Counselors

“Counseling at Sentio can make a quick impact on your life and inspire a lot of self-realization... Even if you are in a healthy mental place, counseling can be incredibly beneficial.” - P.A.

Sheri Sterup is pursuing her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University. Her clinical interests include supporting individuals, couples, and families through life changes, relationship issues, and adverse childhood experiences. Sheri has experience supporting individuals with disordered eating and trauma, as well as supporting parents with parenting skills, anxiety, and social pressures.  She is an ally of the LGBTQ+ community. 

Sheri Sterup is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Washington. She is supervised by Ariana Lloyd LW60908173.

Sheri Sterup

Sveta Rao

Sveta Rao graduated from UC Davis with a BA in Psychology. With a passion for social justice, she originally pursued a career in law, working as a case manager for seven years before pursuing her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Southern California. She works with cultural humility and is drawn to depth work, a strengths-based approach, and person-centered, Afri-centered and Black feminist, and existential orientations.

Sveta Rao is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Cristina Biasetto, LCSW #81733.

Teri Moss

Teri Moss lives in Rossmoor and attends Touro University. She has extensive experience in the education field, including serving as a member of Individualized Education Program teams and reading clinical educational evaluations. Teri also works as the principal of St. Thomas More School in Alhambra, California.

Teri Moss is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Abigail Torcedo, LMFT #121312.

Alejandro Martínez

Alejandro Martínez lives in Orange County and is a Counseling Psychology student at California State University, Long Beach. Alejandro is a Latino male who has supported individuals and families with trauma, spirituality, life transitions, addiction, and more. He strives to create a safe space where people can feel comfortable being themselves. He enjoys exercising, trying new food, video games, and board games. Alejandro can provide therapy in English and Spanish.

Alejandro Martínez is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. He is supervised by Dr. Naomi Tabak, Licensed Clinical Psychologist #26153.

Allison Ussery

Allison Ussery lives in Los Angeles and attends the University of La Verne. They have a background in social psychology, including research topics such as “Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluation” and “Meditation and the Effects of Suspense.” Allison is proud to be part of a person’s journey no matter where they are starting or where they came from.

Allison Ussery is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. They are supervised by Angela Jensen-Ramirez, LCSW #66376.

Bill Roozeboom

Dr. Bill Roozeboom teaches at Loyola Marymount University, Boston College, and Fuller Theological Seminary. He has prior clinical experience as a pastoral counselor and neurotherapy practitioner, working with clients on issues of stress and anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, spiritual crises, and relational issues in both premarital and marital therapy. He currently attends Touro University and holds a Ph.D. in Pastoral Theology and Pastoral Care and Counseling. Bill considers himself an ally to the LGBTQ+ community and his research explores the intersections of neuroscience and religion, the neuroscience of implicit bias, racial justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and practices of self-care.

Bill Roozeboom is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. He is supervised by James Bachman, LCSW #23644.

David Montgomery

David Montgomery has experience working with diverse clients at the By the Bay Health Bereavement Department, the Peggy Smith Counseling Clinic, and West Contra Costa County Child and Adolescent Services. David received his Master's in Counseling from San Francisco State University in 2017. He has been a trainer for five year-long Nonviolent Communication programs, including two at San Quentin State Prison. David provides counseling in Spanish and English.

David Montgomery is a Registered Associate MFT (#108403) at Sentio Counseling Center. He is supervised by Dr. Sheila Addison, LMFT #49616.

Jen Mirmira

Jen Mirmira lives in San Diego and attends Touro University. She has experience as a domestic violence advocate providing direct client services to vulnerable populations who have experienced trauma, housing insecurity, and immigration issues. Jen is racial justice, LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, and sex-positive/kink allied.

Jen Mirmira is a Registered Associate MFT (#144523) at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Layla Davis, LCSW #2260

Jomil Conste

Jomil Conste lives in Los Angeles and attends Pepperdine University. Her clinical interests include couples therapy and supporting immigrant adults who may have immigration/migration trauma, and she has previous experience as a registered behavior technician. Jomil provides counseling services in English and Tagalog.

Jomil Conste is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Angela Jensen-Ramirez, LCSW #66376.

Jonney Ramos

Jonney Ramos lives in San Diego and attends Palo Alto University. He is a member of the American Counseling Association and works with addiction, life transitions, personality disorders, spirituality, trauma, and other concerns. He strives to create a space that is inviting, supportive, and curious. He is an LGBTQ+ ally and welcomes all walks of life. In his free time, Jonney enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and listening to science podcasts. He provides counseling services in English and Portuguese. 

