San Jose & Los Gatos, CA

Hello, my name is Laura and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my Masters in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. I am passionate about working with adolescents to help them navigate the ever changing world around them. In my work, I seek to cultivate space for those I work with…

As a Behavioral Technician, my primary goal is to continuously enhance my knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) by mastering its core principles. I am committed to ongoing learning and actively seek collaboration with colleagues to broaden my perspectives and improve my effectiveness in delivering evidence-based interventions.

Hi there! My name is Raheleh (aka “Rachel”) Shams and I’m an Associate Marriage & FamilyTherapist here at Nugent Family Counseling Center. I provide school-based individual and grouptherapy to students struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, anger management,grief and loss, social anxiety, low distress tolerance (difficulty regulating emotions), maladaptive copingskills (e.g., substance abuse), family…

Alex graduated from the University of California, Davis, in 2023 with a B.S. in Human Development and is currently pursuing education to become an MRI Technologist. As a Neurofeedback technician, he helps individuals optimize brain function and emotional balance through personalized sessions. Outside of work, Alex enjoys spending time with loved ones, gaming, cooking, hitting…

Hi, I’m Sydney Geredes, an associate school-based social worker dedicated to supporting children, teens, and their families. My passion lies in providing therapeutic services that foster emotional well-being and resilience in an increasingly challenging and overwhelming world. I strive to create safe and nurturing spaces where young people can thrive. Together, we can navigate the…

Hi! My name is Jastine Bugayong. I am a professional with a background in research, curriculum planning & classroom management, physical therapy, and behavior therapy. I earned a B.S. Kinesiology degree with emphasis in Therapeutic Studies. Throughout my studies, I grew a passion for motivating, teaching, and guiding people on how to function independently. Those…