Meet The Team
At Restoring Vida Therapy, our team is made up of dedicated clinicians and staff who share one mission: to bring life back into people. Each member of our team brings unique expertise, compassion, and cultural awareness to the work we do, ensuring that every client feels supported and seen. Together, we are committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where individuals and families can grow, heal, and thrive.
Meet The Admin
Ashley is the administrative heart of Restoring Vida Therapy. She oversees communication from the office, making sure clients have the information they need and that our therapists are supported in their work. If you receive an email or update from Restoring Vida, chances are it came from her. With a passion for organization and care for each detail, Ashley helps keep everything running smoothly so our therapists can focus on what matters most; supporting you.
Meet The Therapists
Associate Clinical Social Worker #132150
Laura Anaya
Hola! As a bilingual Associate Clinical Social Worker, I offer therapy in both English and Spanish and am passionate about helping clients feel seen, supported, and understood. I work with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm, providing a warm and nonjudgmental space to explore their experiences. Through a collaborative and compassionate approach, I walk alongside clients as they move toward healing, growth, and greater self-understanding.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #164873
Bianca Vencato
I'm a warm, collaborative, and trilingual therapist passionate about helping individuals and couples build meaningful connection. Drawing from my experience as a Brazilian American who has navigated dual cultures, I strive to create a safe space where you can explore life's challenges with curiosity and hope. Whether you are facing relationship distress, infertility, anxiety, or major life transitions, I am here to help you unpack uncomfortable patterns, harness your strengths, and heal on your own terms.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #118675
Brenda Hernandez
As a bilingual therapist, I offer services in both English and Spanish and care deeply about helping clients feel supported, understood, and empowered. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm while building confidence and resilience. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I walk alongside clients as they gain clarity, recognize their strengths, and move toward meaningful personal growth.
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Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #135518
Mari Novoa
I'm an active, empathetic, and bilingual therapist dedicated to helping you move from surviving to truly thriving. As a bicultural woman and mother with over a decade of experience in corporate HR, I bring both heart and strategy to my work, with a special focus on career stress, self-worth, and life transitions. I don't just sit back and nod; I roll up my sleeves to help you build bridges between where you are today and where you long to be.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #127894
Dominique Salido
I’m a compassionate and mission-driven social worker helping people of all ages for nearly 10 years. As a therapist, I strive to create a welcoming space to help bring knowledge, guidance, and relief to daily mental, emotional, and spiritual issues that create discomfort. I’m committed to empowering individuals to self-advocate and motivated to renew hope and a sense of life purpose in others.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #125094
Angelica Ortega
Hola! I'm a bilingual LCSW based in Southern California, practicing for about 5 years. I help clients manage emotional distress, regulate behavior, and work toward lasting change. I build trust and provide a safe space where we normalize that life includes both highs and lows across emotional, social, and developmental areas.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #129462
Saul Salmeron
As a bilingual therapist, I provide services in both English and Spanish and take a relational, client-centered approach to therapy. Many of the individuals I work with are seeking a deeper understanding of their emotions, personal patterns, and the relationships that have shaped them. I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and understood as they work toward greater clarity, connection, and emotional well-being.