Adele (she/they) is honored to work with individuals of all ages, bringing warmth and collaboration to the therapy space. They are passionate about supporting people throughout their parenting journeys, as well as working with young people and trans, queer, and gender-expansive communities. Adele’s approach is primarily grounded in Narrative Therapy, recognizing clients as experts in their own experiences with the skills and knowledge to navigate mental health and relational challenges. They are also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which they implement with cultural humility to help clients process trauma. Prior to joining Grow Through Life Counseling, Adele provided individual therapy in a private practice setting focused on supporting trans and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. During their graduate training, they worked in an educational setting providing group and individual counseling to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, parent-child relationship difficulties, and suicidality. They also co-facilitated parenting groups and healthy boundaries groups for elementary school-aged youth. Before entering the mental health field, Adele worked for over a decade supporting families through creative and play-based programming, elements they continue to bring into the therapy space.Adele holds a Bachelor of Arts in Gender Studies from Indiana University and a Master of Arts in Counseling, with a focus on Clinical Mental Health Counseling, from the University of San Diego. 

Elizabeth is passionate about helping individuals uncover their strengths and thrive, even in the face of life’s challenges. She values creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward their goals. Elizabeth’s approach is rooted in client-centered, strength-based practices, and she integrates techniques grounded in evidence-based practices. She specializes in fostering an environment of unconditional positive regard, believing that this foundation is essential for growth and healing. With several years of experience in the helping field, she began her career supporting students in achieving their personal and professional goals. She has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with intellectual and physical disabilities.  She has supported individuals experiencing homelessness with severe mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and substance use challenges in community mental health settings. She has extensive experience helping clients on their journey to recovery, fostering resilience and promoting healing. Her work has consistently focused on providing compassionate, person-centered care to individuals navigating complex challenges.Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz and a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling with a focus in Clinical Mental Health from San Diego State University. She is also certified in co-occurring disorders and remains dedicated to lifelong learning to best support her clients.

Dominique has experience in therapy and healthcare with children and families, Dominique brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to supporting mental health. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she is also trained in: play therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), art therapy, and suicide prevention. Dominique places a strong emphasis on working with culturally diverse populations, ensuring that each client’s unique background and experiences are honored and respected. Using a client-centered and humanistic approach, she believes in meeting each client where they are and fostering a therapeutic environment that focuses on their strengths. Dominique has a particular passion for working with children of all ages, with expertise in supporting clients on the autism spectrum and those who have experienced trauma. Dominique believes in meeting each client where they are and fostering a therapeutic environment that focuses on their strengths. She finds great joy in helping individuals and families on their journey to emotional wellness and healing. Dominique is a compassionate therapist with a Master’s degree in Professional Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University. 

Dallas is a University of San Diego alumni. Dallas has studied several perspectives and modalities in counseling, but primarily treats through either a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy lens or through the utilization of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Dallas has worked with a wide range of clientele, predominantly children and youth ages 5 to 18 years of age and their families in individual and group settings. Dallas’ previous experiences also focused on motivation and mentorship of minority African American youth by providing safe spaces and both educational and recreational resources to youth and their families. Currently, Dallas enjoys his work with youth and families. However, his future professional goals include broadening his focus to encompass more work with athletes. Dallas was driven into this field by his long-term interest in the study of psychology, and his passion to help improve mental health awareness and accessibility within underrepresented communities. Having gained a better understanding of the importance of acceptance, empathy, and cultural humility through his journey as a therapist, Dallas finds the ultimate reward in his work from assisting others to grow, meeting their therapeutic goals, and eventually helping them become the best version of themselves.

Meet James, a sensitive and thoughtful therapist working with adults, children, families, and couples. James establishes a safe and affirming space for his clientele, tailoring sessions to address his clients’ diverse needs. He invites his clients to explore their own unique journey and fosters support through navigating life’s challenges in a self-compassionate and healing manner. James earned his Master’s Degree in Counseling with Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. He has experience working with topics such as grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, identity development, LGBTQ+, men’s mental health, relationship infidelity, divorce and separation, co-parenting, and communication development. James has been trained in interventions from several therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman Theory, Attachment Theory and Family Systems Theory. James is also committed to a social justice and multicultural therapy approach affirming all people.

Rachael is an AMFT with experience working with people of all ages. She received both her Bachelor's in Psychology followed by her Master's in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University. Rachael utilizes a warm, person-centered approach to support her clients through whatever life throws their way. She has experience working with clients seeking help for depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, abuse, and trauma. She views clients through a lens rooted in attachment theory while drawing upon active interventions in CBT to spark understanding and spur change in her clients. Rachael firmly believes that therapy should be a collaborative process between the therapist and the client which is why she empowers them to set goals that will impact their everyday lives. 

Glen Hilton, LMFT has over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families overcome a range of mental health and relationship issues. Including previous volunteer experience, he has been serving youth since 2002. He received his master’s degree in psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University. Glen’s approach primarily combines elements of Collaborative Therapy and Narrative Therapy, both of which center on clients’ expertise and strengths. Using these approaches, he will collaborate with clients to co-create solutions that empower each participant to have voice and self-agency. Glen is also skilled with other therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, and will incorporate these approaches when needed for greater effectiveness. Glen joined Grow Through Life Counseling in 2023 as a clinical leader and supervisor in Sorrento Valley.