Murrieta Team ~ In Person & Telehealth available
Kimberly Yrigoyen, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist 143570 Supervised by Kelly Ross, LPCC
Kimberly enjoys working with children, teens, family, and couples. She works with families experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce , grief, behavioral concerns, mood disorders. She works alongside children and teens by helping them adjust to changes and understand one’s emotions. Kimberly helps families and couples work together to learn to communicate and work through past and present obstacles. She helps individuals reach their goals. As part of care, she incorporates Play Therapy, Family System Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. Kimberly has worked with children transitioning in school settings, at home changes, and adoption/foster care. She has two years experience in school counseling and In-home therapy. She understands the strength it takes to seek help and provides a safe space to open up and express oneself. Kimberly graduated from California Baptist University with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and is Registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT143570). She is supervised by Kelly Ross, LPCC.
Stephanie Cabrera, AMFTÂ
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist 142699 Supervised by Kelly Ross, LPCC
Stephanie is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a unique cultural dynamic and military family lens. Stephanie offers bilingual services in English or Spanish. Stephanie perused her education in Counseling psychology and Early education to assist children, adolescents, and families. For little ones I have experience in social, emotional well being and play therapy. I strive to cultivate a safe, non-judgmental environment where family members can openly express themselves, share their concerns and explore new ways or relating to one another. I am committed to joining you and your little ones on a path of empathy, support and guidance needed to navigate life’s complexities. Let’s chat, I am here to assist you every step of the way in a cozy environment.
Rebecca "Becca" Kerruish, AMFT, APCC​
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist 137830 & Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor 13353 Supervised by Kelly Ross, LPCC
Becca is passionate about helping others achieve their mental health goals. She graduated from National University with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. Becca has specialized experience working with neurodivergent children and teens. Her experience and personal interests have helped her build extensive knowledge around ADHD, Autism, Differently-abled, and LGBTQ+ communities. She has a person-centered approach to working with clients and believes that unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and considering all parts of a person's intersectionality are the keys to beneficial treatment outcomes. Becca utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities to meet the needs of the individual.
Abel Pena, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 47298
Abel completed his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2003. He started working with children and families in a substance abuse treatment program, and also working in transitioning children back home after being placed into protective custody by Child Welfare Services. He also has worked with adults with severe mental illness in two of San Diego County's Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinics. He conducted assessments and provided individual care. He has also conducted group therapy on topics such as: anger Management, Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and a men's group. In 2015, he was contracted with the San Diego Regional Center providing individual and group therapy to adults with Borderline Intellectual Disabilities, using a Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT) approach. Able is married and has five daughters. Abel was born in Mexico; then immigrated at a young age with his adoptive parents and brother. Abel joined Grow Through Life Counseling in 2023 in Murrieta to support his community.
Kelly Ross, LPCC
Clinical Leader & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor 9953
Kelly graduated from Loma Linda University with a Masters of Science in Counseling and is a LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 9953) and certified School Counselor (PPS). Kelly has worked in a variety of settings, including; middle and high schools, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and mental health hospitals. Kelly has an extensive history of working with adolescents and various diagnoses. She has been thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Kelly uses her creativity and enthusiasm for the field to provide fun and informative psycho-education groups. Aside from clinical work, Kelly has an extensive history of working with the public and providing assistance with government aid. Kelly utilizes her sense of humor and strong communication skills to foster connection with clients and their family. Kelly’s background in professional communication has enabled her to effectively advocate for the needs of her clients. Kelly is very passionate towards therapy and has dedicated herself to a career designed to work with those in need.