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Hi! I'm Aliyah Simcoff, LCSW! I received my MSSW from UT Austin in May 2020, and have since worked primarily in community mental and behavioral health with stints working in the carceral system.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with adults and older teens, individuals and couples. seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, loss, survivors of childhood physical, emotional or sexual abuse and people in recovery for alcohol/substance abuse and the parents, partners of those with addictions or alcohol abuse. I think therapy should consider the whole person; recognizing complex balance of mind, body, spirit, and one's personal/social environment.

Clients often tell me that the first thing they notice is my calm, steady presence. I show up inviting, open-minded and humanity with and genuine respect for whatever you’re carrying. My role is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to explore difficult emotions, and never judged for your experiences or reactions. You don’t need to prepare, perform, or have the “right” words — you can simply arrive as you are.

I have spent many years supporting children, adolescents, and adults through moments of crisis, transition, and emotional overwhelm. That work has shaped how I practice: I pay close attention, I move at your pace, and I stay attuned to both what you’re saying and what you’re feeling. I understand how heavy life can become when stressors accumulate or when past experiences continue to echo into the present. You will never be rushed, dismissed, or minimized here.

You can expect me to be engaged, thoughtful, and collaborative. I ask questions to help you make connections, I listen for the patterns beneath the surface, and I hold space for both the pain and the strength in your story. I value honesty, transparency, and the trust that grows when you feel truly seen and understood.

Most importantly, you can expect a relationship built on safety, consistency, and compassion. I will honor your boundaries, respect your lived experience, and walk alongside you as you navigate healing, insight, and meaningful change. You don’t have to carry everything alone — I’m here to support you, one step at a time.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I received my Masters's of Social Work degree from USC. I have had the privilege of working with multiple populations from children, adolescents, adults, couples, the Military and their families. I specialize in helping individuals living with anxiety, depression, adjustment changes, trauma, harm reduction and behavioral changes. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and personal transformation.

LMFT, MA in Counseling Psychology from CIIS

Somatic oriented, Humanistic

My name is Claire Pinkston MS/MSC. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADCII). I’ve been in the counseling field for almost 20 years. I believe that we all face challenges engaging fully in life, owning our choices, connecting with other people, and making our lives meaningful. How we think about ourselves, others, and the future has a tremendous impact on how we feel and what we do. My goal is to help you understand the factors influencing your thinking, feelings, and choices, and make changes that will improve your life. I especially like working with people who are motivated to dig in and do the work, because change requires change.

I have a deep passion for helping others find healing, growth, and hope. As a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. I offer telehealth sessions in both English and Spanish, allowing you to express yourself in the language that feels most comfortable. I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, divorce, infidelity, and major life transitions. Together, we will work toward greater self-awareness, healing, and meaningful change. As a woman of faith who believes in God, I value the role spirituality and personal beliefs can play in the healing journey. I welcome exploring these areas when they are meaningful to you while honoring and respecting each person’s unique story and background.

My name is Marissa Ruiz and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in California with nearly 5 years of professional work experience as a therapist and over 20 years experience in the social work field. Some of my other titles include mother, wife, ex-wife, sister, daughter, niece, grandmother and friend. Sharing these titles are important to me because they represent relationships my clients have which helps to improve the rapport. I survived my obstacles in my life with the help of a therapist and hope to help you through yours.

Hi! I've been in practice since 2011 and will tell everyone I meet that I LOVE my job! I love helping people understand themselves better, finding answers to questions, and sharing the moment when someone says "So THAT'S why that happens!" I love helping people unhook from beliefs that have brought debilitating guilt and shame. I love celebrating success with someone who has taken a risk, challenged their fears, and come out the other side victorious!