Meet Our Therapists

Transforming Lives Through Compassionate Therapy

Dr. Katerina Rozakis, PhD, LCSW, BCIM

Founder & Clinical Director | Individual & Couples Therapy | Integrative Psychotherapy

Dr. Rozakis brings extensive clinical experience and an integrative approach to individual and couples therapy. She works with couples seeking to improve communication, navigate relationship challenges, understand recurring patterns of conflict, and strengthen emotional connection.

Chantel Kilford,

DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C

With over 30 years in nursing, Chantel provides compassionate psychiatric care and medication management with a personalized, integrative therapy approach.

Caroline Allen,

MSW, LCSW

Caroline brings decades of experience in end-of-life care and grief counseling, supporting individuals and families with grounded, mindful guidance.

Dr. Margarita Velosa,

PhD, LCSW

With a strong background in treating emotional and behavioral disorders, Dr. Velosa offers personalized support rooted in empathy and clinical expertise.

Annie Chen,

LMFT, APCC

Fluent in English and Mandarin, Annie specializes in supporting families and children navigating emotional, relational, behavioral, and developmental challenges, including cross-cultural and bicultural identity issues.

Mary Jo Johnson,

LCSW

With training in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care, Mary Jo creates a nurturing space for healing while also offering Christian-based counseling on request.

Amy Kahn,

MSW, LCSW (EMDR)

Amy integrates EMDR, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity into therapy, providing an affirming space for clients of all identities, including LGBTQ+ and Spanish-speaking individuals.

Kathy Friend,

LCSW

Kathy has over 30 years of experience helping adults navigate life transitions, job stress, anxiety, caregiving, and personal transformation.

Johanna Young

Associate Therapist (ASW)

Johanna Young is an Associate Clinical Social Worker who offers compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples throughout California. She provides a warm, inclusive space for healing, connection, and personal growth.

Christina Garges,

LCSW

Christina specializes in trauma, OCD, and anxiety. Her warm, relational style supports youth, families, and adults in reconnecting with their emotional resilience.

Julie DaCosta,

LCSW

Julie brings over three decades of experience blending CBT, EMDR, motivational interviewing, and play therapy to support individuals and families across the lifespan.

Caitlin Valdez,

LMFT

Caitlin uses an eclectic approach which may include CBT, EMDR, and DBT to provide compassionate care for children, teens, and adults in San Ramon, CA. She helps clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, OCD, and ADHD. Serving the East Bay.

Greg Konick,

LMFT

Greg provides therapy for adults using CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based practices, supporting clients through relational and emotional challenges.

Peter R. Getoff,

LCSW

A veteran therapist with a compassionate, empowering approach, Peter works with adults, couples, children, and families in creating space for lasting change.

Ellen Zuravel,

LCSW

Ellen’s work is informed by her experience in adoption, elder care, and family dynamics, offering grounded and empathetic support at every life stage.

Christina Balboni,

LCSW, EMDR Certified

Christina Balboni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in healthcare and mental health. She began her career in geriatric and end-of-life care, developing a deep passion for supporting older adults and Holocaust survivors.

Kiran C. Easwarachandran,

MSS, LCSW, R-DMT

A pioneer in integrative movement psychotherapy, Kiran blends expressive arts, EFT, eco-therapy, and body-centered practices to facilitate emotional healing in individuals and couples.

Cole Scanlon,

AMFT (she/her)

Supervised by Kiran Easwarachandran Cole provides warm, gender-affirming care for individuals and families navigating anxiety, trauma, and gender dysphoria. Her trauma-informed practice integrates CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based interventions to support each client’s unique path to their best self.

Renée Surcouf,

LCSW

Renée brings a trauma-informed, equity-driven approach to working with youth, families, LGBTQ+ clients, and those navigating learning challenges and transitions.

Alexandra Bletsis,

LPCC (Candidate), MS

Based in Greece and working virtually with clients worldwide, Alexandra specializes in CBT, RECBT, and relationships, with a focus on expats and multicultural therapy.

Payal Mehta,

LPCC

With over 15 years of experience, Payal offers culturally responsive therapy for teens, parents, and professionals managing anxiety, grief, and everyday stressors.

Maxine Stover

A Certified Kali-Ki Reiki and Emotional Release Practitioner, Maxine facilitates deep somatic healing and energetic alignment to support emotional wellness.

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Dr. Katerina Rozakis ( A.K.A. Dr. Kat )

PhD, LCSW, BCIM

Founder & Clinical Director | Individual & Couples Therapy | Integrative Psychotherapy

Her extensive experience in hospital settings has enriched her skill set. For over six years, Dr. Rozakis facilitated a weekly Family Support Group and played a pivotal role in developing and directing inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment programs. Fueled by her profound dedication to humanity, , she has volunteered her time as a lay therapist for abused and neglected children. Furthermore, her involvement in the Education Committee with the Alzheimer’s Association underscores her comprehensive knowledge in geriatric mental health encompassing the whole Life Cycle Model.

