Galina Litvin is the Co-Founder and COO (Clinical Operating Officer) for Institute of Mindful Therapy. She holds an MA and is Licensed in marriage and family counseling. Galina is passionate about providing mental health support to everyone in the community and wants to help people along their journey in life. Galina brings with her years […]

Eric Sherlock, MFT Trainee, MDiv Eric is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, supervised by Galina Litvin. He is currently enrolled in a Master of Arts in Counseling program at Palo Alto University, working to become a licensed marriage and family therapist. He also holds a Master of Divinity from Boston University. Eric has over […]

Welcome to the Institute of Mindful Therapy! Edlynn (she/her/hers) earned her MA in Counseling from Saint Mary's College of California and is a registered associate marriage and family therapist and associate professional clinical counselor. With warmth and enthusiasm, Edlynn works with individuals of all ages and stages of life, from high school to hospice. Whether addressing issues of self-worth, relationship challenges, breaking generational cycles, or healing from trauma, Edlynn empowers clients to break free from the anchors that confine them to their past. She works at a pace that aligns with your comfort level, helping you achieve your goals with hope, patience, and compassion. Together, you will gain insights into your emotions and behaviors, develop effective coping strategies, and continue your search for joy and contentment as you move forward with more confidence, self-awareness, and resilience for navigating life’s transitions. When she’s not in the office, you can find Edlynn hiking with her trusty (and goofy) golden retriever sidekick, dreaming of her next international adventure, and sampling her way through the culinary delights of the Bay Area. Registered Associate Marriage Family Therapist: 128284 Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor: 10367 Supervised by Galina Litvin LMFT #111344

Monica uses she/her pronouns and welcomes her clients to share their preferred pronouns. Monica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting her clients throughout the ups and downs of life. Monica earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology, from the University of California, Davis and her Master […]

Maureen Cummings has 20-plus years of experience working in the mental health field, providing therapy services in nonprofit agencies and in her own private practice. Maureen currently supervises Marriage and Family Therapist Associates working toward licensure.  As a person-centered therapist, Maureen is committed to helping clients explore and embrace their own inner strengths, creating an […]

Karina earned her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide and is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. She brings a warm, down-to-earth approach to therapy, and is dedicated to helping her clients not only overcome their difficulties but also gain a deeper understanding of their own values, strengths, and goals. […]

Do you feel lost, anxious, overcome with depressive feelings, or stuck? Do you find it challenging to cope with life stressors? Are your relationships are struggling? Do you find it hard to get through your day-to-day lately? Do you see yourself using unhealthy coping mechanisms to get by? Often when we are dealing with any […]

Windy is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with an MA in Clinical Counseling. She has worked with multiple populations in the community mental health setting providing treatment through individual, group and family sessions. Windy provides care through mindfulness, narrative, humanistic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Windy works with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, pain, relationship issues, addiction, and trauma to name a few. Her approach varies and she will use evidence-based practices to help the person achieve peace. Her story is one of unconditional compassion to all and her goal is to create a safe environment where one feels supported and heard without judgement. Together in treatment her goal is to work with you to find your strengths that you already possess and use them to overcome the struggles you are dealing with regularly. Windy graduated from Aliant University with her MA in counseling but also holds an MBA and two additional BA’s working in Behavioral Health for Contra Costa County helping mental health programs sustain to provide services to much needed populations. She has been in the mental health field in different capacities for the last 25 years and has worked in hospitals, clinics, and residential centers for various levels of treatment. She is well versed in meditation, breathing techniques, and is a multi-marathon runner, and weightlifter who believes that these practices can be beneficial to not only healing but maintaining the body’s natural coping techniques that it retains within. Finally, Windy plays the piano and was classically trained at young age and practices this as her own way to stay present and grounded.

Jessica Pfisterer is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at IMT working with individuals and couples.  She specializes in working with clients with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma histories, relationship issues, and her fellow members of the LGBTQ+ community.  She is committed to working collaboratively with her clients to cultivate healing, resilience, and improved relationships. […]

Hi there! My name is Stephanie Arcayena (she/her/they). I am a second generation, millennial, Bay Area born and raised Filipino-American. I currently occupy native Bay Miwok & Yokut lands, which is also modernly known as Contra Costa County, CA. My migration story stems from the courage & sacrifice of my parents and ancestors from the […]

Lucia earned her Master of Social Work with a focus in Health, Equity, and Wellness from the University of Denver and is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker. She has over five years of experience as a social worker in San Francisco serving older adults and individuals with severe mental illness. Now, as part of […]

My name is Monica Martinez, and I am an associate marriage family therapist (AMFT #146625) and associate professional clinical counselor (APCC #16472). I hold a BA in English from UC Berkeley and an MA in psychology/counseling from National/JFK University. As an East Bay native, I’m committed to supporting my community. With a background in race, […]

Susan Foster Flowers is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. After working in education, she earned her MA in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. She holds a special heart for working with complex trauma, anxiety, grief, and spirituality.  She helps people get to know the heart of their experience, to know themselves on […]

Life presents various challenges for all of us, I aim to assist you in overcoming these challenges in a nonjudgmental and supportive manner. By working together, we can access your intuition to cultivate resilience, self-compassion, and authenticity. Through a holistic, person-centered approach, my goal is to treat you as a complete individual, rather than just […]

Hello! My name is Alanna, and I’m an AMFT. I’m honored to be considered as a companion on your journey! I love working with all people, especially with adolescents and young adults. I work from a client-centered, culturally sensitive strengths based approach. I specialize in supporting clients who come with anxiety, depression, self esteem, communication, […]

Esther is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a passion for helping clients navigate life’s challenges and transitions. She understands that reaching out for support can feel daunting, but she is here to remind you that you don’t have to face life’s journey alone. Taking a collaborative and empathetic approach to therapy, Esther works closely […]

Chris Jefferson began his work in the mental health field with a BA in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz, followed by several years of work in community mental health programs. Chris then attended the California Institute of Integral Studies to earn a Masters in Integral Counseling Psychology and further pursue his passion for helping others. […]

Courtney Love is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who brings warmth, clarity, and compassion to her work with individuals, couples, and families. Her journey into therapy was shaped by more than 20 years in financial leadership roles, where she supported people in high-pressure environments through challenges related to communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict […]