Anika Ahsan (she/her) is a Doctoral of Psychology (Psy.D.) candidate at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She deeply values the work she does with each of her clients and believes that individuals are the experts of their own lives. Anika is passionate about listening to her clients’ stories and collaborating with them to understand their unique needs and develop personalized, effective treatment plans. Anika brings a broad range of clinical experience to her work. She has supported children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 2–24) on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as individuals experiencing severe mental health challenges in inpatient settings. Her work in these settings has involved clients with varying levels of acuity, from mild to severe, across the adolescent to adult lifespan. Her journey into the field began during her undergraduate studies, when she worked as a developmental therapist. This early experience inspired her to pursue a Doctorate in Psychology and fueled her passion for mental health advocacy and care.

Anika’s clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion—such as cultural identity, acculturation stress, intergenerational trauma, racial and ethnic discrimination, and the mental health impact of marginalization. She also focuses on the intersection of religion, spirituality, and culture in mental health, helping clients navigate challenges related to faith, identity, and belonging, particularly within underrepresented communities.

As a Bengali American, Anika is especially committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces for individuals and communities that have been historically underrepresented in mental health care. Her long-term goal is to promote equity and accessibility in mental health services for all.

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Angela Anderson is a compassionate and dedicated young Black female mental health therapist based in Rancho Cucamonga,California. With a deep commitment to supporting individuals in their mental health journey, she specializes in creating a safe and empowering environment for her clients. Drawing from her own experiences and cultural background, she is passionate about breaking mental health stigmas and providing accessible, culturally competent care. Angela works with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them navigate challenges and build resilience. She is dedicated to fostering healing and personal growth, particularly for underserved communities.

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Kalisha Brown founded Breaking Cycles Counseling with the mission to provide mental health support for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and interpersonal or relationship issues. She recognized a significant gap in mental health services for low- to moderate-income individuals, as well as the need to address cultural biases within therapy. Driven by a passion to offer accessible, culturally competent care, Kalisha created a group practice where individuals could receive the mental health support they needed without financial barriers. Breaking Cycles Counseling focuses on empowering clients to break free from harmful patterns, fostering emotional well-being, and improving relationships in a supportive, inclusive environment.

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Cecilia creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to openly express themselves. Cecilia earned both a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Phoenix. She works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans based on their unique needs. As a Spanish speaking Latina, Cecilia emphasizes client-centered care and uses mindfulness practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), to empower clients to heal and grow. Cecilia has gained experience in a variety of settings, including mental health stabilization unit where she supported clients with diverse mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use disorders, dual diagnoses, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD and Wraparound Services. These experiences have fueled her passion for providing direct care to individuals struggling with their mental health.

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Lauren is a Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Lauren uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychotherapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy to support her clients in finding strength and resilience. Lauren’s passion lies in helping individuals from survivors of domestic violence and underrepresented communities. No matter where you are on your journey, Lauren is here to walk alongside you with care, understanding, and support.

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Darren received his Masters Degree in Multicultural Community Counseling and Social Justice Education at San Diego State University and his Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Counseling and Social Change, which has provided him with the background to effectively serve varying cultures, sexualities, creeds, socioeconomic status, and backgrounds. His goal is to provide a person centered approach to empower the client to recognize their own strengths and use their own autonomy to enact their change process, while also helping the client increase awareness of the various social and cultural factors that influence their view of the world around them. Darren also uses evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to equip individuals with tools to aid in change. He is passionate about serving clients that come from marginalized and underrepresented communities of color, as well as LGBTQIA+ population.

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