PSYCHOTHERAPISTS
Our therapists are dedicated to providing high-quality, culturally competent, and gender and queer-affirming tools and resources to the communities we serve.
FOUNDER & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
The Pink Moon Healing Collective
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
DOCTORAL STUDENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
Aubri Gomez, LCSW
She/Her/Hers
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Aubri Gomez is a Filipinx-American Queer LA native. Growing up QWOC, she hears the urgency of potential clients for their providers to be culturally aware and sensitive and feminist identifying.
She received both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from UCLA and is currently a doctoral candidate in the field of Psychology. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. What this means for clients is that she doesn’t just explore family dynamics, individual thought, emotional, and behavioral issues, but larger systemic issues and societal problems at play.
Aubri has over 10 years experience working with a diverse range of individuals including youth and families impacted by the juvenile legal system and the department of children and family services.
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Aubri’s specialties include working with individuals who present with mood disorders and with symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and mood swings.
She is especially competent when working with individuals who’ve experienced trauma in their lives. -
She is open to supporting you in exploring, processing, and gaining insight into undesirable symptoms, traumas, relationship struggles, issues around sexuality and identity, as well as current thoughts, behaviors, and symptoms that you wish to gain power over and even change.
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Stevie Luna Ibarra, ACSW
They/She
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Stevie Luna Ibarra (they/she) is a queer, non-binary, and neurodivergent Social Worker, spiritual practitioner, and death doula. They were born and raised in the Bay Area/Ohlone Land and are currently based in Long Beach/Tongva Land. Growing up in a working class neighborhood with a Mexican and Filipino immigrant family exposed them to the myriad of stigmas against mental health and systemic barriers to receiving support.
Stevie earned their Bachelor’s degree from University of California, Santa Cruz where she studied Intensive Psychology and Education and earned her Master of Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. They hold over 10 years of experience with direct clinical services, program development, and research for diverse communities across the lifespan, including LGBTQIA2S+ older adults and Indigenous community members in early recovery.
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Stevie’s framework is deeply rooted in decolonization, anti-racism, and anti-oppression.
They provide a trauma- and resilience-informed space that invites you to be exactly who you are. -
Their collaborative approach encourages folks to deepen their understanding and relationships with themselves, their world, and the systems they navigate.
Together, you will explore how best to honor the current season of your life with loving kindness and practical strategies. They are honored to work alongside folks through transitions of all kinds through this work!
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Lindsay Young, ACSW
She/They
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Lindsay Young (she/they) is a queer first generation Jamaican-American therapist and artist based in Southern California. They were born and raised in New York, where they gained years of experience working with countless nonprofit organizations, marginalized populations, and occupying counseling roles.
They are also a published author and nationally ranked performance poet, and have gained years of experience as a teaching artist and workshop facilitator, often exploring the intersection of mental health and artistic expression. After graduating from Columbia University with her MSW, Young decided to take their talents across the country and be of service to new communities.
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Motivational Interviewing
LGBTQIA2S+ related needs
Grief/Complex Grief
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma (Personal, Relational, Systemic, Intergenerational, Religious, Artistic)
Spirituality, meditation, and mindfulness
Approaches rooted in anti oppression and self empowerment
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I approach each client as the master of their own experiences. I am not invested in being the authority on right and wrong, but rather in acting as a guiding support on your journey to self-discovery and self-empowerment.
We will work collaboratively to tailor a treatment plan to your specific needs. I know how intimidating it can be to begin a therapeutic process, and I am deeply invested in using the expanse of my skill set to ensure that our experience together is as beneficial to your healing as possible.
I believe in flexibility, transparency, and always utilizing therapeutic approaches that put my clients' humanity at the forefront. Afterall, we are all only human.
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Melissa Briseno-Vasquez, ACSW
She/Her/Hers
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I am educated in clinical mental health, trauma-informed care, including Eye Movement Desensitization Training and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
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Anxiety
PTSD
Trauma
EMDR Certified
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From relationship challenges, exposure to trauma and overall daily demands, it can become difficult to navigate everyday life. Sometimes these tough situations can cause you to ask yourself, “Am I good enough?” or “Why me?” which can lead to depressive thoughts, anxiety, and even traumatic stress.
Change, processing, growth, and healing do not come easy. You set the pace for your healing journey.
I am passionate about empowering my clients to regain control of their life. My ideal client is one who is open-minded to new tools and perspectives about themselves. A client who is frustrated by repeated cycles of the same behaviors, relationships, and outcomes. I create a safe space to allow my clients the opportunity to be their authentic self.
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Summer Woods
She/Her
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Summer Woods is a dedicated therapist, educator, and advocate born and raised in Los Angeles. As a Black woman deeply connected to her community, she understands the significance of culturally competent mental health care and strives to create spaces where individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered. Her passion for mental wellness, leadership, and service has shaped her into a therapist who not only addresses personal challenges but also considers the broader systemic factors impacting her clients’ lives.
