Our Team Members

Founder of Severance Therapy, Jeffrey is a licensed and board-certified therapist whose lived experience with addiction informs his deeply affirming, inclusive work with LGBTQIA+ individuals and diverse communities seeking healing, connection, and sustainable change.

Ashley-Lauren is a compassionate licensed therapist specializing in mood disorders, relationship dynamics, and emotional regulation, using evidence-based approaches to help individuals, couples, and families build confidence, clarity, and healthier coping skills.

Mariela is a bilingual, trauma-informed therapist who provides culturally responsive care for individuals navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and life transitions, with specialized training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy for deeper emotional healing.

Program Developer, Michael is a graduate social work student and LGBTQ+ advocate driven by community engagement, inclusivity, and service, bringing lived experience and a strong team-oriented mindset to program development and outreach.

Clinical Administrator, Isabela combines clinical training and administrative expertise to support accessible, coordinated mental health care, with a strong focus on youth populations, family systems, and inclusive healing environments.