Meet the Founder
Dr. Muriel Casamayor (She/Her/Ella), DSW, LMFT
Welcome to Insight Family Counseling and Wellness Services, Inc., where we are dedicated to providing inclusive and compassionate mental health support. Our founder, Dr. Muriel Casamayor (She/Her/Ella), a distinguished DSW doctor, has a profound focus on serving the 2LGBTQIA+ and undocumented communities.
Dr. Casamayor's journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from California State University, Los Angeles, followed by a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hope International University. As a licensed Latinx psychotherapist in California (LMFT License #116554), she has been making a significant impact in the mental health field since 2010, and practicing psychotherapy since 2014.
Born and raised in Peru, Dr. Casamayor is a first-generation immigrant who deeply understands the complexities of adapting to a new country and culture. Her dedication to the Latinx community and other marginalized groups is unwavering. She has supported children and families impacted by domestic violence through her advocacy and collaborative efforts with community safety initiatives in Los Angeles. Her mission is to help transform victims into empowered survivors and support their journey toward healing and thriving.
As an Afro-Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dr. Casamayor is deeply committed to supporting BIPOC individuals facing mental health challenges. Drawing from her own experiences as an immigrant and a graduate student, she brings a unique perspective to her practice, understanding the complexities of adaptation and acculturation.
At Insight Family Counseling and Wellness Services, Inc., Dr. Casamayor and her team are here to support you on your journey to mental wellness and personal growth.
"Adaptation isn't easy and sometimes is faced with traumatic experiences and little to no support."