Clinical Staff

Sandra Patricia Cañote, PsyD ABD (LPCC) with over 13 years of experience as a clinician and consultant, is the founder and CEO of The Feelings Exchange Counseling Services. She graduated from Loyola Marymount University and received a Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in Mental Health. As a National Certified Mental Health Counselor, she has gained experience working with children, families, couples and individuals across several settings, such as: schools, substance use treatment centers, non-profit organizations and private practice. She is bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. She is trained in the following evidence based practices (EBP): TF-CBT, CBITS (Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools), Triple P- Positive Parenting Program, and LGBTQIA2s+ affirmative therapy and is a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP), Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT) and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).

Jade Danielle Rogers (LMFT) graduated from Cal State Los Angeles, where she received a double Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and School Counseling. She offers a supportive, interactive, and non-judgmental approach to therapy using CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, ACT, and Art Therapy. Jade has experience treating individuals and couples with attachment issues, life transitions, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, addiction and substance abuse, sexual concerns/difficulties, eating disorders, body image concerns, personality disorders, trauma, PTSD, PMDD, endometriosis, and fertility issues.

Yadira Gaeta (LMFT) is a bilingual therapist. She is fluent in Spanish. Her experience consists of working with children, families and adults across school, criminal justice system and private practice settings. She is trained in CBT, TF-CBT and DTQI and is an Immigration Evaluation Specialist.

Daniel Andres Vazquez (AMFT,APCC) earned his Master of Science in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. He has experience working with both adolescents (ages 5+) and adults in community mental health settings, providing services in both English and Spanish. Grounded in a person-centered approach, he integrates evidence-based practices and draws from multiple theoretical frameworks to meet each client’s unique needs. He is currently under the supervision of Yadira Gaeta, LMFT.

Mitsuko Burks (AMFT,APCC) with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from National University and a US Navy Veteran, she brings both experience and empathy to her work, guiding clients from diverse backgrounds through personalized, evidence-based care. She specializes in culturally sensitive therapy for individuals, children, and families facing co-occurring disorders. Her approach draws on CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing to help clients overcome challenges, build resilience and work toward lasting, meaningful change. She is also a Second Degree Reiki Practitioner.

Cecilia Licon Aguilar (ACSW) graduated from California State University, Northridge and received a Master of Social Work degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Urban Communities. She has gained experience working with adults and teenagers. She is a first generation professional WOC. She is bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. She is a Certified Grief Counselor, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor and uses CBT and other evidence based therapies with clients. She is currently supervised by Dr. Marta Lopez, DSW,, LCSW.

Tanya Maria Ryan (AMFT) graduated from Alliant International University, Los Angeles, and received a Master of Arts degree in Couples and Family Therapy. She has gained experience working with children, families, and adults who experience difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety and relational conflict in private practice and school settings. Her approach to therapy is compassionate, creative and grounded in the client being the expert and author of his/her/their experience. She is currently supervised by Sandra Patricia Cañote, LPCC.

Leslie Del Torro (ACSW) graduated from the University of Southern California and received a Master of Social Work degree with an emphasis in children, youth and families. She has gained her experience working with transitional aged youth, minors and families who have been displaced due to their immigration status in school settings, non profit organizations and group homes. She is bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. She is trained in CBT.

ArieAhna Brie Gatton (AMFT) graduated from Alliant International University, Los Angeles and received a Master of Arts degree in Couples and Family Therapy. She has gained experience working with adults, children and families in private practice and school settings. With a heart rooted in cultural humility and appreciation, she welcomes clients seeking support with relational issues, trauma, grief and loss and overall life transitions. She is currently supervised by Sandra Patricia Cañote, LPCC.

Danielle Simone Beneva Navaroli (AMFT, APCC) graduated from California State University, Fullerton, and received a Master of Science degree in Counseling. She has gained experience working with adults, teenagers, children (12+), and couples in community clinics and private practice. She uses an integrative approach when working with clients, which draws on evidence-based, person-centered, and other theories. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She is currently supervised by Sandra Patricia Cañote LPCC.

Maria de Los Angeles Ramirez (ACSW) graduated from California State University, Northridge and received a Master of Arts degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Urban Communities. She is a first generation professional WOC. She is bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. She is currently under the supervision of Argonne Aguilar Taitague, LCSW.

Our Therapy Style

Therapists work collaboratively with families, couples and individuals by using a systemic lens. We guide the sessions by exploring how early childhood experiences within your own family system and various environmental factors, affects your role and the way you view, understand, communicate and overall relate to others. The self-awareness gained in sessions, leads our clients to long-lasting and stronger relationships with friends, partners, family members and community at large.