Beyond her 20 years in clinical private practice, Dr. Rozakis’s contributions have left a lasting impact. As a board member of the Heaven’s Door Cancer Foundation, she drew upon her personal journey as a cancer survivor to provide invaluable insights. Her role as a contributing writer for GEV Magazine allowed her to share wisdom on living a healthy and beautiful life from the inside out. Dr. Rozakis created workshops aimed at empowering women to “Release Your Goddess” and live fearlessly using cognitive restructuring techniques to bring about change.

Her proficiency in Psychotherapy, Integrative and Alternative Medicine, Coaching, Consulting, Writing, Presentations, Motivational Speaking, Women’s Health, Psycho-oncology, and Integrative Care, reflects her extensive knowledge and dedication. Additionally, among her achievements are inventing The US Patent Swaddle Blanket and completing a, systematic review, dissertation on swaddling and its effects on infant wellness and parents’ well-being. These remarkable accomplishments underscore Dr. Rozakis’s multifaceted background and unwavering commitment, making her an invaluable asset in the field, integrative psychotherapy, holistic health and well-being.

Integrative Wellness Consulting

Drawing upon her PhD in Natural Health Sciences, Dr. Rozakis also offers comprehensive, individualized wellness consultations incorporating a holistic, whole-person approach.

Consultations explore physical and emotional well-being, nutrition, dietary habits, lifestyle, sleep, stress, vitamins, supplements, complementary and alternative medicine, and existing laboratory findings.

These consultations emphasize wellness education and informed decision-making and are separate from psychotherapy. Services are exclusively private pay and available by appointment or referral. They do not replace medical evaluation or treatment.

Couples Therapy and Integrative Wellness Consulting are offered exclusively on a private-pay basis. Individual psychotherapy services may be covered by insurance, depending on the patient’s benefits and provider participation.

Caitlin Valdez, LMFT

CBT | EMDR | DBT

Therapy for Children, Teens & Adults | EMDR, OCD, ADHD, Trauma & Anxiety, Depression

A Compassionate Space for Healing and Growth

I believe therapy should be a kind, deeply empathetic space where individuals and families can unpack their heaviest seasons, feel understood, and begin moving toward healing.I support children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). I also work with individuals experiencing grief, emotional regulation difficulties, relationship challenges, and significant life transitions.

My Approach to Therapy

Since every person’s path is unique, I believe in meeting you exactly where you are. Together, we will explore your experiences, recognize your strengths, and collaborate on a treatment plan that reflects your individual needs and goals.

In our sessions, I weave together practical tools from different therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness, and grief counseling.
Whether we’re working through difficult past experiences, managing intrusive thoughts, developing emotional regulation skills, or navigating everyday challenges, my goal is to help you feel supported while building the confidence and tools to move forward.
Areas of Focus
My clinical interests include:

Trauma and PTSD: EMDR therapy and trauma-informed approaches to processing difficult experiences.
Anxiety and OCD: Supporting individuals experiencing persistent worry, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety-related challenges.
ADHD, Autism & Neurodivergence: Helping children, teens, and adults navigate emotional regulation, executive functioning, and everyday challenges.
Depression, Grief & Life Transitions: Providing support through loss, emotional difficulties, and significant life changes.
Children, Teens & Families: Supporting emotional development, communication, coping skills, and family relationships.

In-Person Therapy in San Ramon & Telehealth Throughout California
I offer in-person therapy at Insight Wellness Center in San Ramon, serving individuals and families in Danville, Dublin, Pleasanton, Alamo, Walnut Creek, and surrounding East Bay communities.

Telehealth appointments are also available throughout California.

Ready to get started? Visit the Get Started page at Insight Wellness Center or contact our intake team to schedule an appointment.

Meet Our Therapists

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Dr. Katerina Rozakis ( A.K.A. Dr. Kat )

Chantel Kilford

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Therapist

Caroline Allen

Dr. Margarita Velosa

Annie Chen

Mary Jo Johnson

LCSW - Psychotherapist

Amy Kahn (EMDR)

Kathy Friend

Johanna Young

Christina Garges

Julie DaCosta

Caitlin Valdez, LMFT

CBT | EMDR | DBT

Greg Konick

Peter R. Getoff

Ellen Zuravel

Christina Balboni

Kiran C. Easwarachandran

Cole Scanlon, AMFT

Renée Surcouf

Alexandra Bletsis

Payal Mehta

Maxine Stover

Not sure where to start?
Let us help you find the right provider.