Our Team
Christina Robles
Founder (She/Her)
LMFT #132555
As a Mental Health Advocate of Puerto Rican descent, born and raised in the South Bronx, I completed my MA in Community Mental Health from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) in San Francisco, CA. My ideal client is a deeply introspective individual who may identify as highly sensitive, intuitive, or newly aware of these traits after years of feeling misunderstood or stigmatized. They may be navigating the aftermath of trauma, grappling with feelings of inadequacy, or struggling to feel grounded in their sense of self. Their needs include a safe, compassionate space to explore their inner world, reconnect with their body, and process challenging emotions. They seek to better understand their experiences, heal unresolved wounds, and embrace their unique gifts. I specialize in trauma-informed care, attachment-based therapy, and psychedelic integration. Using a bottom-up approach, I help clients understand their nervous system, heal wounds, and embrace their gifts to build resilience and empowerment. You deserve a safe, supportive space to explore your emotions and rediscover your strength. If this resonates, I invite you to reach out—I’m here to walk with you on your journey toward healing and true authencity.
Ayo Odeyemi
Clinical Supervisor (She/Her)
LCSW #105925
As a Licensed Clinical Supervisor, I provide a compassionate and culturally sensitive space for individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. My collaborative, client-centered approach empowers you to achieve your goals and build a fulfilling life. Together, we’ll develop practical strategies for managing symptoms and enhancing relationships. Let's work together to help you thrive and heal.
Gavin Ellis
(He/Him)
Office Manager
I have over 10 years of experience working in the behavioral health field, and as the Office Manager at Intuitive Heart Counseling, I’m passionate about ensuring everything runs smoothly for both clients and our team. My interests lie at the intersection of behavioral health, technology, and men's psychology, and I also have a strong passion for mycology. I enjoy being part of a practice that values holistic approaches to mental wellness and am committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone we serve.
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Kati O'Day
(She/Her)
Administrative Assistant
I grew up in a small town in the Central Valley and have called Sacramento home for over 10 years. I currently serve as an Administrative Assistant, bringing empathy, compassion, and a strong sense of organization to my work. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Sacramento, and I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Art Therapy at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I’m deeply passionate about building community and believe in the power of play—a concept often forgotten in adulthood but vital for well-being. I also advocate for destigmatizing and decolonizing mental health, with a focus on creating spaces that are inclusive and affirming. As someone who is part of the LGBTQ community, I bring a commitment to fostering understanding, acceptance, and connection in all that I do.
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Taylor Zavala
(They/Them)
ASW # 112608
Taylor supports individuals from underserved communities as they navigate systemic oppression, family and social expectations, and the complexities of trauma, identity, depression, and anxiety. They are rooted in anti-oppressive, culturally supportive, and gender affirming therapy. As a queer, neurodivergent, transnational adoptee, Taylor is committed to providing trauma informed, whole person care. They specialize in parts work, narrative dialogue, art healing, and somatic therapy - using techniques like Brainspotting to help clients heal from deep emotional pain and trauma. With expertise in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault and exploitation, childhood abuse, adoption, postpartum, and generational trauma, Taylor creates a nurturing environment for recovery and empowerment. Their approach extends beyond individual healing to explore the effects of familial, collective, and ancestral trauma on relationships and daily life. Their practice reflects a belief in the power of community and the potential of therapy as a path to both personal and collective liberation. Through in-person sessions at their Sacramento office or virtual therapy across California, Taylor provides individual, couple (LGBTQ+ included), and conjoint therapy to help transform trauma, anxiety, and stress into clarity, confidence, and meaningful connections, guiding clients toward authentic relationships with themselves and their communities.
Kayla Cha
(She/Her)
AMFT #156154
Nyob zoo and welcome.
Many of the individuals, couples, and families I work with are navigating the weight of intergenerational trauma, cultural expectations, and relationship patterns that feel overwhelming or hard to name. This can show up as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, conflict in relationships, or challenges in parenting,especially when past experiences or family dynamics continue to shape the present. My work is deeply rooted in supporting clients from Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, as well as People of Color, with an understanding of how culture, identity, migration, family roles, and systemic stressors influence emotional well-being and relationships. I take an integrative, trauma-informed approach, drawing from narrative therapy, strengths-based and holistic practices. I also incorporate somatic methods, including Brainspotting, to help clients process trauma held in the body—particularly when experiences feel difficult to put into words or when stress shows up physically, emotionally, or relationally. I am especially passionate about working with teens, couples, and families from diverse and multicultural backgrounds. In my work with couples and families, I focus on strengthening communication, fostering emotional safety, and supporting healthier ways of relating that honor each person’s voice, cultural context, and lived experience.
Thea Miller
(She/They)
AMFT #160377
Welcome! If you’re looking for more balance, meaning, or simply a safe space to work through life’s challenges, I’m here to support you. I enjoy working with people who are motivated and goal-oriented, as well as those who may have spent much of their lives feeling misunderstood. My approach is flexible and down-to-earth, drawing from psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, somatic practices, and solution-focused techniques. I believe in meeting you where you are with compassion, using trauma-informed, strength-based, and holistic tools to help you reconnect with your resilience. I often weave in mindfulness and self-compassion practices, inspired by Buddhist psychology, to help create more ease and presence. I enjoy helping clients get more in touch with their nervous systems in a way that is both easy to understand and easy to integrate in daily life. I specialize in supporting children, families, couples, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, and I affirm and celebrate LGBTQIA2+ and neurodivergent identities. Every person’s story is unique, and I honor the experiences that have shaped you. Above all, I strive to create a calm, supportive space where you feel seen and empowered on your healing journey.
Dorena Vargas
(She/Her/Ella)
AMFT #159712
Born and raised in Colombia, Dorena is a proud bilingual Latina and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with over ten years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across school settings, tribal health, and integrated community clinics. She brings a culturally affirming, warm, and grounded approach to therapy, creating a space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood in both English and Spanish. Dorena works with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, neurodivergence, identity development, and relationship or family challenges. Her approach is compassionate and collaborative, integrating evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT skills, trauma-informed care, and strength-based interventions to help clients build emotional regulation, confidence, communication skills, and resilience in everyday life. She has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, including autistic individuals and those with developmental differences. Through her training in the LEND program at the UC Davis MIND Institute, Dorena has co-led parent support groups and groups for neurodiverse adults focused on executive functioning, coping skills, social connection, and building independence in work, education, and community settings. She also provides an inclusive and affirming space for individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Dorena believes therapy should feel authentic, empowering, and tailored to each individual’s unique experiences and strengths. Her goal is to help clients better understand themselves, feel more connected in their relationships, and develop practical tools to navigate life with greater confidence and self-compassion. She offers both in-person and telehealth services and is currently pursuing LMFT licensure while continuing advanced clinical training, including TF-CBT certification.
