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Dama Perez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of CASA Therapy. Based in Irvine, CA, she specializes in Couples Therapy in Irvine, CA, providing culturally responsive and emotionally focused care for individuals and partners seeking deeper connection, healing, and personal growth. Through a supportive and compassionate approach, Dama creates a safe space where clients can explore relationships, navigate life transitions, and work through emotional challenges with confidence and understanding.

Hello! I’m a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, dedicated to providing compassionate and authentic care. My approach to therapy is grounded in collaboration. I believe you are the expert in your life and experiences, while I bring expertise in the science of change. I specialize in addressing stress, anxiety, depression, attention challenges, and the physical ways these concerns can manifest in the body. By using evidence-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and elements of dialectical behavioral therapy, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where meaningful growth and healing can take place. Together, we’ll navigate life’s challenges and work toward achieving positive, lasting change.

Hello and welcome to this amazing journey! I know that change be scary: It is also empowering and freeing. I am intentional about working on myself and taking care of myself so that I can best help others. I absolutely love what I do. I specialize in working with adults struggling with ADHD, OCD, anxiety, panic, difficult life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship issues. 

Hey there. Before I further go on about me, I need to take a moment to surface something about you. Bear with me.... It's important to note you made it to this point, which is the point of acknowledging a struggle, seeing the importance of caring for yourself, and building the courage to reach out knowing growth and improvement are on the horizon. For those who I have had the opportunity to work with, I am humbled by the experience to be part of the journey and chapters of their life. I'd be honored to be part of yours. I have worked with a lot of people from many walks of life, with different life experiences. No two experiences are ever the same. You are the expert in the room when it comes to your life, your perspective, and your experience of it. It is my responsibility as well as privilege to understand how you have experienced your life -- no assumptions and no judgments. Together, we will set therapy goals. Through the process, you are the driver, and I will help with the navigation.

Watching your teen or young adult navigate challenges like ADHD, self-harm, depression, or anxiety can be incredibly overwhelming. But you don’t have to face this journey alone. Together, we can provide guidance and direction, transforming uncertainty into a pathway of growth and resilience. As a parent, it’s natural to feel consumed by worry and fear, but the right support can create meaningful change. Using proven strategies, I help your child regulate their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build a confident, resilient sense of self—empowering them not just to manage but to truly thrive.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey with a special interest in adjusting to medical illness and aging. A clinical health psychologist by training, I received my Ph.D. from the Graduate Center of the City University of New York after completing a pre-doctoral Clinical Psychology Internship at Mount Sinai Services/Elmhurst (2023). I also hold a Licentiate in Psychology from the Universidad de Palermo in Buenos Aires, Argentina (2013). I have specific expertise in helping adults adjust to chronic illness, including heart failure and other cardiovascular conditions, cancer and cancer survivorship, palliative and end-of-life care, diabetes, asthma, and GI/gastrointestinal disease, through my pre-doctoral externships and internship at Northwell Health/Long Island Jewish in Manhasset, Queens Hospital, and Elmhurst Hospital. My research has focused on aging adults’ adjustment to life with multiple chronic illnesses, including improving quality of life, reducing depressive symptoms, illness self-management, and patient-provider communication. In addition to my role as a therapist, I am also a Postdoctoral Associate in Behavioral Geriatrics in the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine, where I focus on understanding the relationship between living with multiple chronic conditions and depression, as well as improving care for this population. I am a member of the Gerontological Society of America and the Society for Behavioral Medicine, and an editorial board member for the Annals of Behavioral Medicine.

If you are struggling and you want to reduce your anxiety, depression, stress, and/or relationship conflicts therapy can help. We can work together so you can advocate and care more for yourself and connect to what you need.

Hi! My name is Emily! I am a LPC in the state of Texas and LCPC in the state of Maryland. I offer Virtual/In-Person (Fort Worth) appointments in TX and virtual ONLY in MD. I work particularly with both males and females who are struggling with Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorders, varieties of grief, and anxiety. I believe that strength and encouragement can be found in having someone process our challenges with us. I strive to create a safe space where you can learn from current thinking patterns, explore new coping skills, and grow in more effective behaviors and thought processes. Often we underestimate the impact of having someone share space with us in some of our darkest moments. I would be honored to make space with you.

Andrew Clavijo, PMHNP, is an experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in bipolar disorder care. He combines his knowledge of psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and psychoeducation to deliver personalized, evidence-based treatment tailored to each individual. Andrew’s focus on progress-driven care ensures that every plan is adjusted as needed to achieve meaningful results. Through telehealth, Andrew provides patients with the convenience of expert mental health care from anywhere. By partnering with major insurance providers, he ensures that care remains both accessible and affordable, allowing patients to focus on their well-being without added financial concerns. Whether newly diagnosed or managing ongoing challenges, Andrew Clavijo offers compassionate, specialized support designed to enhance emotional health, promote stability, and improve overall quality of life.

Hello and welcome! My name is Janet Lawrence and I am a licensed professional counselor. I have been in this field for several years now and have worked with a diverse population of people. My primary therapeutic approach is from a cognitive behavioral therapy perspective. I work with people who are experiencing mood disturbances such as depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. I am available to work with you on learning the strategies you need to enhance your life and minimize the struggle. I look forward to working with you!