Jonney Ramos is a Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. He is supervised by Jason Brand, LCSW #24847.

Loveleen Sohal

Loveleen Sohal lives in Carlsbad and attends The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and has past experience as a Family Liason at Camp Pendleton, CA. Loveleen’s specialties include working with active-duty, veterans, military trauma, and immigrants, and she provides counseling services in English and Panjabi.

Loveleen Sohal is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by James Bachman, LCSW #23644.

Mia Falco

Mia Falco lives in Santa Cruz and attends Palo Alto University. She has a background in health with experience in chronic illness and injury management, end-of-life care, grief, and loss. Mia is a member of the Association of Counseling Sexology and Sexual Wellness (ACSSW) and is a passionate ally of the LGBTQ+ community. She enjoys yoga, outdoor adventures, and walking on the beach with her dog.

Mia Falco is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by MacKenzie Stuart, LMFT #83491.

Mikaela Abundez

Mikaela Abundez lives in Los Angeles and is a graduate of Touro University. She has training in experiential, humanistic and emotion-focused therapies. She specializes in working with depression, disordered eating, body image issues, adverse childhood experiences and relationship issues. In her free time she enjoys taking care of her many plants, traveling, and spending time outdoors. 

Mikaela Abundez is a Registered Associate MFT (#144302) at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Julia Tisdale, LMFT #109508.

Molly Roklen

As a student studying Marriage and Family Therapy, Molly takes healing to be a multifaceted, non-linear process. Healing takes vulnerability and a desire for change. Her intention is to provide the space for clients to explore and journey within. When she is not in a therapy setting, you can find her enjoying time with friends, working on her podcast “I’m Glad You’re Here”, or attending a sound bath. 

Molly Roklen is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Washington. She is supervised by Ariana Lloyd LW60908173.

Nawal Rashid

Nawal Rashid lives in Los Angeles and attends Pepperdine University. She was born and raised in the US Virgin Islands and grew up in a household that integrated Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Caribbean cultures. Nawal has interned as a counselor in Palestine, gaining experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She can provide counseling services in English and Arabic.

Nawal Rashid is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Cristina Biasetto, LCSW #81733.

Olivia Lesley

Olivia Lesley lives in Los Angeles and attends the University of Southern California. She is a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and volunteers at Peace Over Violence as a domestic violence and sexual assault trauma counselor. Olivia has a passion for working in a culturally responsive way with those who have sexual, intimacy, and relationship concerns.

Olivia Lesley is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Sarah Ackerman, LMFT #28883.

Parnika Bajaj

Parnika Bajaj lives in San Francisco and attends Golden Gate University. Her previous clinical experience includes providing mental health support related to the impact of COVID-19, conducting psychological assessments for ADHD, and group therapy. Parnika has additional research experience on the effects of knowledge of mental health on mental well-being. She provides counseling services in English and Hindi.

Parnika Bajaj is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Dr. Naomi Tabak, Licensed Clinical Psychologist #26153.

Peter Awad

Peter Awad lives in Los Angeles and attends California State University, Long Beach. He is Egyptian-American and has extensive research experience working with veterans, first responders, and individuals at risk of suicide. Peter is passionate about meditation, mindfulness, and psychedelic integrative therapy, and he also works as a psychometrist at the Center for PCS and PTSD Treatment.

Peter Awad is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. He is supervised by Sarah Ackerman, LMFT #28883.

Sasha Schultz

Sasha Schultz lives in San Diego and attends Palo Alto University. She has previous experience as a Behavioral Technician working with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum as well as facilitating psychoeducational groups for domestic violence offenders. Sasha is a volunteer with ElderHelp and is a passionate advocate for older adults. 

Sasha Schultz is a Registered Associate MFT (#145454) at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Jason Brand, LCSW #24847.

Sheena Dhillon

Sheena Dhillon is a South Asian psychotherapist from Sacramento. She is the reigning president of the GGU Psychology Club and recently has been awarded the Phansteil Fellowship. Sheena comes to you as a first-generation American, a woman of color, and the founder of the popular Instagram account The Brown Girl Therapist, where she strives to educate, empower, and support the mental wellness of “Brown Girls” worldwide.

Sheena Dhillon is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee at Sentio Counseling Center. She is supervised by Rocky Allemandi, LMFT #52549.