Sasha Gomez-Valenzuela, M.S.W., ASW #127498
Supervised by Evelina Kerimian, LMFT #51972
Sasha is a bilingual clinician dedicated to helping individuals overcome trauma, ADHD, and related mental health challenges. She combines firmness, empathy, and humor to foster trust and achieve positive outcomes through a neuroscience-based, holistic approach to healing—especially for those frustrated with themselves.
An honors postgraduate of California Baptist University and California State University, Northridge (B.A. in Communication Studies), Sasha transitioned from a career as a news reporter to social work to align with her passion for authenticity and meaningful change. Her personal experiences as a ward of the court in her youth shaped her resilience and deepened her commitment to advocating for at-risk and misunderstood populations. She also attributes much of her approach to her faith, as well as her understanding of trauma bonds, relationship addictions, and attachment complexities. She firmly believes that, with proper support, healing is always possible.
As Founder and Dir. of Psych. Ed. at Sasha Consulting Co., she conducts workshops, provides lectures, and supports organizations with program evaluations aimed at promoting mental health literacy, empowering stakeholders to navigate challenges with confidence, and advocating for change at both the local and state levels. In her clinical practice, Sasha integrates Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and strength-based approaches. She is currently pursuing certifications in Compassionate Inquiry and Internal Family Systems (IFS), both evidence-based models that address trauma, foster self-awareness, and promote healing through a deeper understanding of the self and internal parts.
Beyond her work, Sasha enjoys traveling, attending symphonies, and serving at her local church. Her mission is to inspire hope, foster healing, and empower others to overcome their challenges.
From anxiety and depression to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we utilize holistic talk therapies and innovative treatments like eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR).
