The Team
Who We Are
Kaila Smith, Psy.D.
Founder & CEO
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and
Clinical Supervisor (PSY31578)
Dr. Smith is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California. She works with adolescents, adults, and couples and has extensive training in treating mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. Dr. Smith also has experience working with members of the U.S. Military, and their spouses/families. She is currently pursuing certification to become a Perinatal Mental Health therapist to provide specialty care for those struggling with Perinatal or Post-Partum Depression and Anxiety.
Dr. Smith uses evidenced-based treatment to meet each client's needs in treatment. Her hope is to help individuals navigate transitions, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and cope with the difficulties of the past or future they may be facing. She strives to create a warm and collaborative environment, as she believes change occurs best in a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
619.880.0193
Michael Pinover, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
(PSY35712)
Dr. Pinover is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California. He has extensive experience treating substance use disorders, mood disorders, and other co-occurring mental health issues. He works with adults, families, and adolescents. Dr. Pinover’s approach to therapy relies on the development of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate change and he believes that autonomy, trust, and respect are vital to this process. He utilizes a combination of approaches depending on what each client needs. He mostly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to give clients the necessary tools to cope with life’s difficulties. His goal is to help move clients towards living a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Please reach out via email if you would like to set up a consultation.
619.361.1154