VANESSA AREIZA KING, MFT  

Lic. No. LMFT98711

I was born in the beautiful city of Medellin, Colombia. I had the privilege of being able to grow up in a multicultural environment spending significant time in my youth in the United States, as well as Colombia and Ecuador. I received Bachelor of Arts with a major in psychology from Simpson University in Redding, California. I also received my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Simpson University in 2013. ­­­­I completed an internship through Tehama County Head Start from 2012 to 2013 providing bilingual outpatient psychotherapy to families, individuals, and couples. I worked treating the Medi-Cal youth population in Redding, CA through Northern Valley Catholic Social Services in 2014. I then had the privilege of working in private practice under the supervision of Brandy Liebscher, Psy.D. in Woodland, CA from 2015-2017. I became fully licensed and have been working in my own private practice since March of 2017.

I provide outpatient psychotherapy services to families and individuals. My goals is to create a safe and collaborative environment within my office to assist you in identifying the emotional, psychological, and relational obstacles blocking you from reaching your full potential in your family and community. I believe my job as your therapist is to educate, explore insights, facilitate new experiences, identify new thought patterns, encourage new behaviors, and challenge you to take risks for greater levels of connection and authenticity.

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Anna Christie, AMFT

MASTERS IN ART THERAPY & HEALTH EDUCATOR

Lic. No. AMFT 136042 (Supervised by Vanessa Areiza King, MFT Lic#98711)

*Serving with creativity, compassion, and care*Welcome! I’m Anna Christie (she/her), a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and art therapist with a holistic, client-centered approach. I believe healing happens through connection, creativity, and honoring each person’s unique story.

My background blends clinical training with over a decade of experience in health education and community wellness. At UCSF School of Medicine, I developed programs for youth and families and taught about pregnancy and birth, guiding families through meaningful life transitions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I worked with Navajo Nation to offer wellness programming.

As a therapist, I offer both talk therapy and art therapy, depending on your preferences and goals. No artistic experience is ever required—what matters most is creating a space that feels safe and meaningful to you.

I’ve provided therapy in diverse settings, including bedside support in the pediatric ICU and bone marrow transplant units at Benioff Children’s Hospital, community family clinics, and high school special education programs. Across all of these roles, my focus has been on helping people feel seen, supported, and empowered.

My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in several approaches, including psychodynamic, somatic, narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and client-centered therapy. I tailor each session to your unique needs and pace, creating a space where healing and growth can unfold organically.

I specialize in working with:

– ADHD (across the lifespan, with a special focus on teens and young adults)
– Sexuality, sexual identity, and LGBTQ+ experiences
– Chronic illness, disability, and medical trauma
– Grief, loss, and life transitions
– Pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and IVF

– Anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges

I bring a balance of warmth, playfulness, and depth into the therapy room. Whether you’re seeking support through a specific difficulty or simply longing to reconnect with yourself, I’d be honored to meet you where you are.

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Harsimran Chase, AMFT

Lic. No. AMFT 140752 (Supervised by Vanessa Areiza King, MFT Lic#98711)

Are you looking to begin or continue on the path of healing, growth, and hope? My name is Simran and I am an associate marriage family therapist. I received my Master’s of Science in Counseling Psychology at California State University, Bakersfield in 2023. I have worked with clients ranging from children to adults, individuals, couples, and groups. I have had the honor to work with individuals of various backgrounds from locally to across the world and have an appreciation of different cultures and customs. I have helped clients with concerns related to anxiety, depression, grief, sexual abuse, and interpersonal conflicts. I have a passion for learning about mental wellbeing and cultivating healthy relationships.

I believe it is a privilege to walk with others on their journey of freedom and healing. We each have a story that is deserving to be heard. Therapy can be that space to put words to our experiences and allow us to use our voices. Therapy can also be an intimidating or unfamiliar place. That is why I value to create a safe, warm, and genuine environment for my clients to explore the areas in their lives that may be difficult to talk about. Perhaps, you are longing to break free from past hurts and ready to take that next step of healing. I am here to help.

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Melissa Sanchez, AMFT

Lic. No. AMFT 154011 (Supervised by Vanessa Areiza King, MFT Lic#98711)

Hi my name is Melissa Sanchez and I am a Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and a certified alcohol and drug counselor with CCAPP. I am a compassionate advocate for mental health and healing and love working with individuals who come from all socio-economic backgrounds, ethnicities, sexual orientations, military, criminal justice, and foster care.

My focus is fostering mental health wellbeing, and equipping individuals with valuble coping skills emphasing healing as a transformative and empowering journey. My approach is caring, and empathetic; striving to providing a safe place for my clients to help them though their mental health challenges .

I have earned my bachelor’s in Sociology from Fresno State, and have earned my masters in Clinical Psychology emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.

I am currently providing therapy via telehealth and would love for us to work together in the comfort of your home (telehealth) and work on being the best version of yourself. You deserve that.

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Jennifer Diehl, LCSW

Lic. No. LCSW63939

My name is Jennifer Diehl, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in social work from George Fox University in 2010. I went on to earn my master’s degree in social work with a clinical focus from California State University, Chico in 2011. I have since worked in many facets of social work and therapy and truly enjoy getting to know people from all different walks of life. I enjoy creating a space where all are welcomed, valued, and feel safe to grow.

I have worked with children, families, and adults in a variety of capacities. I have worked with children specifically focusing on behavior modification, feeling identification, and coping skills. At the same time, I have also helped parents develop new parenting strategies that support the child’s growth and development. I have spent time working with individuals to embrace the power of mindfulness and personal growth through setting
goals and working through trauma. I have worked with many children and families in foster care as well as children and families in the process of adoption. I understand the intricacies and the depth that is found in the foster care/adoptions world. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience, and I desire to create a safe place for everyone. I am looking forward to helping each person feel confident in who they are and what they are
uniquely created to do. I truly look forward to meeting you!