Summer earned her bachelor’s degree from Mount Saint Mary’s University and her master’s degree from Pepperdine University. She is currently a doctoral candidate in Education, further deepening her understanding of human development, mental health, and systemic change. With over seven years of experience, she has worked in various clinical, educational, and community-based settings, supporting children, teens, adults, elderly and families facing challenges.
Beyond therapy, Summer has extensive leadership experience in advocacy, mentorship, and community engagement. She is a proud member of a historically Black sorority within the Divine Nine. She has also conducted research on mental health disparities and resilience in marginalized communities, working alongside renowned scholars.
Summer’s work is rooted in a holistic, person-centered approach, integrating evidence-based modalities with an understanding of cultural identity, systemic oppression, and personal empowerment. Whether she is guiding individuals through life’s challenges or advocating for mental health accessibility, her mission remains the same: to help people reclaim their narratives, heal, and build fulfilling lives.
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Summer specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, addiction/substance abuse, and behavioral issues. She also offers life coaching, career counseling, and mindset development, helping individuals create meaningful change in their lives. Her expertise extends to relationships and spirituality/religion, allowing her to support clients in aligning their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic modalities—including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and art/music therapy—she customizes her approach to each client's unique needs.
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Summer’s therapeutic approach is holistic and culturally sensitive, recognizing the deep connection between the mind, body, emotions, and spirit. She integrates evidence-based techniques with a person-centered, compassionate mindset, ensuring that therapy is both effective and aligned with her clients' values. Whether addressing life’s challenges or fostering personal growth, she creates a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Her philosophy is best reflected in her guiding quote: “What you aren’t changing, you’re choosing.
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Nataj Walker
She/Her
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Nataj Walker (she/her) is a clinician, expressive arts therapist, and guide for those navigating life’s transitions. Rooted in cultural humility, her work honors each client’s lived experience, offering a space where identity, creativity, and healing intertwine. She brings a deep understanding of the complexities of adolescence, having worked across various age groups and communities, from young children to emerging adults. Whether in family systems or one-on-one, her approach is warm, collaborative, and attuned to the ever-evolving nature of growth.
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Informed by expressive arts, somatic awareness, and psychodynamic exploration, Nataj tailors therapy to each client’s needs. Whether through movement, breath, or storytelling, she helps clients access inner wisdom, process emotions, and find strength in their own narratives. Her work is influenced by Jungian, Narrative, CBT, and Solution-Focused frameworks, creating a fluid and responsive therapeutic experience.
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Nataj offers both in-person and virtual sessions, welcoming individuals and families into a space of curiosity and transformation. Whether guiding a teen through identity exploration or helping a family find new ways to connect, she meets each client where they are—with creativity, care, and a belief in their capacity for change.
ASSOCIATE PSYCHOTHERAPIST
J.A. Thomas, ACSW, MA
She/They
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As an Associate Clinical Social Worker, my commitment is to guide you in navigating mental health challenges, fostering hope and healing. I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental therapeutic space, empowering you to live a more fulfilling life. My experience includes working as an EAP Intervention Specialist, supporting first responders and veterans during times of crisis. I also possess extensive knowledge of internet-related and technology-based mental health conditions, impacting both users and their families. With over a decade of experience in the technology sector, I understand the unique pressures of the digital age.
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In addition to traditional therapeutic approaches and a background in faith-based counseling, I offer a unique perspective informed by my experience in spiritual counseling. I'm also a creative arts teacher, professional astrologer, guided imagery meditation practitioner, and acting coach and this allows for a holistic approach, integrating psychological well-being with art & music therapy and spiritual exploration. I believe in addressing the whole person, encompassing mind, body, and spirit.
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My specialty areas include social media addictions and related compulsions, poor self-esteem, sleep disorders, and stress disorders. I can assist you in alleviating stress, mood, and sleep disturbances, while developing effective coping strategies and fostering positive self esteem, health and relationship outcomes.
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Master of Social Work, Fordham University: May 2022
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, UCLA: June 2009
Licensure — Associate Clinical Social Worker, California: ACSW 109977
INTERN
Eli Ray
She/Her/Ella
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Eli Ray (she/her/ella) is a queer cis-gender woman and mental health advocate.
She earned her Bachelor’s degrees in both Political Science and Communication from UC San Diego. Eli is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. She has experience in providing direct behavioral health services, Equine Therapy, research and media.
Beyond her studies, Eli is a photographer, organizer and Latin dancer. She is passionate about the intersection between somatic art, philanthropy and mental health. Eli strives to invest in her community while simultaneously decreasing the stigma against receiving mental health services.
My goal is to empower clients, foster resilience, and support them in building the confidence they may need to confront past trauma, build strong interpersonal relationships, or more effectively regulate their emotions.
— Aubri Gomez, LCSW
Maybe you are acknowledging that old patterns of behavior or thinking are no longer serving you and are instead causing you discomfort or even distress.
Maybe you are facing new challenges and are motivated to enhance your skill set to cope with them.
In any case, I am ready to join you on your journey of redefining purpose in your life and making meaningful change.
— Aubri Gomez, LCSW