to help with managing and exploring anxiety, depression, relationships and or experiences provoking stress.

PRAGYA LAMICHHANE

PRAGYA LAMICHHANE

MHC-LP

Pragya is a compassionate mental health counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With a heartfelt dedication to her clients, Pragya specializes in working with individuals of all ages facing diverse mental health challenges. Whether navigating life transitions, managing anxiety or depression, or fostering healthier relationships, Pragya provides a nurturing environment where clients can flourish and thrive. She focuses on holistic healing and positive psychology, guiding clients toward a brighter, more fulfilling future.

EUPHORIA DOBBS

EUPHORIA DOBBS

MHC-LP

I work with individuals from all cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds, but specialize in treating clients with LGBTQ+ identities. I often use CBT, mindfulness, and somatic body exercises and approaches to work alongside my clients in maintaining mental wellness. I strive to be culturally sensitive to all my clients in using feminist theories to understand the important intersectional oppressive identities they may have.

Milan Samlall

Milan Samlall

MHC-LP

Milan believes therapy should be a place where you can speak honestly, feel understood, and work through what matters most to you. His experience in community mental health has taught him the importance of patience, consistency, and meeting people where they are. Milan uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a person-centered approach to help clients understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
His goal is to offer a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can face challenges, strengthen their relationship with themselves, and build a life that feels healthier and more fulfilling.

Christen Schilling

Christen Schilling

MHC-LP

Christen is a practicing Mental Health Counselor with her Limited Permit and National Certified Counselor. Christen is a graduate of Liberty University and a member of Omega Nu Lambda, National Honor Society for Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Christen graduated with her bachelor’s degree in science from NYIT as a member of PSI CHI, National Honor Society for psychology in 2005. She has 12 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields

ETIENNE LUCIEN

ETIENNE LUCIEN

Co-Founder, COO, LMHC

Etienne's therapeutic approach is integrative, combining evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address depression and anxiety, mindfulness-based interventions, and person-centered therapy. With a focus on fostering a safe and nonjudgmental environment, Etienne works collaboratively with clients to help them manage emotional challenges and achieve meaningful growth.

LISA DECKER

LISA DECKER

LMHC-D

I recommend and offer solutions that I myself practice. From meditation, mindfulness, and stoicism to relying on your spirituality or religious beliefs if important to you, connecting with nature, and working with the mind through the body via somatic experiencing, I engage in all of these activities and experience the efficacy of each.

EINAV GHERSIN

EINAV GHERSIN

LMHC

Einav is a bilingual psychotherapist (English and Hebrew) who works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, trauma, and other stressful life situations. She has experience working with culturally diverse patient populations and the LGBTQ+ community.

MARISOL FLORES-ORTEGA

MARISOL FLORES-ORTEGA

LMHC

She is a bilingual mental health counselor with experience providing counseling and support to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, interpersonal, relationships, and trauma.

JENNIFER OCHIAGA

JENNIFER OCHIAGA

LMHC

You deserve to have someone by your side who will listen attentively to both your proudest moments and the challenges you face. It's my mission to foster an environment of trust and openness, allowing you to freely explore the various stressors in your life while providing unwavering support on your journey towards developing more fulfilling and healthier relationships—with yourself and with others.

PAOLA CARDENAS

PAOLA CARDENAS

MHC-LP

Paola is a bilingual mental health therapist who provides compassionate, culturally responsive care in both English and Spanish. As an immigrant from Peru, she deeply values and understands the unique challenges faced by the Hispanic community, especially around navigating mental health stigma and access to care. Paola has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and work-related stress. She is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients can feel heard, empowered, and guided toward meaningful change.

SHALAH SHARP

SHALAH SHARP

MHC-LP

He provides compassionate, goal-oriented care with a strong focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He works with clients to identify unhelpful thought patterns, better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and develop practical strategies for creating meaningful change in their daily lives. His approach is supportive, culturally aware, and grounded in helping individuals build resilience, improve emotional regulation, and overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem.

SUNREEM ASIF

SUNREEM ASIF

MHC-LP

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ANDREA PAZ

ANDREA PAZ

LMHC-D

Andrea is a bilingual psychotherapist with experience in providing support for individuals of all ages working through life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, and interpersonal difficulties.

KANZAH RANA

KANZAH RANA

LMHC-D

Kanzah values a safe space for clients which allows them to build trust and to share their current difficulties, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or past trauma.

TREVOR ROBINSON

TREVOR ROBINSON

LMHC-D

Trevor’s focus is on empowering clients to achieve their highest potential. He has extensive experience developing effective treatment plans for anxiety, depression, bereavement, addictions, and trauma. Trevor possesses a particular strength in supporting clients and couples navigating relationship issues and also enjoys working with teens and young adults.

DAVID TONKOWICH

DAVID TONKOWICH

MHC-LP

David - dt - is no stranger to transformation. A former musician turned business leader, he redefined his life through the healing power of purpose. His counseling style is motivational, grounded, and integrative. He draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt, Experiential, and Solution-Focused Therapy, tailoring his approach to meet each client exactly where they are. Rooted in a multicultural framework, he is committed to creating safe, affirming spaces where clients of all identities feel seen, heard, and respected. He works with children, adults, couples, families, groups, and businesses.

MEAGAN BAIRD

MEAGAN BAIRD

MHC-LP

Meagan is a Mental Health Counselor whose compassion for others has encouraged her to work to help individuals find balance within their lives. She believes that not one form of therapeutic practice is bound to fit the needs of everyone who seeks out help in the variety of ways they may be struggling, and has provided support to those with severe depression, anxiety/panic disorders, Autism Spectrum, ADD, PTSD, grief/loss/bereavement, trauma, relationship issues and sense of self, and eating disorders.”

CHABELIS BAEZ

CHABELIS BAEZ

MHC-LP

I’m Chabelis, a proud Latina therapist passionate about helping people reconnect with their authentic selves and build lives that feel meaningful and aligned. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family challenges, life transitions, and goal setting. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in person-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way, build practical tools to manage life’s stressors, and work toward the version of life that feels most true to you.

TANIA ULLOA

TANIA ULLOA

MHC-LP

I have experience working with teens and young adults facing school-related stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, workplace stress, and challenges with setting boundaries. My goal is to help clients build healthy coping strategies, deepen their emotional awareness.

KARIME RINCON

KARIME RINCON

LMHC

Karime is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who utilizes Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to support clients in coping with life’s challenges, processing trauma, and developing healthy coping skills. Through a culturally competent and client-centered approach, Karime strives to gain a holistic understanding of each individual’s unique experiences, values, and background in order to provide compassionate and effective care

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We enjoy utilizing cognitive behavioral therapeutic techniques because they can provide you with concrete skills and strategies for coping with symptoms you may be experiencing.

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