With over 12 years of experience across corporate leadership, nonprofit advocacy, and clinical psychology, I’m proud to have founded the Young Black Professionals of Orange County and have built strategic alliances across Southern California to advance equity and access.
I hold an MA in Clinical Psychology and am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT & APCC), as well as a Wellness Life Coach. I specialize in treatment planning, interventions, and psychoeducation for diverse populations. My work also extends into public health, where I’ve led teams, managed outreach initiatives, and helped shape policy to improve community well-being.
I’m certified by the Zero Suicide Institute and trained in trauma-informed care and cognitive behavioral therapy. I bring authentic leadership and a deep commitment to positive transformation to every space I enter. As a proud Howard University alum, my lifelong mission is to create lasting change in marginalized communities and foster well-being and abundance for individuals and families alike.
If you are ready to take the next step, I am available via my website at InnerGWellness.life or reach out directly via Info@InnerGWellness.life. I look forward to working with you!
Krista Rae (She/Her) - Registered Associate MFT #157524
My work is grounded in intuition, connection, and authenticity, and I'm passionate about meeting clients exactly where they are to help them uncover their most genuine needs and internal strengths. I specialize in supporting adults navigating relationship strain — in partnerships, friendships, or family systems — as well as those moving through identity shifts, life transitions, or the aftermath of divorce or emotionally harmful relationships. I'm particularly drawn to working with those exploring questions around ADHD or neurodiversity, and I offer a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ clients seeking clarity and deeper self-understanding.
I am a neurodiverse individual, mother to two neurodiverse children, and a lover of justice, and my time living in Europe and Central America has given me a deep appreciation for multicultural perspectives and the many ways of existing in this world. I bring a lifetime of rich personal and professional experience to the therapy space, which shapes how I understand developmental needs, family systems, and relational dynamics. Having spent many hours on the other side of the couch myself, I know how vulnerable it can feel to reach out. You don't have to do it alone — I'm here to walk alongside you as you take steps toward reclaiming your authentic self and the life you truly want.
John Barone (He/Him) - Registered Associate MFT #139843
As someone who has always had a passion for helping others, becoming a therapist has allowed me to help the communities that matter most to me.
In therapy, I aim to create a safe space, where you feel comfortable exploring yourself. With nearly 300+ hours working with the LGBTQAI+ community, I have experience exploring gender identity, gender dysphoria, and the “coming out” process. Additionally, I have experience working with depression, anxiety and building positive coping skills.
With an educational background in Somatic Psychotherapy/body-based therapy, I am able to incorporate body-based techniques into therapy. My approach towards therapy includes person-centered, Gestalt therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and Somatic Psychotherapy. I believe that our healing journey involves not only our mind but also our body.
If you are ready to take the next step, I am available via my website at JohnBaroneTherapy.com or reach out directly via John@PatrickLyra.com. I look forward to working with you!
