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10815 Rancho Bernardo Rd, Suite 380

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Pedro Palafox, Therapist

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Ages Served: 18-75+

Agoura Hills, CA

5012 Chesebro Road, Suite 200

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Alexis Hinds, Psychiatrist

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Specialties: Anxiety, Depression/feeling down See all

Ages Served: 18-64

Beverly Hills, CA

8730 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 200

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Karyn Anderson, Therapist

Karyn Anderson, LMFT, helps adults and seniors in California navigate life’s complex emotional and relational challenges with warmth, respect, and over three decades of clinical experience. Through individual and couples therapy, they support clients in understanding the roots of distress and building healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, or major life transitions, Karyn provides a compassionate and affirming space tailored to each individual’s needs. Karyn is especially passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and first responders—populations who often carry layered experiences of trauma and identity. They offer specialized care for those exploring gender identity, coping with PTSD, or working through challenges tied to relationships, grief, and midlife transitions. Karyn also supports clients dealing with substance use concerns and chronic medical conditions, helping them reclaim a sense of agency and wellness. One of Karyn’s areas of focus is treating trauma, gender identity-related concerns, and bipolar disorder. With expertise in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Gender-Affirmative Medical Readiness Evaluations, Karyn guides clients through the healing process with grounded clinical knowledge and deep respect for lived experience. Their approach often integrates mindfulness practices and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients stay present while moving toward long-term goals. Additional treatment options include faith-based counseling and support for insomnia and sleep disorders. Outside of their clinical work, Karyn enjoys antiquing, spending time with loved ones, and caring for their three cherished fur children. These personal passions reflect the value they place on connection, comfort, and curiosity—values that are woven into their therapeutic practice.

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Specialties: Anxiety, LGBTQ+ See all

Ages Served: 22-75+

Pasadena, CA

675 S Arroyo Parkway, Suite 420

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Ann Stephens, Therapist

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Specialties: Anger issues, Anxiety See all

Ages Served: 18-74

Goleta, CA

5901 Encina Rd, Suite A

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Christina Darling, Nurse Practitioner

Christina Darling, NP, helps adults and seniors across California find balance, resilience, and renewed purpose through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She provides both individual therapy and medication management, creating personalized treatment plans that address the whole person—mind, body, and lifestyle. Christina strives to meet each patient where they are, helping them manage conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD while promoting long-term emotional well-being and stability. Christina’s approach is grounded in collaboration and respect for each individual’s lived experience. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness into her sessions, empowering patients to identify patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and strengthen emotional regulation. As a prescriber, she offers medication management that complements therapy, emphasizing education and partnership so patients feel confident and informed in their care. Christina has a deep commitment to supporting individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals as they transition back into daily life. She understands the complexities of recovery and provides ongoing guidance to ensure her patients feel supported, stable, and hopeful during this crucial period. Her work also extends to members of the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, and those navigating medical or midlife transitions, offering gender-affirming medical readiness evaluations and trauma-informed care tailored to each person’s needs. Outside of her clinical practice, Christina finds joy and renewal near the ocean or exploring nature. She loves traveling the world, discovering new cultures, and staying active. An animal lover and creative spirit, she enjoys sunshine, coffee, podcasts, live music, and hands-on DIY projects. Above all, she treasures time spent with family, friends, and her community.

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Specialties: Anxiety, Depression/feeling down See all

Ages Served: 18-64

Culver City, CA

3831 Hughes Ave, Suite 509

Torrance, CA

21535 Hawthorne Boulevard, Suite 200

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Malaika Alert, Nurse Practitioner

