meet our team

Dr. Velazquez is a Registered Psychological Associate with the CA Board of Psychology, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Substance Abuse Counselor, specializing in substance abuse, trauma-informed care, LGBTQ+IA population,  and treating of individuals with co-occurring disorders.

Maria’s clinical experience includes conducting psychotherapy with children ages 0-18, and providing substance abuse treatment with adults and adolescents addressing co-occurring disorders.

Maria holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Path to Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and is currently completing a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles. She holds a Bachelor’s degree

in Psychology and certification of Substance Abuse Counseling from California State University, Dominguez Hills. Maria has conducted research within the LGBTQ+IA community and Latinx

community. Her interests include treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, working with the LGBTQ+IA community, multicultural and diverse populations and co-occurring disorders.

Amberlyn’s clinical experience includes conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations focused on neurodevelopmental disorders, cognitive and personality functioning, and diagnostic clarification to identify various mental health concerns and guide personalized treatment planning. She has provided individual and group therapy in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting clients through a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges, including those coping with physical health difficulties. Her approach integrates evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to promote emotional regulation, stress management, and self-awareness. Throughout her career, Amberlyn has worked with culturally and ethnically diverse individuals as well as LGBTQ+ clients, offering services both in-person and via telehealth.

Amberlyn holds two master's degrees including a Master of Arts degree in Applied Health Psychology from Touro University, and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School, Anaheim. In addition, she is currently completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School, Anaheim, and she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from California State University San Marcos. 

Amberlyn is dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible care that respects each client’s unique journey by understanding and integrating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and creating a trusting, empathetic environment where clients feel empowered to explore, grow, and find balance in their lives. Her clinical interests include neuropsychological and personality assessments, holistic approaches to mental health, trauma-informed care, and supporting clients through life transitions.

Desiree’s clinical experience includes conducting cognitive and personality assessments and providing psychotherapy in forensic settings. She has experience working with individuals with depression, social anxiety, personality disorders, PTSD, trauma, and substance abuse. Desiree has worked with diverse populations including LGBTQ+, ex-military personnel, older adults, African Americans, Latinx, and Asian Americans. Her clinical and theoretical approach consists of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, emphasizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She is also an advocate for mindfulness-based approaches, having completed a 10-day Vipassana retreat and maintaining a regular meditation practice.

Desiree holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Laurentian University in Canada and is currently completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology degree at the Chicago School, Anaheim. She also has extensive experience in harm reduction and working with individuals experiencing, or having experienced, difficulties while in altered states of consciousness. Desiree’s interests include neuropsychological and personality assessment and providing couples counseling. Her goals include optimizing cognitive health and empowering clients to harness their full potential to cultivate lasting overall well-being. 

Noah’s clinical experience covers a large array of different mental  health facets. He has clinical experience with clients in inpatient settings recovering from substance use addiction, schizophrenia, and eating disorders, as well as clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms. Noah's experience also includes conducting comprehensive psychological assessments in a clinical setting in order to help clients better understand how different symptoms can affect their current functioning. Working from a primarily Cognitive  Behavioral Therapy perspective, Noah seeks to understand a client’s life patterns within their own experience.   

Noah holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology and is currently completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School. Noah received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Westmont College. His research and clinical interests include emotional vulnerability in diverse  populations

Marjan’s clinical experience includes conducting neuropsychological assessments for individuals across the lifespan to evaluate emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning. She has worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder, ADHD, traumatic brain injuries, cognitive disabilities, and physical limitations. She practices from a holistic and integrative framework, with clinical interests in neuropsychology and health psychology, particularly in the assessment and treatment of neuropsychological disorders and complex trauma. She is especially passionate about working with children and adolescents. Her research interests include attachment theory and adverse childhood experiences, as well as their impact on the brain, behavior, and psychological functioning of individuals. 

Marjan’s therapeutic approach is informed by evidence-based modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), with an emphasis on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches. She also incorporates a psychodynamic approach while maintaining a person-centered and culturally responsive lens. She believes in meeting each individual where they are and honoring their lived experience, working together toward growth and healing. 

Marjan holds a Master of Arts in Psychology degree, and she is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Anaheim. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego. 

 Daniella’s clinical experience includes conducting comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and personality functioning in individuals with complex psychopathology, including mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Daniella also has experience working with children and adolescents in both clinical and educational settings, which has fueled her passion for early intervention and developmentally sensitive assessment. Daniella primarily utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework in her clinical work and is committed to tailoring interventions to meet each client’s unique developmental, cultural, and psychological needs.

Daniella is a Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician (RADT) and has provided direct clinical services in residential and outpatient treatment settings, supporting adults through substance use recovery and trauma-related symptoms. 

Daniella is currently completing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at The Chicago School, Anaheim Campus. Daniella holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton. Her clinical and professional interests include psychological assessment, neuropsychology, child and adolescent psychology, and trauma-informed care. She is particularly interested in how neurocognitive functioning and early life experiences shape emotional and behavioral development. 

Elise is a Registered Behavioral Technician and Counselor, who has extensive experience working  with children and adults, providing behavior therapies for children  with autism and  counseling adults with severe mental illness. She also has clinical experience in providing psychotherapy in forensic settings and has worked in mental health settings involving co-occurring substance abuse treatment.

Elise is currently completing a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and she holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles. Her professional interests include psychological  assessments and forensic psychology. 

Anna's professional interests focus on  neuropsychology, trauma-informed care, and holistic mental health practices. She has over 6 years of experience in diverse clinical environments having worked with

children and their family, adults, and older adults. She has extensive experience in

neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents, including comprehensive cognitive and behavioral assessments, as well as, conducting individual psychotherapy with adults and older adults, focusing on severe presentations, such as schizophrenia and related psychotic

disorders, bipolar disorder, and depressive disorders using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Her volunteer work includes engaging in mental health advocacy at community events and providing resources to at-risk youth.

Anna is currently completing a doctoral degree in clinical psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. She holds a M.A. degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School in New Orleans, LA, and  a B.S. in Psychology from Louisiana State University. She has published research in the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, and she has presented at various conferences like the

APA Convention. She is a student affiliate of the American Psychological Association, Louisiana Psychological Association, and California Psychological Association, and is committed to empowering her clients through empathy and evidence-based practices.

 Gabriella specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has experience conducting psychological evaluations to assess adolescents' and adults' cognitive and personality functioning. Through her unique athletic background and clinical experience, she has seen how vital the mind-body connection is and has developed a holistic approach in helping each of her client's unique needs. Gabriella’s psychotherapy specialty includes working with depression, anxiety, and trauma disorders. 

Gabriella completed her undergraduate studies in Cognitive Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of California, San Diego, and is currently completing a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at the Chicago School. Her interests include neuropsychology and performance psychology, and her research focus is currently on clinical sports psychology.