Julie Choe, LMFT Therapist “The best part about my job is making a deep connection with people that I would have never gotten to know otherwise. Hearing other people’s stories gives me a sense of hope for a better future, reminding me that we are all humans after all who need help and may need …
Annette Garcia, LMFT Therapist “I chose this profession because I desired to help people sort out what they needed in order to acquire a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life that aligns with their authentic selves. The best part of my job is when I witness the fruit of a patient’s labors and see a shift …
Christine Kim, PMHNP-BC Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner “I love seeing my patients improve their quality of life, find true joy, and reach their potential. It’s such a tremendous privilege to be able to listen to and simply be there for them, especially when they are experiencing the darkest moments of their lives.” Ms. Kim Christine Kim, …
Andrew Lampley, MD Adult Psychiatrist “From a young age, I personally observed the implications that mental illness can have not only on the individual, but also on their loved ones. This led me to pursue a career in psychiatry where I specialize in understanding the brain, what can go wrong, and what interventions can be …
Eunice Lee, PMHNP-BC Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner “There was a time in my life when I went through a very difficult experience, and I was able to find the help and support that I needed from a mental healthcare provider. This made me want to help others dealing with their own challenges. The best part of …
Alissa Lukas, PsyD Psychologist “I have always been interested in how our experiences and relationships shape our view of ourselves, others and the world. When I was a young adult, my baby cousin was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, which ignited my passion for mental health. I saw the way his teachers and aids worked …
Keeban Nam, MD Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist “I chose a career in psychiatry and mental health because of its approach toward narrative healing; it comes with an understanding and appreciation for the complexity of life and suffering that go beyond medical diagnoses and treatment protocols. Each patient coming into my office brings a different …
Esther Park, DO Child, Adolescent, & Adult Psychiatrist “During my education, I first learned about the great, unmet need in the field of psychiatry, particularly child psychiatry, and this piqued my interest. Throughout the course of my career, I’ve found that a person’s well-being depends on a holistic approach to healing – addressing biological, psychological, …
Mijin Park, PsyD Psychologist “When I did some volunteer work with youth, and I was surprised by how many barriers to their growth were caused by intergenerational conflicts between them and their parents. These experiences led me to pursue a graduate program that researched these issues. I eventually became a psychologist in order to help …
Tracy Peralta, PMHNP-BC Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner “My goal is to be a trusted psychiatric nurse practitioner in the local and geriatric communities. The best part of my job is getting to know my patients and not just their illness.” Mrs. Peralta Tracy Peralta, PMHNP-BC Patient Ages: 18 – 90Location: Laguna HillsLanguages: English, Mandarin Bio Tracy …
