Our Team

Miranda Gustuson

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

CA #143125 

 

Miranda Gustuson is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Southern California. Miranda holds a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University, where she specialized in medical family therapy. Additionally, she holds a Bachelors of Art in Psychology from California State University San Bernardino. Miranda strives to continue her growth as a therapist through her ongoing education in the Doctorate of Marriage and Family Therapy program at Loma Linda University. Her extensive training has supported her passion for whole-person care.  

Miranda aims to foster a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Miranda has experience working with individuals of all ages, from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. She is committed to cultivating a socially and culturally conscious therapeutic environment for her clients.

 
 
 

Alex Bowser

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

CA #143499

 

Alex holds a BA in history from UCSB and obtained her masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Cal State Fullerton . Alex works with all clients across the life span, specializing with adolescents and young adults. Alex incorporates a holistic approach to her practice, integrating the connection between the physical, spiritual, and cognitive . It brings her joy to help her clients grow and achieve their goals, while having a positive experience along the way.

 

 

 

                                                                      

Cherole Lee

Associate Professional Clinical Counselor

California #18633

 

Cherole Lee is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. Cherole received her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from California State University, Sacramento, followed by a Master's degree in Counseling from San Jose State University.

Cherole approaches therapy with a deep belief in honoring each person’s unique story. She focuses on being holistic, person-centered and roots herself in the understanding that healing looks different for everyone. She offers a non-judgmental and culturally sensitive space where everyone is welcome and can feel seen, heard and accepted. 

 

 

 

James Kalupson, MA

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) #139967

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) #14029

 

James Kalupson is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing telehealth therapy services in the state of California. For James, the process of psychotherapy is the means by which the innate healing capacities of the human psyche are given the space to work freely and effectively. By co-creating an empathic, attuned space for dialgue oriented towards helping his clients boldly confront the roots of their suffering, James fosters a gentle, yet vibrant therapeutic environement in which genuine insight and transformation occurs. James specializes in working with adolescents, adults, and couples who yearn for a sense of agency and personal power in their lives and relationships.
 
James holds a Master of Arts from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Depth Psychology. Prior to pursuing a career as a psychotherapist, James received a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Science and Mechanics from The Pennsylvania State University. In addition to his work in private practice, James is a psychedelic facilitator at MycoMeditations, a retreat center located in Treasure Beach, Jamaica which uses traditional plant medicines to assist in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shanti Regester, LMFT, CA #92756

Board Trustee

 

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma, children/adolescents, and parenting.  I completed my BS in psychology at Agrosy University in 2009, continuing on to receive my Masters of Arts in counseling psychology in 2011. I gained experience working in community mental health for 10 years and later managing a mental health program for the Department of Mental health in California.  During my time training and working with parents and children, I learned many theories, strategies and techniques. However, I often felt frustration and a sense of hopelessness when I didn't see the progress I hoped for. I learned that I was not alone in having these thoughts and feelings- lack of confidence in one's parenting ability is a common struggle.
 
I became certified in an evidence based practice, "Child, Parent, Psychotherapy" in 2016 and gained my licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I also received a certification in Attachment, Neurodevelopment, and Psychopathology from the Family Relations Institute. I have found Attachment and Adaptation to be the missing piece in meeting families needs. Our attachment "system" works as our immune system to adverse experiences and I believe the practice of attunement to be the single most beneficial tool for creating a healthy attachment. Feeling compelled to share insights in developing attunement, I wrote and published a book called, “Learning What Works, Discover Your Baby and Yourself”, to help caregivers attach to their baby during their first year of life. I also maintain a private practice in Huntington Beach, CA using my applied education and experience. http://www.learningwhatworksbook.com/
 

 

Linda Bert, MA, LMFT, CAAP, FL #MT3876 CA#96137

Board Trustee

 

Linda is a CA clinical supervisor, FL qualified supervisor,  nonprofit founder/director with over 14 years of experience, training, and education in the field of psychology.   She received her Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy (COAMFTE) and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT.) She is certified as an Animal Assisted Pyschotherapist and has specialized training encorporating animals as a medium in therapy. She works not only with individuals, but the relationships, families, community, and institutions which affect their lives.   Linda works with all clients across the life span, specializing with adolescents and young adults in attachment and trauma, using psychodynamic and existential therapies. She believes the inclusion of nature and animals as a therapeutic medium has been shown to help with the development of healthy attachment, increased self esteem, lowered stress, and increased motivation.  Please ask Linda more about her work with animals and how your pet can be incorporated into your therapy sessions.