Deserae Quezada, LCSW​
Clinical Supervisor & Therapist
- Trained in EPR Therapy for OCD
Deserae Quezada, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Supervisor and Therapist at Desired Change. Deserae’s approach is to provide compassionate and effective therapy, helping individuals and groups navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth. Her focus is on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their concerns and develop strategies for positive change.
- Anxiety
- Depression
- OCD
- Adjustment Disorder
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Burnout
- Fears/Phobias
Cecilia Plasencia
Associate Clinical Therapist
- Trained in School Age Conflicts
Cecilia is an Associate Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping clients find their path to well-being. She focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings. Cecilia utilizes a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and develop strategies that are right for them.
Cecilia specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She addresses a variety of concerns such as anxiety, life transitions, trauma, stress, self-esteem, and school age conflict.
- Self Esteem
- Trauma
- Adjustment Disorder
- School Age Conflicts
- Anxiety
Alyssa Perez
Associate Clinical Therapist
- Trained in CBT and Trauma Therapy
Alyssa Perez is an Associate Clinical Social Worker who is dedicated to supporting clients through life’s most challenging moments. She is passionate about creating a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their emotions, build resilience, and grow at their own pace.
Alyssa brings years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families impacted by trauma, crisis, and mental health challenges. She utilizes a blend of evidence-based approaches—including trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices—to meet each client’s unique needs.
She supports clients with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, family dynamics, and life transitions. Alyssa believes in the power of connection, trust, and collaboration as key ingredients for healing and change.Â
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief
- Family Dynamics
- Transitions
Allysia Thayer
Associate Clinical Therapist
- Trained in CBT
Alysia is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Her work is deeply rooted in a client-centered approach, where your voice, experience and goals guide the direction of our work together. She draws from a blend of therapies to help you uncover patterns, build insight, and create meaningful change. She brings energy, creativity and authenticity into the therapy space. Her style is interactive and engaging. She believes growth happens when you are both supported and challenged.Â
- Anxiety
- Family Stressors
- Identify Exploration
- Major Life Transitions
- Child/Teen Therapy
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