Are you ready to take the next step?

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You have come to the right place.

Whether you’re feeling uncertain, hopeful, nervous, or all of the above, we want you to know that you are in the right place.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming β€” and if you’ve made it here, it probably means you have already done a lot of work just to get to this point.

Meet The Team

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    Mary Kate Roohan, Psy.D.

    Dr. Mary Kate Roohan (she/her) is a licensed psychologist, drama therapist, and the founder of Thrive and Feel. She is passionate about providing spaces that allow folks to bring in their fullest, wildest, most authentic selves.

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    Lisa SaviΓ±on, M.Ed.

    Lisa (she/her) is a Registered Psychological Associate and EMDR Consultant at Thrive and Feel. She is passionate about trauma healing and weaves EMDR with somatic and polyvagal approaches to create a safe, affirming space for neurodivergent clients and complex trauma survivors.

  • Winnie Cadiz, M.A.

    Winnie (she/her) is a Registered Psychological Associate and doctoral candidate at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. Whether you're navigating life's challenges or personal growth, she's passionate about making therapy inclusive and empowering for everyone.

  • Dr. Viviana Yazigi, Psy.D.

    Dr. Viviana Yazigi, M.A., is a Registered Psychological Associate who offers bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy and psychological assessments for adults and teenages. She provides a warm, affirming, and evidence-based approach to therapy and evaluations.

How to get started with therapy or assessment

Step 1

Schedule a time for a free 15-minute consultation (over the phone or video chat).

Step 2

During the consultation, we will learn more about you and determine the best therapist or assessor based on your needs.

Step 3

At the end of the consultation, you can ask any questions you have and can schedule your first therapy or assessment session.

Questions? Send us a message and we will get back to you in 48 hours.

FAQ

 
 

Still have questions?

We have more information on our FAQ page. We may have the answer to your question listed.

You will also have the option to ask the therapist whatever questions you have during your free consultation.