Welcome to my private practice. I am so pleased that you have found us. I am certain that you will find the perfect therapist with us. I am a marriage and family therapist who specializes in three areas: addictions, affair recovery, and mood disorders.

My work with addictions include how addictions (substance or activities) impact a marriage and family. Recovery is a complicated process full of challenges other than remaining sober. My approach to recovery is holistic. Including all members of a family and/or marriage is an integral piece to the success of one’s recovery. I integrate mind, body, and spiritual aspects into the care of those in treatment.

Some clients wish to include other aspects of recovery in their pathway, and  those can include: Exercise, meditation, volunteering, and/or faith into practices and principles of recovery. I help to pull together practical aspects for recovery that are important to you and your family. I believe in integrating different theories into practice to fine tune a treatment plan that is uniquely yours and your family’s. My approach is a unique blend of rediscovering who you are after the addiction is gone and structuring a pathway of recovery that encompasses your goals for the future.

I believe that hope and healing are possible for anyone. Whether you are experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or spiritual concerns, I can help guide you towards health and wholeness. I am a Certified EMDR Therapist with EMDRIA, and I use Restoration Therapy, mindfulness, and other neuroscience principles to empower my clients to heal from past wounds, live fully and authentically in the present, and achieve future goals. Please check out my website at http://www.jennieazofeifa.com for more information.

I love hearing people’s stories. Sometimes the adventure takes unexpected twists and turns that are challenging to navigate on one’s own. You are not alone! Together we can plan the next steps in your story so you reach your full potential; your strengths and life experiences make you unique. I use evidence-based practices and time proven strategies to help you develop healthy relationships and address life’s challenges in ways that support new growth. When you’re ready, let’s do this together whether individually, as a couple or as a family.

For me, living life to the fullest included having been married to my husband for almost thirty years, along with the joys and challenges of raising two beautiful daughters. After thirty-four years in education as a teacher and school administrator, I decided to pursue a second career, helping others grow in relationship with self and others. I returned to Azusa Pacific to earn a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and have completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method. My life experiences as a daughter, wife, mother, teacher, principal and therapist combine with professional training and allow me to walk with you as you develop new skills and explore new possibilities. I feel privileged to serve our community as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #123226.

I’m not foolish, I know there a lot of people who out there who are
skeptical about the role that therapy could play in their life, and I’m
sympathetic to those who feel that way.
Whether you’re a skeptic, or someone actively looking for the right
counsel, I invite you to keep reading.

When trouble arises in life, the emotions that come with it tend to be
overwhelming and chaotic. It may be difficult to sort out your feelings or
find the words to describe what the problem is. This can paralyze the
decision making process, and make it impossible to move forward.
Some people may even bury these uncomfortable feelings altogether, and
their negative experiences may continue to compound.

I don’t believe life should feel hopeless or that anyone sets out to be stuck
in that way. I don’t believe anyone should feel ashamed of themselves for
overwhelming emotions, anxieties, or negative thoughts.
My job is to show you just how capable you are. I will teach you how to
cope with your negative thoughts when they inevitably happen, help you
retrain your brain with positive neural pathways, and eventually, get you
out of my office for good. In a positive way of course.

If you’re still reading this far, then I’ve captured your interest.
My name is Marla Elliott, and I specialize in working with families, to meet
them where they are and help them gain the insight and skills to move
forward. With a degree in Child Development and over 30 years of
experience in that field; I can guide and support you with behavioral,
social, and academic issues.

Working with me is a sure-fire way to find the best path forward for you
and your family.

I also have a plethora of experience working in grief counseling, helping
people of all ages better manage their feelings of loss and pain. If you are
experiencing loss from losing a loved one, going through a divorce,
moving, changing jobs, or even suffering from imposter syndrome; I can

support you on that journey. We will work on processing all emotions that
come with these hard periods in life and manage them in a healthy way.
That way you can move forward feeling in control of your life.
I want to be there for you.

From toddlers to teenagers, parents and grandparents of all ages, young
adults to seasoned career professionals, single individuals to whole
families, everyone is welcome. No challenge is too big or small. If you are
looking for improvement, I am available to listen and guide the vision you
have, for who you truly are, and who you want to be.

You may call, text, or email me at anytime, and we will begin your journey to a more purposeful life.

Danny Westcott is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with training and experience in the field of substance abuse recovery and family practice. He holds a respectful, client-centered approach, working collaboratively with clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves with an emphasis on authenticity of self. He graduated with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from National University and holds a B.A from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Danny provides individual therapy, couples and family therapy to help his clients understand how past experience influences present barriers to growth. Danny is passionate about supporting individuals in all stages of change with a common goal of self-improvement. He holds the belief that growth is a process of re-discovering the individual, a journey that demands resilience, patience, and compassion.

I work with a variety of clients who all have one thing in common; the need to make sense of and overcome longstanding or deeply entrenched relationship or personal challenges. People like you, who grow tired of asking “When does life get better, and when do things change?” My answer may surprise you…it doesn’t, and they don’t. But that’s our reason for hope; we don’t have to rely on fuzzy concepts like “life” and “things”, when we can engage in a powerful therapeutic process of authentic connection, restoration of hope, psychoeducation, evidence-based treatments, and helping you balance radical acceptance with skillful change.

In doing so, you will be the one to change, and you’ll make life what you want it to be! Whether your relationships need major or minor adjustments, or you’re personally struggling with a variety of problems, let’s talk about a warm, custom-tailored, and restorative treatment plan that addresses the heart of what prevents you from living your fullest life.

Please take a moment to review my Psychology Today profile and personal practice website. I look forward to answering your questions and building something new together!

If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, shame, loneliness or want to better understand yourself, therapy can help. Do you feel stuck? Feel guilt or shame? Overwhelmed? Irritable? Angry? Do you seek freedom and joy? If so, you don’t have to work through these struggles alone. It would be my honor to support you. I believe our wounds are often the most beautiful parts of ourselves. Let me join you, as “Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter.”

I create a warm, non-judgmental space where you are safe to talk and feel. I draw upon humanistic, existential, and psychodynamic approaches to psychotherapy. I utilize EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness to help deepen processing. I use elements of positive psychology to empower your strengths while fostering growth and creating change.

My hope is for you to feel seen, heard and accepted, no matter the experience or emotion. I am here to support you through your challenges with wholehearted compassion. If you feel like you could use a little more support, I’d love to work with you. It would be my honor to help you achieve your goals and live your best life.

I believe that healing and positive change take place in the context of supportive and accepting relationships. Whether you seek to change patterns of behavior, improve your mental health, or enhance your relationships, I would like to support you on your journey. I strive to create a brave and compassionate space where you can explore what healing and growth looks like to you. My approach will be tailored to your specific needs, as I practice from holistic, person-centered, strengths-based and family systems perspectives. 

My passion for mental health stemmed from working with teens as a young adult. That passion carried me to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from CSU San Marcos and a Masters in Social Work from CSU Fullerton. During my education, I continued working with teens in my community and abroad, integrating my love of surfing, the outdoors, and music to foster healing connection and relationship. Since then, I have worked with children and families in a variety of crisis-intervention and therapeutic roles. Now, I look forward to walking with you through whatever you may be facing to find hope and healing together.