Malaika Alert, PMHNP, helps adults find steadiness, clarity, and symptom relief through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their lives. Serving patients across California, she provides medication management that is collaborative, thorough, and grounded in respect for each individual’s goals, values, and lived experience. Malaika works with adults and seniors navigating concerns such as ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, helping patients better understand their symptoms and make informed decisions about treatment. As a prescriber at LifeStance Health, Malaika focuses on building strong therapeutic partnerships that support long-term mental wellness. She treats adults ages 18 and older, including older adults, and has experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals and military members and veterans. Her approach integrates careful medication evaluation with mindfulness-informed strategies to promote emotional regulation, focus, and resilience. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she offers support for a range of other mental health conditions when clinically appropriate. Malaika is especially committed to helping adults manage complex mood and anxiety-related conditions with clarity and compassion. She understands how conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder can affect daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life, and she strives to provide care that is both clinically precise and genuinely supportive. Her goal is to help patients feel heard, empowered, and confident in their treatment plan. Outside of her clinical work, Malaika enjoys spending time with family, hiking, and reading as ways to recharge and maintain balance.

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Specialties: ADHD, Attention & focus See all

Ages Served: 18-75+

Emeryville, CA

1480 64th Street, Suite 150

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Lyn MacBeath, Psychiatrist

Dr. Lyn MacBeath helps adults across California find relief from complex mental health challenges through a thoughtful combination of medication management and therapy. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she brings decades of experience as a Medical Doctor to support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Her care is rooted in a holistic philosophy that integrates mental and physical health while fostering a collaborative, respectful environment where patients feel heard and understood. Dr. MacBeath has experience treating conditions such as PTSD/trauma, anxiety, and substance use concerns, using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and mindfulness techniques. She works closely with adults, including military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, tailoring care plans to align with each person’s unique needs and life circumstances. In addition to individual therapy, she provides medication management and case coordination to support continuity and depth of care. She is passionate about supporting individuals with trauma-related conditions, including complex PTSD and dissociation, as well as those managing behavioral and process addictions and self-harm behaviors such as non-suicidal self-injury, trichotillomania, and excoriation disorder. Her trauma-informed approach emphasizes safety, authenticity, and empowerment, helping patients build resilience and regain a sense of control in their lives. Known for her calm and empathetic presence, Dr. MacBeath prioritizes active listening and conflict resolution, helping patients feel validated while working toward meaningful, sustainable change. Her approach integrates clinical expertise with compassion, encouraging balanced, “win-win” outcomes and long-term wellness. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. MacBeath enjoys meditation, yoga, teaching Yin Yoga, hiking, volunteering at an elementary school, and practicing visible mending.

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Specialties: Alcohol use, Detachment/disconnection See all

Ages Served: 18-75+

Walnut Creek, CA

2970 Camino Diablo, Suites 100 & 300

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Brandon Sandate Rodriguez, Therapist

Brandon Alexis Rodriguez helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors across California navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, he provides individual therapy tailored to each person’s goals—whether they are managing anxiety, working through depression, or rebuilding after trauma. Serving clients throughout CA, he offers a grounded and culturally responsive approach designed to foster insight, resilience, and meaningful change. Brandon specializes in treating Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD/Trauma, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop practical coping skills and long-term emotional regulation. He works with teens (15–17), young adults, adults, and older adults who may be experiencing midlife transitions, later life adjustments, or the cumulative impact of stress. His work often supports individuals from the LGBTQ+ community and those on the Autism Spectrum, while also offering additional areas of focus to meet diverse mental health needs. With a strong commitment to culturally informed therapy, Brandon creates a space where identity, lived experience, and personal values are honored. He is particularly attentive to the ways culture, gender identity, and family dynamics shape mental health. Through mindfulness-based strategies and structured therapeutic interventions, he helps clients reduce symptoms, improve self-esteem, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others. Brandon is bilingual in Spanish and brings warmth and authenticity into his clinical work. Outside of therapy, he enjoys spending time with his family and loved ones, traveling to explore different countries and communities, and deepening his understanding of diverse cultures—experiences that enrich his perspective as a therapist.

