My name is Sheena M. Turner-August, Ph.D. and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Southern California and completed a terminal Master of Arts from Pepperdine University in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I earned my Ph.D. from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University (APA Accredited) in the field of Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in the area of Multicultural Community Psychology.  I am currently a Co-Executive Director of A to Z Psychotherapy, Owner of Candor Psychotherapy, and a Full-Time Professor at Las Positas College in the Psychology Department.  

My name is Jessica King, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. I am currently a Behavioral Health Services Supervisor for the County of Riverside and a Clinical Supervisor with A to Z Psychotherapy. I have experience working with children and adults helping them process a multitude of life's stressors such as trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship stress, and parenting challenges. 

I believe the supervisory relationship should be one of trust, respect and transparency from both supervisor and supervisee. Supervision is an ongoing and evolving process to enhance one's clinical knowledge and interactions with those whom we embark upon the therapeutic journey together.

My name is Yolanda Bolden and I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist (AMFT). I graduated from Holy Names University where I earned my Bachelor’s and Master's Degree in Psychology.  In addition to working at A to Z Psychotherapy, I am also a Behavioral Health Clinician with Alameda County Health Care Services.  

I have over 25 years of experience working with children, young women and young adults in the Christian Community as a bible study teacher, and group facilitator. Over the last 10 years, I have worked with survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and the reentry population. I have experience working as a therapist in jail settings, middle and high school settings and community-based programs. My experience includes working with anxiety, trauma, grief and depression. My approach to change is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and I believe that creating a narrative with clients is important.  At the crux of my work I believe that “Changing the way we think, changes our behavior.”

“Mental health…is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going"          

     -Noam Shpancer.  

I am honored that you chose me to be part of your journey.  I am an associate clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with children and their families in various social service and clinical settings.  I have experience working with children and adults in various areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral disorders, stress, relationships, and self esteem issues.  I am well rounded, compassionate, empathetic, and passionate about helping others. I especially enjoy helping others in reaching their goals.

I understand that in order for us to be mentally healthy, we must keep an open mind and be willing to do the work, the road may not be easy but it will lead us to a healthier, better version of ourselves.

Make your mental health your priority.

My name is Natasha Kennard and I am an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT) and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). With a master's degree in clinical psychology, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate mental health support. I believe in a client centered approach, tailoring techniques to help you achieve your unique needs & goals through self-discovery & personal growth. I work with individuals, students, professionals, couples, & families at all ages and stages. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, & relationship counseling. 

I am passionate about helping clients build resilience, improve their emotional well-being, & enhance their relationships. Through evidence based practices, we will collaboratively explore the challenges you are facing & develop practical strategies to overcome them. My aim is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share, heal, & transform. 

Choosing a therapist is a significant decision & I am here to support you every step of the way. If you are ready to embark on a path of self-discovery, healing, and growth, I invite you to reach out so that I can be a partner in your journey towards change. Contact me today to book your first session.

“Forgiveness is giving up the hope that the past could have been any different, it’s accepting the past for what it was, and using this moment and this time to help yourself move forward.”- Oprah Winfrey

My name is Jaime Gano, and I am an Associate Social Worker. I graduated from Cal State East Bay with a Bachelors in Health Sciences, Community Health, where I learned about health disparities and how they affect our most vulnerable communities. Then, during the pandemic, I received my Masters in Social Work from Arizona State University while working for a local county public health department providing COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigating work. This opportunity allowed me to hear first hand, our community’s many struggles with a pandemic and the lasting effects it would have on so many lives. 

In addition to my public health experience, I have acute care hospital experience as a Medical Social Worker. Though most of my experience has been with youth and families, both in educational settings and within the child welfare system. I have spent the last eight years working with adolescents and transitional age youth (TAY) at high schools and at the college level, both at a local community college and two California State Universities. In these settings, I was able to provide students with individual therapy, life skills and guidance counseling, health education, which included behavioral health workshops and events, and referral for those needing additional support for more in-depth assistance from various county health care and behavioral health systems.

Working with young people is a privilege, because they are allowing you into their very private world. This requires the clinician to build trust by being authentic, developing a good rapport, and by creating a safe space that allows them to be the expert in their lived-experience through a narrative approach while taking into consideration the person-in-environment perspective. This permits me to come from a strengths-based perspective, using mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy with a solution-focused technique that will help them build self-confidence well beyond our sessions together. These modalities also complement anyone at any age who is dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and interpersonal conflict. I will work with you to develop a treatment goal that will empower you to reach your goals of overall well-being in many areas of your life. Working through our past can be challenging but not impossible, painful yet healing, difficult but rewarding. Navigating these feelings is the single most important gift you can give yourself, and living your best life is my hope for you.

Hello, my name is Korynn Pope, and I am a trainee currently in my first year of graduate school at Notre Dame de Namur University, pursuing my degree to become a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As an African American woman deeply passionate about mental health, I believe that seeking therapy is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. It takes courage to begin this journey, and I am honored to support you as you take this step toward healing and growth.

The roles I have been in have shaped my understanding of the importance of connection, compassion, and creating spaces where individuals feel valued and supported. As I work toward completing my degree and gaining experience with clients, I am exploring various therapeutic techniques and specializations to better understand how I can best serve those who seek my
help.

I strive to provide a warm, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment where clients can feel safe to share their experiences and work toward their goals. I am passionate about helping others uncover what’s on the other side of their thoughts—the growth, clarity, and strength that emerge when we take the time to explore and understand our inner world.

Therapy is a collaborative journey, and I am dedicated to helping you discover your strengths and create meaningful change. I look forward to the opportunity to support you on your path to mental wellness.