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Meet The Team
Aaron Jacobson, M.S., LPC Licensed Professional Counselor Gottman Method Level 2 for Couples
"Together, we create a sacred space for healing, growth, and discovery. As a counselor, hearing your story is one of my greatest privileges. It is my hope that as your life story unfolds, we can better prepare you (the main character) to face and embrace the challenges, opportunities and events that shape you".
Rosa Ruales, MC., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor Bilingual Therapist (English/Spanish)
Rosa Ruales is a Licensed Professional Counselor working with child, adolescent, individual and family therapy in English and Spanish. She creates a safe and compassionate environment in which self-understanding and self-empowerment are explored and promoted to create healthier, sustainable, and greatly fulfilling change. He is trained in the use of Sand Therapy and play therapy. Ms. Ruales has been trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Counseling (level 3)
Isabella Moreno, Ed. S., M.S., LPC, LASAC
Certified School Psychologist
Bilingual Therapist (English/Italian)
Ms. Moreno has received training in Structural Family Therapy at the Child Guidance Clinic and University of Pennsylvania and a post graduate certification in marriage and family therapy from Saint Mary’s University, MN. Ms. Moreno is also a nationally and Arizona certified school psychologist, where she has worked in public schools for more than 20 years.
Mark Mansfield, M.S., LPC Licensed Associate Counselor
For a majority of that time he has worked with kids and their families. His experience also includes time as a behavioral consultant and a training manager. Therapeutically he primarily works from a CBT framework but includes elements of DBT and narrative therapy as well as the more indirective play-based Sand Therapy and StoryPlay® interventions. He is passionate about helping others heal, grow, and reach their full potential.
Seol Ki, MSW, LMSW
Bilingual therapist (Korean & English)
Seol earned a Master’s in Social Work from Arizona State University and Ph.D. in Communication from Rutgers University. She is licensed through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as LMSW. She specializes in a large array of challenges including, but not limited to: Intercultural challenges include racism and discrimination, interracial and/or international relationships, problematic internet use including excessive online/mobile gaming or social media use, stressors in higher education or academia, substance use, anxiety, depression As an immigrant herself, she understands acculturation-related stress for immigrants, international students, and interracial/intercultural relationships. She has conducted multiple research studies on health equity, internet gaming disorder, and opioid use disorder. With extensive experience in scientific research, Seol Ki uses evidence-based intervention strategies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interview.
Erica Ayala, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
My counseling style is warm, inviting and interactive. I meet you where you are and walk alongside your journey to healing. My approach is very diverse and combines cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, dialectical behavioral therapy, emotion focused therapy, trauma focused therapy, 7 challenges, certified clinical trauma specialist, sex-trafficking and exploitation. It takes great courage to make the first step in your journey to healing. I look forward to walking that journey with you towards a more fulfilling, happier life and best version of yourself.
Tiffany O'Connor MC., LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor Expressive Art Therapy
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Tiffany’s experience includes working with children and adults, of various ages, as well as their families in both individual and with their family settings. She uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques utilizing a creative approach in Expressive Art Therapy to allow one’s own personal expression guide them and their families through life’s challenges and barriers. Her experience includes but is not limited to those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, communication, self-awareness, life adjustments and children with Asperger/autism. Tiffany creates a safe, non-judgmental and open environment in which to explore the gifts of each individual client. She allows them the space to for clients to navigate, express themselves safely while learning new ways to effectively communicate with others, increase self-esteem and build more fulfilling relationships.
Lisa Medeiros, LAC
I have worked with clients experiencing symptoms commonly associated with anxiety, depression, complex bereavement, trauma, nightmare disorder, personality and mood disorders, comparison, suicidal ideation, and addiction. I use a strength-based approach and utilize techniques and interventions based on Reality Therapy/Choice Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Harm Reduction, and Image Rehearsal Therapy. Whether you are a client who already has goals in mind for the future or a client who is scared to think about taking the first step toward positive change, we can work together.
Licensed Master Social Worker-T
Trilingual Therapist
(Spanish, Portuguese & English)
Has experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and interpersonal issues, values that every client is an individual with unique circumstances, and strives to meet them where they are. Her approach is person-centered and strengths-based, focusing on empowering the individual. Karina believes that the most essential component to client growth and healing is a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment.
Kyra Murphy, CCMC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Clinical Military Counselor
Kyra has been a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona since 2004. Kyra has experience working with adults, teens, preteens, older adults, families, and couples. In addition to working in private practice, she has worked with those in crisis, inpatient hospitalization, group therapy and prevention services. Kyra understands that challenges in life can happen before individuals have had the opportunity to learn the needed coping skills to address them. Sometimes trauma or earlier life experiences create or exacerbate these challenges. Kyra provides a safe and compassionate environment to treat and work through the core issues contributing to the client’s concerns.
Santiago Ayala, LAC.
Licensed Associate Counselor
Mr. Ayala has experience serving the elderly, adults, adolescents and children providing individual, couples, and family counseling. He creates a safe, compassionate and a friendly environment to support people overcoming challenges in their life. He works with people in all walks of life and with a variety of populations: children, adolescents, and adults.
Desirai Browning, LAMFT
Desirai Browning is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with both a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University. Presently, she works with couples, individuals and families with adult children. During her time as a therapist, Desirai has worked with diverse cultural groups and marginalized populations, and provides an inclusive atmosphere to the broad spectrum of adult concerns. She believes in providing holistic care for clients and focuses on all aspects of a person’s life in her therapeutic approach. As a therapist, Desirai understands the enduring stigma related to seeking treatment for mental health and is devoted to opening the doors for discussion and normalizing ‘asking for help’.
