Diagnostic & Counseling Center

Diagnostic & Counseling Center "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
-Chinese proverb

(818) 324-6594
info@centerdcs,com
Agoura Hills, CA

Sometimes the doors that close are the ones we’ve outgrown. Therapy helps us notice the new ones waiting to open. 🌿✨ ...
11/16/2025

Sometimes the doors that close are the ones we’ve outgrown. Therapy helps us notice the new ones waiting to open. 🌿✨

Meet Kelsey Waesche 💛 With extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Kelsey takes a holistic approach to...
11/16/2025

Meet Kelsey Waesche 💛
With extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Kelsey takes a holistic approach to treating anxiety—especially when it’s connected to experiences of loss. Whether it’s the end of a relationship, a career change, or a major life transition, she helps clients navigate the grief and uncertainty that can come with change.
Her work blends approaches like CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Family Systems, and Trauma-Focused Therapy—always tailoring care to each client’s needs.
As a biracial woman, Kelsey is passionate about helping others explore their personal stories and find a sense of belonging. She loves working with teens and adolescents, as well as parents, caregivers, and couples. Her goal: to highlight every client’s resilience and help them tap into their innate strengths to move toward a brighter future.

💬 Save this post for when life feels heavy. You’re doing your best — and that’s enough. 💛
10/14/2025

💬 Save this post for when life feels heavy. You’re doing your best — and that’s enough. 💛

Meet Micaela Parker 🌟Micaela is a therapist who works with teens, adults, and families to help them explore, process, an...
10/14/2025

Meet Micaela Parker 🌟
Micaela is a therapist who works with teens, adults, and families to help them explore, process, and face their fears—so they can truly thrive.
With an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and a B.A. in Psychology from CSUN, she combines a neurodivergent-affirming, strengths-based perspective with a psychoanalytic approach. Her goal: create a safe space where clients can overcome barriers and build lives filled with meaning, purpose, and belonging.
Micaela’s specialties include grief, complex PTSD, trauma, and navigating life transitions. Outside of therapy, she serves on the board of Childhood Matters, a local nonprofit, and enjoys creative outlets like graphic design.
Learn more at yourtherapistmicaela.com 💻

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10/08/2025

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“Your healing doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. 💛”
09/27/2025

“Your healing doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. 💛”

Meet Tara Kohanim 🌟Tara Kohanim is a distinguished MFT Trainee working with kids, teens, adults, and families through li...
09/27/2025

Meet Tara Kohanim 🌟
Tara Kohanim is a distinguished MFT Trainee working with kids, teens, adults, and families through life’s various challenges. �
Her impressive academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and has her Masters in Clinical Psychology (M.A.) with a focus on Marriage and Family therapy from Pepperdine University. �
With a passion for making a meaningful impact, Tara has honed her skills across a spectrum of areas, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, nutrition, health and wellness in kids and relational issues.
Her commitment to understanding the root sources of issues sets the stage for clients to achieve deeper connections and lasting solutions. Fluent in both English and Farsi, Tara is dedicated to diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals and partnerships from all backgrounds. Her dedication to serving individuals and partnerships from all walks of life, makes Tara a trusted and compassionate resource in the field of psychology.

Ever wondered what a psychological evaluation could do for you? 🤔�It’s not just about getting a label — it’s about clari...
09/16/2025

Ever wondered what a psychological evaluation could do for you? 🤔�It’s not just about getting a label — it’s about clarity, support, and growth. Here are some ways an evaluation might help:
🔎 Identify strengths & challenges�🧠 Provide clarity on symptoms�💡 Guide treatment or academic support�💬 Improve communication with providers, teachers, or loved ones�❤️ Empower you with self-understanding
A psychological evaluation is a tool to help you better understand yourself and take the next steps forward. 🌱

Say hello to Grace Bindley, AMFT! She's not just an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist ( #141023); she's also got a...
07/21/2025

Say hello to Grace Bindley, AMFT! She's not just an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist ( #141023); she's also got a knack for helping people untangle life's knots. With her Master's from Northwestern and BA from Loyola Marymount, Grace brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.

Grace is passionate about supporting children, teens, adults, and families through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, tricky life transitions, and self-esteem wobbles. Using approaches like CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness, she customizes her support to fit your unique journey.

Basically, if your thoughts are feeling like a tangled ball of yarn, Grace is the expert who can help you gently unravel them. We're so excited for her to be part of the DCC family, supervised by Cara Itule, LMFT #47708.

Get Ready to Meet Another Amazing Member of the DCC Team!Hey everyone! It's time for our weekly Meet the Team spotlight,...
07/03/2025

Get Ready to Meet Another Amazing Member of the DCC Team!

Hey everyone! It's time for our weekly Meet the Team spotlight, and this week, we're thrilled to introduce you to one of our incredible co-founders, Cara Itule, LMFT!

Cara is a true powerhouse, bringing over 25 years of experience in child development to her practice. She earned her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. Talk about a wealth of knowledge!

What makes Cara so special? She's an expert at helping people navigate a wide range of challenges, from generalized anxiety and mood disorders (for kids, teens, and adults!) to working with childhood trauma, ADHD, and dyslexia. Her approach is super personalized, blending different therapeutic styles to make sure each person gets exactly what they need.

But that's not all! Cara is also incredibly skilled in supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, helping them build social skills and manage stress. Plus, she's a compassionate advocate for those living with chronic pain and illness-related disabilities.

And if that wasn't enough, Cara has spent over 16 years conducting neuropsychological and psychoeducational assessments, helping identify things like dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and even giftedness. She's also trained in EMDR, a powerful tool for trauma-focused intervention.

Basically, Cara is a mental health superhero with a heart of gold! We're so lucky to have her leading the way at DCC.

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30125 Agoura Road, Suite 2B
Agoura Hills, CA
91301

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