Rachel Day, LMFT
Hi, I’m Rachel! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I have a strong interest in helping young adults, as well as anyone struggling with dating & relationship issues, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or life transitions. If you are seeking more than talk therapy to address difficult experiences or trauma from the past, we can integrate EMDR therapy in our sessions. In addition, I am happy to provide a Christian perspective for those who are seeking a faith-based therapist.
Marco Perez, LPCC
Hello! My name is Marco Perez, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My experience as a therapist has led me to become very interested in helping clients struggling with anxiety, PTSD/complex PTSD, and relationship issues. I have extensive experience working with these clients, including those looking to improve their depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, military-related issues, and difficult life transitions.
Lina Hong, ASW
Hello! My name is Lina Hong and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/therapist. I have a strong interest in helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, self-esteem, life transitions, those who are neurodivergent, and relationship issues.
Emily Park, LCSW
Hi, I’m Emily Park, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of experience as a therapist. I felt called to this work because I genuinely love partnering with others in helping them reach their goals. Having experienced anxiety and depression at different points in my own life, I deeply understand the impact of being truly seen, heard, and supported, and the powerful role a caring therapeutic relationship can play in healing.
As a San Diego native, I’ve always felt a strong appreciation for the military community and their service. I’m grateful to combine that appreciation with my passion for helping others. While I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, I specialize in working with trauma, PTSD, and anxiety within the military population. I also have experience supporting clients with OCD, as well as navigating life stressors and major transitions.
Alexandra Mers, LPCC
Hello, my name is Alex Mers and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Prior to joining the Freedom Within team, I supported families in Colorado for over a decade in processing and healing trauma and grief after the death loss of a loved one.
Alexis Abbott, LCSW
Hi there! My name is Alexis Abbott and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). In my practice, I focus primarily on supporting veterans, military-connected individuals, and adults navigating trauma and anxiety. Throughout my career, I’ve also worked with teens, families, and adults across the lifespan in both outpatient settings and intensive outpatient programs.
I feel deeply drawn to helping adults navigate life’s complex seasons, whether that’s processing past trauma, managing chronic stress, working through depression, or adapting to major life transitions. I also carry firsthand lived experience as the partner of a former active duty military member and current Veteran, which gives me a personal appreciation for the unique culture, strengths, and challenges within the military community.