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Ages Served: 15-75+

Riverside, CA

4361 Latham Street, Suite 220

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Stephanie Rocha, Therapist

Stephanie Rocha, LMFT, helps individuals across California navigate difficult emotions, life stressors, and personal challenges with compassionate, evidence-based care. As a Marriage & Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for teens, adults, and seniors seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Stephanie creates a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can openly explore their experiences, develop healthier coping strategies, and work toward greater emotional balance and resilience. Stephanie has a strong focus on helping individuals heal from trauma and post-traumatic stress. She understands that the effects of trauma can influence many areas of life, including relationships, mood, and overall wellbeing. Through a thoughtful and collaborative approach, Stephanie helps clients process painful experiences, build emotional regulation skills, and regain a sense of safety and control in their lives. Her work in trauma-informed therapy supports individuals in developing practical tools that foster long-term healing and stability. In her clinical practice, Stephanie frequently supports clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief. She also has experience working with specialized populations such as individuals connected to adoption or foster care systems and first responders who may face unique emotional demands. Stephanie integrates proven therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy while also offering additional therapeutic strategies tailored to each client’s needs and goals. Stephanie is bilingual in Spanish and values providing culturally responsive care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. She approaches therapy with warmth, curiosity, and respect for each client’s personal story, helping them identify strengths while building the skills needed to move forward with confidence. Outside of her clinical work, Stephanie enjoys gardening, fiber arts, and traveling.

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Specialties: Attachment issues

Ages Served: 15-75+

Claremont, CA

675 W Foothill Blvd, Suite 200

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Gladys Mendez-Suaza, Therapist

Gladys Mendez-Sauza, LMFT, helps children, adolescents, teens, and adults across California navigate emotional challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Marriage & Family Therapist with LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy tailored to each stage of life, supporting clients as they work through anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Gladys creates a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered to make meaningful and lasting changes. She is passionate about helping individuals experiencing anxiety, grief, and trauma-related concerns, including PTSD and the impact of difficult life experiences. Gladys understands how these challenges can affect daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being, and she works collaboratively with clients to build effective coping strategies and restore a sense of balance. She also has experience supporting individuals navigating immigration-related stressors, offering culturally responsive care that honors each person’s unique background and lived experience. Gladys integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and parenting skills into her work, equipping clients and families with practical tools to manage emotions, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. She has experience supporting women and families, and she also offers additional areas of expertise to meet a wide range of mental health needs. Fluent in Spanish, Gladys can connect with a broader community and provide care that is both accessible and culturally attuned. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys dancing, painting, and hiking.

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Specialties: Anxiety, Immigration/cultural status See all

Ages Served: 6-40

Glendale, CA

1560 E Chevy Chase Drive, Suite 130

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Josh Suri, Therapist

Josh Suri, LPCC, helps teens, adults, and seniors across California navigate life challenges with clarity, purpose, and practical tools for lasting change. At LifeStance Health, he provides individual, couples, and family therapy, supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns with a structured yet compassionate approach tailored to each client’s needs. Josh has a strong clinical focus on anxiety, depression, and couples’ issues, recognizing how these concerns can impact daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. He works collaboratively with clients to identify patterns, build insight, and develop healthier ways of thinking and relating. His approach is grounded in evidence-based care, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while also offering additional therapeutic modalities to meet diverse needs. He supports individuals facing alcohol and drug use issues, helping clients better understand the underlying factors contributing to substance use while building healthier coping strategies and long-term recovery skills. Josh creates a nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore challenges openly and work toward meaningful, sustainable change. Josh has experience working with a range of populations, including first responders, military members and veterans, and individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. He also offers psychological testing as part of a comprehensive approach to assessment and treatment planning. His therapeutic style is collaborative, direct, and strength-based, helping clients reconnect with their values and move toward a more fulfilling life. He treats teens and adults across all life stages, tailoring care to meet everyone's goals. Outside of his clinical work, Josh is deeply passionate about his Christian faith, spending time with his wife and family, and staying active through HIIT training, triathlons, and hiking.

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Specialties: Attachment issues, Family conflict See all

Ages Served: 15-75+

Westminster, CA

5455 Garden Grove Blvd, Suite 200