The Experts Behind Your Next Chapter
Every story of growth deserves the right support. Our team of licensed mental health professionals specializes in individual, couple, and family therapy, offering expertise in EMDR, anxiety, and relationship transitions.
Explore our clinicians below to find the perfect partner to help you
heal, reconnect, and rewrite your narrative.
Meet the Team
Founder & Clinical Director
Natasha Smith, LMFT
Natasha founded Story of Us Therapy on the belief that mental strength and personal resilience go hand-in-hand. She helps adult individuals and couples navigate the 'messy middle' of life to rewrite their narratives. She is here to help you build stronger connections, starting with the one you have with yourself.
Offers In-Person & Online Sessions
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Relationship growth
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Breakup Recovery
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Life Transitions
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Resilience Building
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Marriage & Couples Counseling
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Divorce/Infidelity
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Personal Empowerment
Associate Therapist
Giovanna Perez, LMFT-A
Giovanna believes that the first step of change begins with being truly heard. She helps individuals and couples navigate the complexities of identity, trauma, and relationship transitions. Whether you are working through a life adjustment or seeking to break free from old patterns, Giovanna partners with you to rewrite your future in a way that is positive, uplifting, and uniquely yours.
Offers Online Sessions Only | Habla Español
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Couples & Romantic Partnerships
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Trauma & Substance Abuse Recovery
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Women’s Issues & Divorce
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LGBTQIA+ Identity & Support
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Adjustment & Identity Disorders
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Bilingual Counseling
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Intern
Amber Castillo
Amber believes that our earliest relationships shape the stories we carry into adulthood. She specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and families. Amber is dedicated to providing a creative and safe space for younger clients and their families to heal, connect, and grow together.
Offers In-Person & Online Sessions
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Child & Adolescent Therapy
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Family Dynamics
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Parenting Support
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Associate Counselor
Ethan Guerrero, LPC-A
Ethan is dedicated to empowering younger individuals by providing therapeutic support tailored to their unique needs. He creates a safe space for children, teens, and adolescents to express themselves and process their big emotions. Through engaging activities and open discussions, Ethan teaches coping skills that help them navigate life's challenges with resilience. His compassionate approach fosters growth and self-discovery, enabling young people to thrive emotionally and socially.
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Anxiety & depression for adolescence
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Coping skills
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Emotional Regulation
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Family, Child, & Adolescent Issues
Office Administrator
Ava Rodriguez
Ava is the welcoming voice and the logistical heart of Story of Us Therapy. She understands that the first step toward healing can often be the hardest, and she is dedicated to making your entry into the practice as smooth and stress-free as possible. From scheduling your first session to navigating the details of care, Ava ensures that every client feels supported before they even step into the room.
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Practice Operations
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Patient Advocacy
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Client Intake & Matching
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Scheduling Coordination
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At Story of Us, we're here to help you rewrite your narrative, explore new chapters, and discover the untapped potential within you.
We invite you to embark on this journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth –because your story is worth celebrating.