About

Tala is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, certified Pilates instructor, and devoted mother of two. Since 2008, she has supported pre-teens, teens, and young adults through life’s most pivotal transitions, with a focus on anxiety, depression, identity, and family dynamics. Drawing from a foundation in Psychology from the University of San Diego and a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, her work blends clinical expertise with holistic, strength-based care.

Integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness and a client-centered approach, she creates a grounded, compassionate space where individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered. Her practice offers practical tools for navigating relationships, building self-esteem, parenting through challenge, and coping with the lasting impact of modern stressors like social media and the pandemic.

Guided by a deep belief in the mind-body connection, Tala brings warmth, presence, and intuitive understanding to each session—helping clients not just heal, but grow into greater peace, clarity, and resilience.

Approaches

Tala's unique approach is rooted in the following theories, systems, & practices:

Client-centered therapy, strength-based approach, holistic perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness counseling, warm empathetic counseling style, mind-body integration, family systems awareness, support for modern challenges (social media, pandemic, parenting, divorce).

Specialties

Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Anger Management, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Child Counseling, Coping Skills, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Grief Counseling, Women's Issues Counseling, Life Coaching, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Issues, Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Issues, Parenting Guidance, Peer Relationships, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support, Relationship Issues, School-Related Issues, Self Esteem Building, Stress Management, Substance Use Counseling.