At Inner Journey Therapy, we believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change. Our team of compassionate, experienced therapists offers a wide range of specialties and approaches to support individuals, couples, and families. We invite you to explore our team and find the clinician who feels like the right fit for you.
Cynthia Mohd holds a dual licensure both as a Marriage and Family Therapist (#146032) and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (#10934). Her LMFT Licensure gives her the authority to practice independently in California. Cynthia's professional journey includes significant experience in trauma, anxiety and depression. She tailors therapy to meet individual needs, fostering positive self-perception and interpersonal connections. Cynthia's mission is to provide a secure environment where clients can navigate life's challenges, enhance relationships, and cultivate resilience.
Jessica Pacheco is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She attended California State University, Fullerton obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in human services with a track in Substance Abuse. Jessica later switched her focus to work with High-Risk Adolescents and provided support in school settings. It was through this work that she realized the high need for and importance of mental health support in the community. Jessica wanted to further her education and earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s University.
Tyson Smith is a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment for individuals seeking support with their mental health. His clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based therapeutic methods, thoughtfully tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. With a collaborative and client-centered focus, he works to promote personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional resilience, helping clients navigate life’s challenges and improve overall well-being.
Miriam Guijarro, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Phillips Graduate University. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and consistent therapeutic environment where clients feel comfortable exploring life’s challenges.
Miriam has experience working with a wide range of concerns and holds particular expertise in grief and loss, depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. Her approach is client-centered and goal-oriented, focusing on helping individuals make meaningful progress, one step at a time, toward greater life satisfaction and emotional well-being.
Aisha Stone, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. She brings over two decades of experience in community mental health, driven by a deep commitment to making therapy accessible and inclusive for all individuals and families.
Aisha provides therapy to individuals, adolescents, young adults, and families, offering a warm, non-judgmental environment combined with a structured, evidence-based treatment approach. She draws from a range of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy, tailoring her methods to meet each client’s unique needs.
Rogeline Amo is a seasoned Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience in various social service sectors. She began her career providing hospital advocacy plus police accompaniment for survivors of abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault. This followed with acute trauma care in shelters and crisis call centers. Her expertise includes working with adjustment, anxiety, depression, and transitional stressors. Rogeline holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Francisco State University and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University.
Veronica Gaona, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from California State University, Fresno. She has worked with children, individuals, and families since 2003 and has been practicing as a licensed clinician since 2017. Her career began in community-based non-profit organizations, where she served as an advocate for children, youth, and families. These early experiences, witnessing the resilience and strength of those she served, inspired her transition into clinical social work.
Veronica provides a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported in exploring their concerns. She considers it a privilege to be entrusted with her clients’ stories and is honored to walk alongside them through life’s challenges. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients build upon their existing resources to foster resilience, balance, and emotional well-being.
