Temecula Therapists

  Hello, my name is Brittany Lee.

 I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Cal State University Long Beach and there after went on to receive my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Loma Linda University. I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist and have had the pleasure of working in this field for 7-years. I have had the opportunities to work with the adolescent population, adult population, and older adult population. I have assisted clients in working through depression, anxiety, trauma, dual-diagnoses, and psychosis. The therapeutic approaches that I incorporate through assisting clients in living a more fulfilling life are Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. Serving my community and assisting community members/clients to reaching their goals and living a more fulfilling life is my passion.

Supervisor  

Hi, I'm April Gonzales, M.S, LMFT.

 I would like to share some things with you about my professional self. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have found great joy working with individuals, children, and families. I completed my bachelor's degree at San Francisco State University and my master's degree at California State University, Fullerton. So far, my professional focuses have included working with foster youth, active-duty military, retired military, and military families; however, I enjoy working with all people. I have helped adults and children with stress, depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, and struggles with aggression, communication, parenting, or personal self-care. I identify mostly as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, but I pull from other different therapeutic techniques and strategies such as Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and strength-based techniques. Now let me tell you a little about my personal self. I'm a San Diego native and 4th generation Japanese American (Yonsei). Born and raised in San Diego, my husband being a Navy Veteran and my father an Army Veteran, I have an affinity for the military. I'm especially close with my family and because of our cultural values, our gatherings are always food centric. I enjoy hiking, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. I try to live a healthy and holistic lifestyle and believe that physical and mental health are connected and affect one another, which is part of my therapeutic approach. I'm an animal lover and dream to have my own animal sanctuary. 

  Hello! My name is Ernesto Guerrero II. 

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development and went on to receive my Masters of Social Work degree from California State University San Marcos. I have over 7 years of clinical experience working across a variety of settings including residential, education, and detention. I also have a broad range of clinical experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to individuals from childhood to older adults in the following areas: Depression and other Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Anger Management, Psychosis, Substance Use, Interpersonal Skill Building, Social Skill Building, and Crisis Intervention. I have training and utilize a variety of techniques and skills from therapeutic modalities that include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, Client Centered, and Strength Based Approach. 

 Hello there! 

My name is Vanessa Dehesa-Woodson. I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy in 2016 from Azusa Pacific University. As a therapist, I value building meaningful relationships and connecting with my clients who come from various cultural backgrounds and getting to know who they are. I have also appreciated the opportunity of individuals allowing me into their lives through their stories and experiences. I strive to assist my clients in achieving their goals through encouragement, trust, humor, and motivation. I work with those who experience depression, anxiety, life stressors, and relationship/social concerns. I utilize various approaches throughout treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client Centered Therapy, and problem solving.   

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My name is Melody Gorczyca. I received my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family therapy from University of the West. As a clinician I view the client as the expert on their experiences and aim to provide support on their journey to whole-person healing. I take an eclectic approach to treatment, using tools from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, Strengths Based, and Person-Centered modalities. This outlook on therapy helps me gain a better understanding of my clients and tailor treatment toward their strengths. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and families from all backgrounds. Together we adventure through a variety of experiences such as: anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, stress, and life changes. I believe we all need someone to share our hardships with- someone that will walk beside us and help us hurdle life’s obstacles. My philosophy is that change is facilitated as we develop a stronger understanding of ourselves; personal transformation occurs when we foster awareness of our thoughts, feelings, behaviors and triggers while implementing new skills learned in therapy. 

 Hello, My name is Jaylee Wachholder. 

I graduated with my Bachelors degree in Psychology in 2016 from American Military University and my Masters in Clinical Social Work from California Baptist University in 2019. I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in February 2023 and have worked as a Clinical Therapist since 2019 . I am a military spouse to an active duty United States Marine, and have a passion for supporting military families. I have experience working with adult individuals in numerous capacities including: supporting justice-involved clients managing dual diagnoses, to working with individuals in private practice overcoming family conflict, depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders along with adjustment and transition difficulties, and overcoming grief and loss, to a majority of my time being spent supporting individuals struggling with addiction in a treatment setting. I have a passion for healing from trauma and overcoming addictive behaviors including substance abuse, codependency, and other addictive compulsive and maladaptive coping skills. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused therapy, and take a trauma informed approach.
 

Supervised by Angelica Nuno, LMFT #124272

Hi, my name is Noemi Garcia. I am an Associate Marriage and Family therapist. I graduated from California Baptist University with a Masters in Counseling Psychology.

I am a bilingual therapist and feel comfortable using Spanish in sessions with clients who would feel more comfortable speaking it. I believe that the journey to healing and growth begins with a deeper knowledge of who you are as a person. My therapeutic approach is to pull from various modalities and tailor a treatment to each individual. I have worked with a diverse population of varying ages, cultures, physical abilities, genders and sexualities. I have experience helping people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma and neglect, interpersonal issues, sexuality, stress, and self-care. I would be happy to walk with you on your journey to healing and help you get closer to living the life you want to live.

Supervised by April Gonzalez, LMFT #86424

Hi! My name is Leslie Adams. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist here in Murrieta, CA. I graduated from Touro University Worldwide in 2020 with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I like to describe therapy like a road trip, let’s hit the road and see what we discover! I am here to guide, explore, and share in the journey, no matter how bumpy the road gets. We might take some twists and turns, and that’s ok by me. I have worked with Clients ranging from 8 years old up to 65 years old and work with individuals and couples. I have experience with Anxiety, Depression, Panic Disorder, as well as experience supporting Clients through navigating relationship struggles, grief, and difficult life changes. I also have experience working with Military and First-Responders. As I work with Clients, I like to incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness. On a personal note, I am a book-loving creative person who is also a Navy wife, and mom to two kids. On my off days you can find me buried under a pile of yarn, listening to my favorite podcasts.

 Hello, I'm Johnnie Aldridge, a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s in Social Work and Gerontology from Loma Linda University. With extensive experience in behavioral healthcare as both a mental health clinician and county medical social worker, I specialize in working with adults and couples aged 18 and older. My practice experience addresses a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, grief/loss, ADHD management, healthy aging, life transitions, men’s health issues, chronic illness, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and generational trauma. Fluent in Spanish, I have comprehensive experience in supporting Spanish-speaking elder adults. Drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. My philosophy emphasizes empowering clients to explore their experiences and collaboratively develop practical solutions. Whether you're seeking personal growth or facing severe life challenges, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards improved health and well-being and help you achieve your goals.