About Our Team
Each of our providers specializes in child, adolescent and young adult mental health. We utilize a variety of developmentally informed cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented therapy approaches to help you and your family feel better and get back on track. We also offer specialized psychological assessment and testing services for children, adolescents and adults. We are a private pay practice and do not work directly with insurance companies. Learn more about fees and insurance here.
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Dr. Aaron Montgomery, Psy.D.
Dr. Montgomery specializes in psychological assessment & psychotherapy with children, adolescents & young adults with a variety of presentations. His assessment & testing expertise focuses on understanding the psychological and cognitive aspects of learning differences, educational functioning, cognitive ability and personality development.
Christine Golden, LMFT
Christine embodies a compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental attitude in her work with youth and adults. She understands the hardships and challenges that many individuals deal with on a daily basis. She has dedicated much of her clinical work to helping youth and adults cope with trauma, depression, anxiety and family issues.
Dr. Antonio Becerra, Psy.D.
Dr. Becerra is skilled at utilizing psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral treatment strategies to help individuals and families move toward improved mental health by becoming more aware of how their emotions, thoughts, beliefs and behavior may be maintaining distress and how these can be modified to promote healthy and positive change.
Dr. Brittany Bell, PhD.
Dr. Bell is a licensed psychologist with expertise in cognitive and behavioral interventions with youth and young adults. She has a strong background in behavioral therapy and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders (i.e. autism, ADHD and learning disabilities) in children and teens and providing parenting support. Dr. Bell also provides psychological assessment and testing for neurodevelopment disorders and learning disabilities.
Rubi Lopez Becerra, LMFT
Rubi Lopez Becerra is passionate about helping children, teens, young adults and their families turn difficult experiences into opportunities for growth. She is particularly skilled at identifying and developing her client’s unique strengths in order to help them heal and accomplish their personal goals. She has a deep appreciation for each individual’s natural resilience and believes that positive change is always possible. If you are interested in learning more about Rubi Becerra read about her work and areas of specialty below.
Poppy Peluce-Fune, LCSW
Poppy has a wealth of experience helping children, teens and adults overcome trauma, anxiety and depression. She is also passionate about helping couples improve their relationships. She utilizes a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness/Meditation, and Psychodynamic exploration of the past.
Debbie Reno-Smith, LMFT
Debbie Reno-Smith, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience as a mental health specialist, treatment provider, trainer and educator. She approaches her work with youth and families with a focus on mindfulness and self-compassion. Her specific areas of specialization include the application of mindfulness and reflective practices with youth, young adults and parents, early childhood development and mental health, grief and trauma and problematic drug use.
Cindy Ficken, LMFT, LPCC
Cindy Ficken, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families. She sees herself as a partner for her clients, assisting them in navigating through life’s stressors and challenges in order to achieve personal success and harmony. Utilizing her client-centered approach to understanding the individual challenges that are unique to you. She has a warm relatable approach, coupled with strong clinical skills, and a passion to assist you in developing your own strengths. She has worked in the public school system and outpatient hospital setting providing crisis, individual, group, and parent counseling and conducting parenting classes.
Dr. Kathy Dumain, Psy.D.
Dr. Kathy Dumain is a licensed psychologist specializing in psychological assessment and testing for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disorders, anxiety and depression with children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Deborah Naghi, Psy.D.
Dr. Naghi specializes in pediatric and adult assessment and testing. She is skilled in psychoeducational evaluations, neurodevelopmental assessment and psychological assessment of social and emotional concerns.
Dr. Carrie Kimpton Heald, Ph.D.
Dr. Kimpton Heald specializes in psychological assessment with children, adolescents and adults with a variety of presentations. Her assessment expertise focuses on cognitive abilities, academic achievement, information processing, and social-emotional and behavioral functioning.
John Bryan, MFT
John Bryan, MFT has over 22 years of experience providing mental health care to individuals and families in various stages of lifespan development. He specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral and Positive Psychology approaches to treating child, adolescent, adult and family mental health concerns. Areas of treatment expertise include mood disorders (anxiety, depression), behavioral disorders and family related stress. He has additional expertise in the application of mind-body techniques to alleviate chronic pain and illness.
Jennifer Heers, AMFT
I believe that everyone has the power to change, I am passionate about helping others heal and grow to live healthier lives. My goal is to create a relatable, safe, compassionate, and supportive environment where you can share your story and begin your journey towards emotional health and growth. Everyone’s experiences are unique, mental health and trauma can affect individuals in a variety of ways causing difficulties in daily life, relationships, and well- being. My approach is to balance practical tools for everyday life and provide direct feedback while valuing each client’s individual needs.