Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. We can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.
Counseling can be beneficial to individuals who are looking to transform their lives and create lasting change and transformation. Online sessions are held from the safety of your home and easily accessible through our easy scheduling platform.
Coletta Franciscus is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in the state of California (#47379). Mrs. Franciscus has more than 20 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field. Her early training focused on providing counseling services to at-risk youth in group-home settings. She has also worked as a Drug & Alcohol Counselor for court appointed clients, group therapist for severely mentally ill in psychiatric settings and Director of Social Services with the geriatric population. In 2008, Mrs. Franciscus began her journey in private practice providing counseling services to couples, children, and families. In addition, Mrs. Franciscus has 11 years’ experience working within the correctional system and providing administrative oversight of the clinical services. Mrs. Franciscus earned her B.A. in Criminal Justice at California State University, Fullerton in 1999, and a master’s degree in counseling psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy in 2005 from Argosy University. She is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Aside from work, Mrs. Franciscus loves spending quality time with family and friends, event planning, fostering new business ideas and singing.
Dr. Adelene Tsujiuchi is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #48112). She is also member of the California Marriage and Family Therapy and an affiliated member of the California Psychological Association. She holds a Bachelor of Science in General Studies majoring in three concentrations in Accounting, Biblical Studies and Psychology. She received her Master and Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College, IL and completed her doctorate and dissertation with Ryokan College, CA. She is a seasoned therapist with over 15 years of experience assessing and providing treatment to children, young adults, adults, couples, and elderly. Dr. Tsujiuchi has extensive training and committed to helping people overcome depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsion, infertility issues, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship or conflicting interpersonal problems at work or home, academic or career struggles, addiction, ADHD and bipolar disorder. She believes there is no one single approach that is right for everyone to restoring balance, improve relationships, or work toward self-actualization. She is trained in a range of modalities including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills training, Grief therapy, Motivational Interview, Faith Based Counseling and Brief psychodynamic therapy. She is committed to provide each patient with respect, and honest assistance. She believes in using approach and techniques that treat the whole self and not just the symptoms.
Geoffrey Glowalla is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Psychiatric Technician who has been working in the mental health field for eight years. He has worked in a variety of settings to include correctional health, private practice, acute inpatient psychiatric care, inpatient behavioral modification, community mental health clinics and full service partnerships. He holds master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology and Public Administration and considers himself a life long learner. Geoffrey was born and raised in Santa Ana, CA. He is married with one son and enjoys vacationing every year in the Caribbean. When not traveling, he enjoys exercising as a form of self care.
Since graduating from Pepperdine University Tim has been a licensed Marriage and Family for over 25 years. He has worked with all ages and people of different backgrounds. This includes individual and family therapy for children, teens, and adults for a variety of therapeutic issues, including anxiety, depression, relational problems, parenting, and substance use. In addition to providing therapy, for many years he was an adjunct faculty member at the University of Phoenix.
Sheryl Wamsley-Goldsmith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California
(LCSW #20718). She holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services with an
emphasis in counseling. She also received her Master’s in social work (MSW) as well
as a Master’s in public administration (MPA) with an emphasis in Urban Affairs. She has
also completed a graduate certification in Employee-Employer Relations.
Ms. Wamsley-Goldsmith is a seasoned and skilled therapist with over 25 years of
clinical and administrative experience in the mental health field. She has worked with
numerous client populations such as: young adults, adults, groups and the elderly. Ms.
Wamsley-Goldsmith has provided counseling services in a variety of clinical settings:
inpatient psychiatric hospital, dual diagnosis outpatient clinic, drug & alcohol services in
a correctional setting, inpatient geriatric psychiatric unit as well as private practice. She
has also provided administrative/clinical oversight to 5 jail facilities in the County of
Orange jail system in Southern California for 8 years before retiring in 2018.
Ms. Wamsley-Goldsmith provides therapy that is trauma-informed, culturally competent
and offers a nonjudgmental space for self-exploration, healing and discovery with a
psychodynamic and eclectic approach. She believes in starting where the client is and
taking a holistic approach to treatment; exploring many avenues with clients to restore
and/or improve their overall mental health and well-being. Ms. Wamsley-Goldsmith is a
firm believer in client self-determination; allowing clients to attain their full potential and
acting as an advocate, educator, coach and guide.
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