ABOUT MINDFUL CENTERS
Mindful Centers support people who want meaningful change and feel stuck in patterns that no longer align with their values. We work with individuals and couples navigating compulsive sexual behaviors (including pornography use), intimacy concerns, and related emotional distress such as shame, anxiety, and disconnection.
We don’t view addiction or compulsive behavior as a failure of character. We approach it as a pattern that can be better understood—and with support, can be addressed over time. Our therapists provide evidence-informed care and integrate mindfulness-based strategies to help clients build awareness, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier coping skills.
Our work is compassionate, relational, and practical. We focus on reducing harmful patterns while also supporting improved communication, healthier boundaries, and overall wellbeing.
Mindful Centers offers in-person and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and groups across California, Oregon, and Texas. Wherever you’re starting from, we provide a steady, supportive space to take the next step.
CEO & Founder
Darrin Ford, MA, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S, MBATT-CS
CA|TX|OR License # 53733
Darrin provides therapy for adults impacted by compulsive sexual behavior (including problematic pornography use), substance use concerns, and other compulsive patterns that can affect wellbeing and relationships. He also supports spouses and partners navigating betrayal trauma and relational distress.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Darrin offers structured, goal-oriented therapy informed by mindfulness and evidence-based practices. His approach emphasizes emotional safety, accountability, practical skill-building, and values-based decision-making.
As the founder of Mindful Centers, Darrin also provides clinical leadership and supports program development. Mindful Centers is committed to inclusive, respectful care and welcomes clients of all backgrounds, identities, and relationship structures.
Meat the Team
California Based Therapists
Josie Myles, MS, LMFT, CPTT, MBATT
Joey Pham, LMFT
License # 101170
With over 10 years of experience, Joey has supported clients with concerns including family conflict, identity-related stress, trauma-related symptoms, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, serious mental health concerns, chronic illness-related stress, and substance use concerns.
Brandy Seignemartin, MS, APCC, APTT, RAE
Prelicense # 16176 Supervised by Amy Cornwall License # 13174.
Brandy has a special interest in supporting betrayed partners and diverse relationship systems. Her work focuses on emotional regulation, communication, healthy boundaries, and strengthening resilience—using practical tools alongside creative methods when helpful.
Carter Serret
Blaze A Cosko, LMFT
CA License LMFT #134976; LPCC #16592
Clinical Director at Mindful Centers, Blaze works with individuals and couples impacted by addiction, compulsive behaviors, and betrayal trauma. His work often includes individual therapy, group therapy, psychoeducation, and recovery coaching. He emphasizes accountability alongside compassion and supports clients in reducing shame while building practical skills for long-term change.
Mayra Iniguez, LMFT, EMDR, CSAT
Jesus Parra, MA, MDiv, LMFT
License # 42150
With over 23 years of clinical experience, Jesus focuses on emotional safety, practical skill-building, and strengthening connection with self and others. He is a CSAT candidate, currently completing specialized training in the assessment and treatment of sexual addiction.
Adjunct California Based Therapists
Eva Altobelli, MD
CA License #102265
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Dr. Eva Altobelli is an addiction psychiatrist with advanced training in addiction psychiatry. At Mindful Centers, she provides therapy for adults navigating trauma, substance use concerns, and complex emotional distress, including anxiety, shame, and relationship challenges.
David Laramie, PhD
CA Psychologist License #22266
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Dr. David Laramie is a health psychologist who provides psychotherapy for adults and works from a systemic, integrative perspective. His clinical approach draws from psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy, emotion-focused work, Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed concepts, and somatic approaches.
Wilhelmina De Castro, LCSW
Psychotherapist
(she/they)
CA License #28882
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Wilhelmina De Castro is a licensed clinical social worker who offers a grounded, relational, and culturally responsive approach to therapy. Their style is collaborative and paced, supporting clients in slowing down, building insight, and exploring what feels most important to address right now. Wilhelmina’s work is rooted in the belief that change is supported through safety, a strong therapeutic relationship, and respect for each person’s lived experience.
