Our Team – Trainees
Daniela James, B.S.: Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee
As an MFT trainee, Daniela is passionate about helping teens and young adults navigate relational issues, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She utilizes an empirically-based integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). These therapeutic approaches allow her to help clients manage overwhelming emotions, improve communication, and build healthier relationships. Her focus is on fostering a safe, supportive space where individuals can collaboratively explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Daniela is available for sessions with LMUSD students in-person and via telehealth during the summer of 2025. Please call to see if your student qualifies for free counseling.
> Areas of Special Interest and Credentials
Adolescents, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Parenting, CBT
Daniela is completing her Master’s in Clinical Psychology at William Jessup University. Supervised by Diana Granados, LMFT87383. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and holds a teaching credential from Chapman University. She has extensive experience working with adolescents as an educator for 14 years.
> A Note From Daniela
As a therapist, healing begins in a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard. I strive to meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and respect. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, or life transitions, you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults and am passionate about helping individuals build emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and a more profound sense of self. Therapy isn’t just about finding answers; it’s a journey to uncover your inner strength, reshape your narrative, and embrace the possibility of healing and growth. It’s a supportive space where you can explore your feelings and experiences with compassion and understanding. – Daniela
Megan Needham, B.A.: Clinical Social Worker Trainee
In her practice, Megan offers a space where authenticity is not just welcomed but encouraged. She believes healing begins when we feel safe enough to show up as we are-strong, vulnerable, messy, or uncertain. At the core of her work is a deep belief that we all long to be seen for who we truly are.
Megan is available for sessions with LMUSD students in-person and via telehealth during the summer of 2025. Please call to see if your student qualifies for free counseling.
> Areas of Special Interest and Credentials
Adolescents, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD
Megan is currently pursuing her Master’s of Social Work through UMASS Global. She holds a Bachelor's of Arts in Sociology. Supervised by Andres Pille, LMFT120685.
> A Note From Megan
I take a strengths-based approach rooted in the understanding that we are not broken, we are resilient and often simply out of alignment with our values. Much of our discomfort arises when our actions don't reflect what matters most to us. Therapy isn't about sudden breakthroughs, but rather small, intentional steps that help us reconnect with our values and move toward a more authentic, empowered life.
– Megan
Mia Morehart, B.S.: Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
Mia approaches therapy from a client-centered, humanistic perspective, meeting clients where they are with warmth and authenticity. She is drawn to the principles of Relational-Cultural Therapy, emphasizing the power of connection and the lived experiences of each individual. With a deep belief in holistic care, Mia considers all aspects of a person’s identity and creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported in their growth. She is passionate about fostering collaborative relationships that empower clients as the experts of their own journey.
Mia is available for sessions with LMUSD students in-person and via telehealth during the summer of 2025. Please call to see if your student qualifies for free counseling.
> Areas of Special Interest and Credentials
Adolescents, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD
Mia is a graduate-level counseling student currently working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Supervised by Andres Pille, LMFT120685. Throughout her training, she has completed coursework in child and adolescent counseling, lifespan development, cultural humility, and other key areas that inform her holistic, client-centered approach.
> A Note From Mia
Hi, and welcome! My hope is that therapy feels like a space where you can show up as you are, without judgment. I’m here to support you as you navigate whatever life is bringing your way, whether that’s working through challenges, exploring parts of your identity, or finding ways to feel more connected to yourself and others. I believe that growth happens in relationship, and I see our work together as a partnership where your voice and experience lead the way. We’ll work at your pace, focusing on what feels most meaningful to you. – Mia