Meet our Staff
Jeannie Beaumont, LMFT, Art Therapist (MFT 47817) Jeannie is the Clinical Director/Clinical Supervisor of the Manhattan Beach Community Counseling Center. A graduate of Loyola Marymount's Marriage and Family Therapy/Clinical Art Therapy program, Jeannie has been serving the South Bay community in her private practice, Art & Soul Art Therapy Studio, for over a decade. A native of the beach cities and a former intern at Manhattan Beach Community Counseling Center, Jeannie has cultivated deep roots here and is dedicated to serving those seeking help with creating more harmony in their life.
Nicolette Cautero, AMFT 100759, APCC 4145
Nicolette received her master’s degree in depth psychology counseling from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Her background includes publishing, public radio and art history. She has served as a therapist at the Harbor College Life Skills Center, a mental health facility serving the needs of a culturally rich community representing a variety of ages, gender identifications, challenges, and aspirations.
Nicolette’s approach to therapy is collaborative and strength based, working together in a safe and supportive environment that offers holistic support for the mind, body and heart. Healing, coping strategies, self-care, personal growth and self-discovery are at the core of Nicolette’s positive psychology based approach.
Nicolette received her master’s degree in depth psychology counseling from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Her background includes publishing, public radio and art history. She has served as a therapist at the Harbor College Life Skills Center, a mental health facility serving the needs of a culturally rich community representing a variety of ages, gender identifications, challenges, and aspirations.
Nicolette’s approach to therapy is collaborative and strength based, working together in a safe and supportive environment that offers holistic support for the mind, body and heart. Healing, coping strategies, self-care, personal growth and self-discovery are at the core of Nicolette’s positive psychology based approach.
Monique Bartecek, AMFT 112184
Monique earned her Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from California State University, Long Beach in 2018. She has provided therapy at a women’s shelter and at Jewish Family & Children’s Services in Long Beach for over a year. She has experience treating children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and a range of concerns. She has primarily worked with cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Monique has an open theoretical orientation and strives to assist her clients with an approach that is most suitable for them. She is passionate and dedicated to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for her clients. Monique is ready to work collaboratively with her clients so they may discover personal growth and healing.
Monique earned her Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from California State University, Long Beach in 2018. She has provided therapy at a women’s shelter and at Jewish Family & Children’s Services in Long Beach for over a year. She has experience treating children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and a range of concerns. She has primarily worked with cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Monique has an open theoretical orientation and strives to assist her clients with an approach that is most suitable for them. She is passionate and dedicated to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for her clients. Monique is ready to work collaboratively with her clients so they may discover personal growth and healing.
Brenda Perry, MA, AMFT 105764
Brenda completed her B.A in Psychology at Boston University and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from the California School for Professional Psychology. She is currently finishing a Doctor of Psychology program (PsyD) at the California School for Professional Psychology. She is bilingual Spanish and has experience working with a diverse range of people. She has trained extensively in developing cultural competence and awareness. In addition to being a strong advocate for mind body wellness, she has experience working with a wide range of issues: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relational problems, addiction, financial problems, post natal depression and anxiety, child life/ parenting, infertility, loss and life transitions. She has experience working with the elderly, children, teenagers, adults, couples and families.
Brenda completed her B.A in Psychology at Boston University and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from the California School for Professional Psychology. She is currently finishing a Doctor of Psychology program (PsyD) at the California School for Professional Psychology. She is bilingual Spanish and has experience working with a diverse range of people. She has trained extensively in developing cultural competence and awareness. In addition to being a strong advocate for mind body wellness, she has experience working with a wide range of issues: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relational problems, addiction, financial problems, post natal depression and anxiety, child life/ parenting, infertility, loss and life transitions. She has experience working with the elderly, children, teenagers, adults, couples and families.
Kaitlyn Peters, MA, APCC 8117
Kaitlyn received her B.A. in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of San Diego in 2020. Kaitlyn has clinical experience working in both a short-term acute residential treatment center and outpatient clinic, serving a diverse range of individuals. She has worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and grief/loss. Kaitlyn offers a holistic and collaborative approach with her clients in order to best fit their needs and goals. She places a strong emphasis on providing compassionate guidance and a safe space for her clients to focus inward.
Kaitlyn received her B.A. in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of San Diego in 2020. Kaitlyn has clinical experience working in both a short-term acute residential treatment center and outpatient clinic, serving a diverse range of individuals. She has worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and grief/loss. Kaitlyn offers a holistic and collaborative approach with her clients in order to best fit their needs and goals. She places a strong emphasis on providing compassionate guidance and a safe space for her clients to focus inward.
Marissa Greenberg, AMFT, 125392
Marissa completed her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University in 2020. She has provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). She has experience working with childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, grief and loss, relational problems, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Marissa uses a strengths-based, collaborative approach to support clients in identifying their goals and effective tools for healing and growth.
Marissa completed her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University in 2020. She has provided therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR). She has experience working with childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, grief and loss, relational problems, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Marissa uses a strengths-based, collaborative approach to support clients in identifying their goals and effective tools for healing and growth.
Troi Jefferson, MA, AMFT 137030 , APCC 12644
Troi earned her M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and her B.A. in Psychology from Southern University and A&M College. She has experience working with children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds who have presented with various issues: trauma, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities, physical abuse, sexual abuse, grief, neglect, and low self-esteem. She uses a trauma-informed and holistic approach to best fit her clients needs. She prides herself in finding personalized and creative ways to authentically connect with her clients.
Troi earned her M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and her B.A. in Psychology from Southern University and A&M College. She has experience working with children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds who have presented with various issues: trauma, depression, anxiety, learning disabilities, physical abuse, sexual abuse, grief, neglect, and low self-esteem. She uses a trauma-informed and holistic approach to best fit her clients needs. She prides herself in finding personalized and creative ways to authentically connect with her clients.
Chanell Nealon, AMFT 131846
Chanell earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles in 2022. Chanell has a background working with diverse populations, particularly the BIPOC communities. Her background includes working with emerging adults in higher education, working with community based organizations, and re-entry programs. Chanell has worked with issues related to trauma, addiction, incarceration, intersectionality, relational issues, depression, anxiety and she puts an emphasis on self-love and self-care in her sessions. Chanell’s approach to therapy is eclectic and collaborative, giving clients a space to be an active participant in the therapeutic process and their own growth. Chanell has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples, and is passionate about helping others with their personal development and healing.
Chanell earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles in 2022. Chanell has a background working with diverse populations, particularly the BIPOC communities. Her background includes working with emerging adults in higher education, working with community based organizations, and re-entry programs. Chanell has worked with issues related to trauma, addiction, incarceration, intersectionality, relational issues, depression, anxiety and she puts an emphasis on self-love and self-care in her sessions. Chanell’s approach to therapy is eclectic and collaborative, giving clients a space to be an active participant in the therapeutic process and their own growth. Chanell has experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples, and is passionate about helping others with their personal development and healing.