Amber Mitchell, PMHNP-BC
CA Nurse Practitioner License #95020992
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Amber Mitchell is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for adults. She practices general adult psychiatry and has experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma-related symptoms (including PTSD). Amber also has an interest in perinatal and reproductive mental health, including postpartum concerns and preconception counseling.
Steve Friedlander, LMFT, SEP, CATC IV, EMDR
Psychotherapist
Ca License #119582
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Steve Friedlander is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP), Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor (CATC IV), and EMDR therapist. He provides therapy for adults, adolescents, and couples, with an emphasis on trauma-informed care and support for addiction and compulsive behavior concerns.
Yoshi Blakeney
Mind–Body Integration Specialist
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Yoshi Blakeney offers wellness-focused, mind–body support that integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)–informed principles with mindful movement and body-based practices. She is currently completing doctoral-level training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, including herbal medicine and acupuncture.
Colleen O'Brien, LMFT, EMDR
Psychotherapist
CA License #134709
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Colleen O’Brien is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. Her work focuses on trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating addiction and recovery, life transitions, relationship concerns, and mood-related challenges such as anxiety and depression.
Algirdas Lisaius
Spiritual Guide | Wellness Practitioner
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Algirdas Lisaius offers spiritual support and guidance drawing from a range of traditional and contemplative practices. With decades of experience, he provides a grounded, respectful space for clients who want to explore personal meaning, reflection, and connection alongside their wellbeing goals.
Sumen Virdee, PsyD
Professional Coach
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Dr. Sumen Virdee is a professional coach with over two decades of experience supporting clients with leadership development, stress management, and wellbeing goals. Her coaching approach integrates evidence-informed practices, mind-body education, and values-based skill-building to help clients strengthen emotional awareness, improve decision-making under pressure, and develop sustainable routines.
Joe Altobelli, PsyD
Coach | Consultant | Supervisor
This provider delivers services through Home-LA, an independent, contracted third-party service provider for Mindful Centers.
Dr. Joe Altobelli has more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and groups across a wide range of emotional, relational, and life-stress concerns. His work includes coaching, consulting, and supervision, and he brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to helping clients clarify goals and identify practical next steps.
Texas Based Therapists
Laura L Meyer, MA, LPC, CSAT, CMAT, EMDR_Tr
Blaze A Cosko, LMFT
TX License #205818
Clinical Director at Mindful Centers, Blaze works with individuals and couples impacted by addiction, compulsive behaviors, and betrayal trauma. His work often includes individual therapy, group therapy, psychoeducation, and recovery coaching. He emphasizes accountability alongside compassion and supports clients in reducing shame while building practical skills for long-term change.
Administration & Staff
Raymond Quarez | Office Administrator Assistant
Serves as the Office Administrator at Mindful Centers. His role is to act as the primary point of contact for management, staff, clients, and third-party partners, helping ensure that communication and coordination remain clear and organized across the organization. He supports the day-to-day administrative functions of the office and helps maintain smooth operational processes.
His role also includes coordinating administrative workflows, assisting with internal and external communications, and helping ensure that operational needs are addressed in a timely and organized manner. With more than a decade of customer service experience and a background in the insurance and pharmacy industries, Raymond brings strong organizational and interpersonal skills that support the team’s daily operations and the overall efficiency of the office.
Osvaldo Guzman | Personal & Research Assistant
Osvaldo assists with day to day administrative operation, coordination, and project support across the organization. He also contributes to the development and maintenance of Mindful centers website.
In addition, he supports Darrin Ford’s PHD-related research work by assisting with organization, literature review support, and project coordination as needed.
Mikee Perez | Administrative Assistant
Mikee supports Mindful Centers’ scheduling and administrative coordination (Non-Clinical), helping clients with onboarding, account setup, and billing-related support.
Britney Cross | Web Developer
Britney is a web developer with over 10 years of experience building websites for businesses and professionals. She specializes in creating websites for therapists and mental health practices, with a focus on clear design, accessibility, and usability.