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Are you tired, burnt out, or experiencing the fight or flight rollercoaster? Do you feel the weight of the world or needs of others on your shoulders? Maybe you've used all your super powers to survive, but are not thriving. In my practice, I've seen many many clients that look just like you and many people who don't. From depression, overthinking, perfectionism, negative self talk, unhealthy habits, anxiety, and traumatic events, the answers lie within. You are not broken! You can be free! Let me walk with you as you create a new narrative.

I offer medication management and brief psychotherapy. A synergistic approach to help you achieve your goals. My approach includes actionable and leading-edge techniques for managing crippling anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and trauma responses. I'll help you develop techniques and create a treatment plan based on your unique abilities and preferences.

If you're not sure where to start or want a fresh approach to dealing with life's challenges, let's connect!

Dr. Paul Okoronkwo is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of experience in treating adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, ADHD, insomnia, and mood disorders. He has worked in multiple mental health hospitals and healthcare facilities since 2015. He received his master's and doctoral de­grees from Walden University.

True healing begins by exploring how past experiences continue to impact the way you think, feel, and relate to others. How you show up in the relationships that matter most to you. Grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, and the weight of patterns you've carried for years have a way of becoming the water you swim in — familiar, exhausting, and nearly impossible to see clearly from the inside. You may have tried to push through, stay busy, or simply manage — and found that it only goes so far.

As an LCSW, I work with adults who are ready to understand what they've been carrying, not to relive it endlessly, but to finally set some of it down. My work draws on EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic awareness, because healing isn't only a cognitive process. It lives in the body too. In the tension you hold, the way your breath shifts, the physical echoes of experiences your mind has long tried to move past. When we work at that level, something shifts that talking alone often can't reach.

What makes my approach distinct is the attention I bring to the relationship between your inner world and your outer life. Complex relationship patterns, grief, and the slow erosion of self-confidence are rarely isolated concerns — they're connected, layered, and shaped by everything you've lived through. Together we'll make sense of those connections, understand what your nervous system has been protecting, and build something more sustainable than simply getting through the day.

My approach is relational and collaborative, grounded in genuine respect for your pace, your story, and your autonomy. I bring warmth, honesty, and steady curiosity to every session — and a deep belief that the relationship you develop with yourself is the foundation for everything else. Healing here isn't about performing progress or moving on before you're ready. It's about gradually coming home to yourself.

Hi I'm Christy. I understand finding a therapist who is right for you can be challenging. I've been doing this work for 25 years. I believe people do well when they are able, but life often throws us unexpected challenges or tragedies. I'll provide a safe space for you to begin your journey to healing. With master's degrees in professional counseling and psychology, I have the training and experience to help you understand your experiences.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, and couples navigating life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. I earned my Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and have additional training in EMDR. I offer services in both English and Spanish, creating a space where clients can express themselves comfortably and authentically. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood.

I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with clients across the lifespan. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and complex or treatment-resistant conditions. I have advanced experience with innovative treatments, including Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). My goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care for those who may not have found relief with traditional approaches alone.

Colleen is a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Specializing in supporting adults through a variety of challenges, she has extensive training in areas such as eating disorders, body image, sexual health and wellness, and intimacy. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, Colleen helps clients explore their unique struggles and work toward healthier relationships with themselves and others. Through a safe and non-judgmental space, she strives to empower individuals and couples to create positive change and deeper connection.

Brianna Marshall, LCSW, MBA

Owner & Therapist

Education: University of Southern California

Values: Empathy, Purpose, Care

We all have a Purpose and a story to tell.... I hold strongly that every person has a purpose and a story to tell. Even through lives experiences you still have purpose. There is a reason why you’re here today.

Your experiences in life are unique to you and can be tell some devastating things such as grief and loss, trauma, conflicts etc which has developed into depression, anxiety, low-esteem, amongst other things.

Your story, thus far, is what brought you to Therapy with Purpose. It’s within your story, you can discover your purpose and achieve self fulfillment.

So what’s your story?

I have worked as a clinical therapist with youth, adolescents, and young adults, including those experiencing thoughts of self-harm and suicide. I have also worked extensively with neurodivergent youth and young adults, supporting a range of needs related to identity, emotional regulation, and social connection.