Clinicians

Brittnee Gauthier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (126468), certified in Individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Positive Parenting Program (Triple P). Ms. Gauthier graduated with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT) from the University of Southern California in 2016. Since then, she has worked providing therapy to adults, youth in high schools, middle schools, after school programs and served as a Facilitator serving Foster Youth and families.

As a Clinical Supervisor at a nonprofit serving marginalized communities, the role encompasses crucial responsibilities in guiding and supporting Associate Therapists as they navigate the complexities of providing mental health services within diverse and often underserved populations. Ms. Gauthier facilitates a nurturing and culturally sensitive environment, fostering the professional growth and clinical competence of her supervisees. She offers clinical supervision meetings to discuss cases, provide feedback, and ensure ethical practice while helping associates develop culturally competent interventions tailored to the unique needs of marginalized individuals and families.

Additionally, Ms. Gauthier advocates for inclusive approaches to therapy, addressing systemic barriers and promoting social justice within the therapeutic process. Through mentorship, continuing education, and reflective practice, she empowers associate therapists to deliver effective, empathetic, and affirming care, ultimately enhancing the nonprofit’s capacity to make meaningful impacts within marginalized communities.

Hello! My name is Morgan Pinedo, and I’m an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (10152), with a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential. As a dedicated clinician, I practice from a humanistic, client-centered framework, focusing on creating unique and individualized solutions for each person I work with. My approach is grounded in understanding and addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—to support lasting and meaningful change. For younger children aged 3 to 12 years, I utilize a child-centered, non-directive play-based approach. This method enables children to express themselves and explore their feelings in the most natural and comfortable way—through play.

I started my professional journey after earning my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Chapman University, where I also obtained my Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential. Since 2021, I have worked as an associate in a community practice and as a mental health counselor in several school districts in South Orange County. While my primary focus is not school-based therapy, I greatly enjoy working with our youngest generation. With a passion for creative arts and hands-on work, I like to incorporate creative elements into my sessions to help both children and adults foster deep personal growth and transformation. I have experience treating mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, low motivation, life changes and transitions, and students with 504/IEP plans. I take pride in working collaboratively with families and parents to provide resources and psychoeducation to support each client’s unique needs.

Hello! My name is Tameka Gibbs and I’m an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (15183) in the state of California. I have two Bachelor’s Degrees in Elementary Education and Psychology from the University of St. Thomas (UST). I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling and Psychological Services at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota (SMUMN). I have a vast amount of experience working with children and families. As a former Elementary school teacher, I have witnessed how mental health impacts children academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. I desire to expand my clinical counseling by also working with adults, empowering others to thrive and combat challenges that greatly impact their well-being.

My previous experiences inspired me to help individuals develop a positive self-identity and cultivate positive relationships to promote growth and healing. I strive to create opportunities to build meaningful relationships that instill a sense of belonging. Overall, I aim to create an environment in which people feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves. I strongly believe that therapy shouldn’t be a one-size-fits-all approach; therefore, I utilize a strengths-based model with a person-centered approach.

Using these modalities, clients create personalized goals that are most meaningful and relevant to them. Furthermore, I work collaboratively with clients to move toward effective and lasting change. My passion as a mental health professional is deeply rooted in my racial identity and life experiences. My cultural competence derives from working with diverse populations using a lens of trauma-informed care. I am committed to providing culturally relevant practices throughout therapy sessions by embracing the strengths within every individual.

Greetings. My name is Richard Chong, and I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT153574). I graduated with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. As a counselor, I approach my work through a client-centered and humanistic lens, collaborating with clients on their journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, so collaborating and tailoring therapy to my client’s preferences is part of the journey.

Sometimes, the narrative and noise that life gives us can take over and become the driver of behaviors and thoughts. Understanding the complexity and impact one’s range of identities can have on one’s life can be a step towards retaking the narrative and empowering one’s story. Therapy can be a way to regain a sense of self, so you can be the driver of your path and story.

Some of the tools and experiences I can bring to the therapeutic relationship include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, Parts work, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), grounding exercise, and somatic works. Some of my experiences include working with ADHD, anxiety, grief, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide a positive therapeutic experience so clients may be informed and empowered in the direction of their journey.