Our Team
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Amy Toig (she/her)
AMFT #14741
I believe in the inherent healing potential within each individual. My practice is centered on fostering meaningful connections with clients and cultivating a safe environment where they can feel deeply understood.
As an integrative therapist, I combine somatic therapy and mindfulness to meet each client where they are in their journey. My goal is to support clients in navigating life's complexities with resilience and authenticity, empowering them to achieve greater peace and well-being.
Supervised by Ellen Ottman, LMFT 124702
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Bayley Azevedo (She/Her)
AMFT #140730
Therapy can mean different things to different people, and my goal is to help you discover what therapy means for you and what it can do. My psychodynamic, relational, and trauma-informed approach is rooted in compassion, understanding, presence, and reflection. I’m here to support you in reaching your goals and exploring what brought you to therapy.
Healing and growth can be challenging, but they are possible with the right support and collaboration. I’m here to help guide you toward the life you want, providing compassionate care every step of the way.
I offer both Individual and relationship therapy.
Supervised by Ellen Ottman, LMFT 124702
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Michael Boykin (He/Him)
AMFT #143478, APCC #15407
Turning to therapy is an act of self-empowerment. And, more often than not, I find that we already have the answers we’re seeking within us. My role as a therapist is to join you in making sense of what has brought you to this moment to inform how you move forward.
My approach is psychodynamic and highly relational, blending humor, warmth, and directness. I empower people through collaborative, culturally-sensitive therapy to foster self-awareness, growth, and healing.Supervised by Ellen Ottman, LMFT 124702
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Kara Sunwell (she/her)
AMFT #149166
I approach therapy with a creative and open-minded perspective. My practice is shaped by a commitment to exploring unique and unconventional paths, guided by your individual needs and experiences. I am trauma-informed with a systemic and multicultural perspective. In our sessions, I serve as a guide, supporting you as you navigate the journey of self-realization and healing. I create a warm and supportive space where we can safely tackle challenging topics and inspire personal growth.
I blend Humanistic, Existential, Depth, Ecotherapy, Art, and Hakomi (Mindfulness and Somatics) modalities to address core issues, while also integrating practical solution-focused and CBT techniques to keep us focused and grounded. My passion extends beyond individual therapy to include community mental health, as I believe that healing is most profound when experienced collectively.
This work feels like my life’s calling, embodying the Japanese concept of ‘Ikigai’—where passion, purpose, and proficiency intersect. My personal experiences with anxiety, burnout (work and creative), divorce, and other various life challenges enable me to empathize deeply with your struggles.
I warmly welcome all individuals, those with diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQIA, POC, neurodivergent, and anyone who feels ‘different.’ I look forward to partnering with you on your journey towards healing and growth.Supervised by Ellen Ottman, LMFT 124702
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Annie Patyk (she/her)
AMFT #148824
My approach to therapy is non-pathologizing. I believe our experiences and the environment we grow up in shape how we feel and respond to the world. I believe your symptoms are purposeful, and that you do everything you do for a good reason.
When we work together, we will work to identify the filters through which you view yourself and the world around you, understand and appreciate why they developed, and move toward seeing things clearly for what they are. By understanding what’s beneath the surface, you can begin to relate to your emotions in a different way, and start to make conscious choices aligned with your values.
I will act as a guide, but I believe you already have everything you need to heal and experience life fully. To support you through this process, I primarily use relational and psychodynamic approaches. I also integrate techniques from Internal Family Systems and Somatic Therapy.
East coast-born and California-based, my style is no BS with plenty of humor, yet grounded in compassion, non-judgement, and kind curiosity.
Supervised by Ellen Ottman, LMFT 124702
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Jen Ottman (she/her)
AMFT #153153
My therapeutic approach is insight-driven and asset-based, grounded in psychodynamic principles. My goal is to help you tap into the strengths and resources you already bring to the table, while also exploring how they developed and how to break free from behaviors that no longer serve you. Working from a relational and attachment-oriented perspective, I see the connection we build in therapy as a space to practice vulnerability, set boundaries, and get your needs met in ways that translate into real life.
It can become second-nature to move through life without recognizing the patterns or blocks that hold you back. Our work together offers a space to step away from the pressure to navigate it all on your own.
I know how firsthand isolating it can be to appear resilient while struggling internally. My own experiences navigating high-pressure careers, challenging family dynamics, and personal growth have shown me the power of self-reflection, connection, and support. I became a therapist to offer others what I’ve found invaluable - a space to pause, explore, and create a different way of living. Whether you're facing anxiety, career pressures, or redefining your role in relationships, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Supervised by Joni Lavick, LMFT 31244