• Meet The Team

    Meet The Team

    Our vision is to provide culturally competent and wellness focused services that promote social-emotional stability to minorities

    Roxanne Mata

    Roxanne Mata (She/Her) is an Associate Marriage Family Therapist (AMFT #129867) in the state of California. She is Native and Mexican American woman born in San Bernardino County and raised in South Texas. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Master's Degree of Education Marriage Family Therapy from Cambridge College. She has worked as a Parent Advocate with Foster Care children and probation adolescents. She has worked in the mental health field profession since 2011 and practicing psychotherapy since 2021. She is strongly committed to support, empowerment, healing, with our underserved communities. She is certified in TF-CBT, Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention Mandated Reporting Child and Elder Abuse.

    "A woman armed with ancestral wisdom is an unstoppable force." 

    Polly Harden

    Polly Harden (She/Her) is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #129860) in the state of California. She was raised in California and has been working in the mental health and social work field for the past 9 years. She is now providing therapy since 2021. Polly is incredibly passionate about empowering individuals to become the best version of themselves, especially in culturally sensitive communities. Through her work, she strives to foster a safe space for individuals to tell their story, process their past, and create a new reality that is more fulfilling. She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.

    "I feel honored to provide individuals with the environment needed for healing and growth." 

    Sunni Meador

    Sunni Meador (They/them) is a Queer Associate Social Worker who is passionate about alternative forms of self and community care. They've been working in the mental health field for three years and in the non-profit health sector for eight. They are passionate about connecting people to community resources and deep diving into the rawest emotions. Their specialties communities are queer and transfolks, BIPOC and those who have been working with anxiety, and depression. They enjoy working with teens, young adults, those struggling with self empowerment, self-worth, and self love. Coaching sessions are offered too.

    Mayra Veronica Barragan-O'Brien

    Mayra Veronica Barragan-O'Brien (she/her/ella) is a first generation, undocumented Latina. She was born and raised until the age of 14 in Guadalajara, Mexico. She graduated from California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) with a Masters of Science in Clinical/Counseling Psychology, and is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). She aims to be a culturally-sensitive therapist and takes a trauma-informed, person-centered approach. Her goal is to continue working closely with immigrant and underrepresented communities as a mental health professional and advocate.

    Audrey Mae

    Hafa Adai! I'm Dr. Audrey Mae (she/her)!

    I am a proud queer, first-gen college grad from the beautiful island of Guam and I am so happy you are here. My practice is grounded in genuine compassion and care, providing a safe environment where we collaborate toward personal growth and transformative healing. I specialize in serving adult clients who identify as Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (NHPI) and LGBTQ+, offering culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and decolonized therapeutic models to address your unique challenges and foster a supportive space for healing.

    Tona Gonzalez

    Tona Gonzalez (She/Her), LCSW. Tona specializes in working with college students and first-generation graduates, providing them with the support and guidance they need to navigate their unique challenges.

    Beyond her professional life, Tona enjoys a variety of hobbies that enrich her well-being and creativity. She has a passion for makeup, frequently experimenting with new colors and techniques she learns from YouTube. Tona also enjoys watching TV shows and movies, as well as listening to true crime podcasts.

    Music is another significant aspect of Tona's life. She loves attending concerts and appreciates various genres, including indie rock, pop, and folk. Additionally, Tona cherishes the time spent with her two dogs, Pip and Jinx.

    Family is incredibly important to Tona. She loves spending quality time with her husband and parents. Together, they explore new food and dessert spots or enjoy activities like bowling. This strong family orientation adds to her empathetic and supportive approach in her social work practice.

    At the core of her professional work, Tona Gonzalez is dedicated to empowering college students and first-generation graduates, helping them achieve their goals and thrive in their personal and academic lives.

    Juan M Castro-Grangerv (He/Him/His/El)

    Juan Castro-Granger is an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) based in Riverside, California, known for his compassionate, client-centered support. As a proud Mexican-American and LGBTQIA+ social worker, Juan is deeply committed to assisting individuals, couples, and families in overcoming life's challenges. His approach is holistic, person-centered, and culturally adaptable, creating a safe and transparent space for clients to heal and thrive.

    Juan holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from California Baptist University, with a specialization in clinical social work focusing on mental health and trauma-informed care. His diverse professional experiences include working with developmental disabilities, community mental health centers, the 211 Crisis & Suicide prevention helpline, children's services, LGBTQIA+ & HIV health equity and racial justice advocacy, and homeless outreach. These roles have enriched his understanding and ability to address the unique needs of various communities.

    Grounded in empathy and respect, Juan's practice utilizes evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices. He believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship and collaborates with clients to create a non-judgmental space for growth. His specialties include anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship counseling, grief and loss, life transitions, stress management, and working with children, adolescents, and transitional-aged youth/young adults (15-18).

    Juan's mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling, balanced lives by developing coping skills, enhancing self-awareness, and fostering resilience. Through his holistic and compassionate approach, he aims to support clients in achieving positive change and a brighter future.