Meet The Team

Naomi Clark Babcock

MSSA, LCSW
Founder of Inner Wisdom Psychotherapy Associates Inc
Clinical Supervisor
Trauma-trained Psychotherapist
CA LCSW-73942
AZ LCSW-12225

Rate: $200 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Naomi’s journey through the therapy world spans over two decades, marked by a deep commitment to growth, healing, and evolution. It all began in Cleveland, Ohio, following her graduation from Case Western Reserve University in 1999. Naomi embarked on her career with a humble start in child and adolescent outpatient psychotherapy and substance abuse treatment for at-risk youth in inner-city Cleveland.

Her dedication to serving vulnerable populations led her to Phoenix, Arizona, where she expanded her expertise to include working with even younger children, ages 0-5. Here, she engaged in didactic work between parent and child, fostering healthy attachment relationships from the earliest stages of development. This phase of her journey culminated in completing her post-graduate training from the Harris Institute of Infant and Toddler Mental Health, a pivotal moment that deepened her understanding of the importance of these primary attachment relationships.

Naomi’s passion for teaching and mentoring emerged as she assumed the role of supervisor/mentor for master’s level therapists, serving as a field instructor for Arizona State University. In 2007, she took the leap to establish her own private practice in Gilbert, Arizona, specializing in child and adolescent therapy. As her practice flourished, Naomi recognized the pressing need to address trauma cases, prompting her to delve into training in Mindfulness-Based practices, EMDR therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Brainspotting.

Driven by her commitment to share her knowledge and expertise, Naomi welcomed associate therapists into her practice, guiding them towards licensure while imparting the specialized skills necessary to address trauma effectively. Her professional journey also intertwined with her personal exploration of eastern philosophies lead her to study under esteemed spiritual teachers who advocated for the power of mindfulness and the practice of observing one’s thoughts.

Naomi’s commitment to expanding her expertise and enhancing her practice has continued in recent years. She is currently pursuing certification in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and supervision within this modality. This dedication to professional development not only enriches her own skills but also ensures that Inner Wisdom Psychotherapy remains at the forefront of evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Furthermore, Naomi is actively sponsoring associate therapists who express an interest in further training in these specialized areas. By investing in their growth and development, she fosters a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the practice, ultimately benefiting the clients they serve. Through her leadership and mentorship, Naomi empowers her team to excel in providing comprehensive care to individuals and couples seeking support on their journey towards healing and fulfillment.

As a Japanese American, eastern philosophy and its influence on psychotherapy became a hallmark of Naomi’s approach. Relocation to California provided an opportunity to further explore the integration of mindfulness, energy psychology, and EMDR/somatic modalities, as well as attachment based healing, which were in high demand among the local client population.

Thus, Inner Wisdom Psychotherapy was born—a culmination of Naomi’s extensive experience, deep-rooted compassion, and unwavering dedication to holistic healing. Today, the practice offers a diverse range of therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Under Naomi’s guidance, a team of eight talented therapists continue to uphold the practice’s mission, ensuring that clients receive the highest standard of care. Naomi remains committed to her own growth and the growth of those she serves. Her eclectic approach to psychotherapy, trauma work, and energy psychology, infused with spiritual wisdom from Eastern masters, reflects her unwavering dedication to fostering healing, transformation, and inner peace.

Julia Brotherston

MSW, LCSW 121877
Licensed Psychotherapist

Rate ($150) per 50 min session (Bilingual Spanish/English)
Some insurance availability

Julia is a registered Licensed Clinical Social Worker
(LCSW). She always knew she wanted to join the mental health field in order to destigmatize mental health conditions, advance social justice, and promote open and honest conversations about mental illness. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas State University and a Master’s of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. Her personal and professional experiences have cultivated her passion in both micro and macro work in the mental health field.
Julia works with children, adolescents, and adults. She strives to aid in improving children’s social and emotional skills through practicing identifying feelings and providing them with structured coping skills to process emotions.
She also values working with adults who may be facing mental health challenges such as OCD, anxiety, and depression. She primarily uses ERP and CBT treatment methods but also pulls from other therapeutic modalities.
She prioritizes a client centered approach and strives to see people within the context of their environment. She uses a collaborative approach to make changes. Julia provides evidence-based services in both English and Spanish to individuals of varying identities and values creating a safe and inclusive environment for folks from all backgrounds and identities.

Eliott Gillooly

MSW, ACSW
CA ACSW 98291
Associate Psychotherapist

Rate $125 per 50 min session
Some insurance availability

Eliott Gillooly works with children, teenagers, and adults and is especially passionate about working with LGBTQ, Disabled, and Neurodivergent individuals of all ages. Eliott creates an empathetic and supportive space that helps clients explore a range of mental health issues effectively. Eliott works from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective. Eliott incorporates therapy techniques such as EFT Tapping, that can be quickly effective and is able to be used independently by clients outside of therapy sessions. Eliott also utilizes Brainspotting, which aids clients in processing difficult emotions and experiences.

Eliott earned a Masters in Social Work at UC Berkeley, CA and is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW). Apart from being a therapist, Eliott loves to spend time outdoors longboarding, crafting playlists of music, and making challah and other food to share with loved ones.

Kimberly Grayson

AMFT 134895
Associate Marriage And Family Therapist

Rate: $125 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Kimberly Grayson is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, with a Master’s degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. She also completed her Bachelor’s Degree at CSUF where she studied Child Development and Human Services. Kimberly has always enjoyed working with children, adolescents, and young adults. After working for over 15 years in education, she made a significant transition to helping people from all backgrounds overcome mental and behavioral challenges.

Kimberly uses an integrative style of therapy from a client-centered foundation, where genuineness and warmth are central to healing. Her passion is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while also integrating art and play therapy. As a therapist, she has experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, life transitions, relationship and communication issues, and self-worth.

Her goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their personal goals for growth, healing, and change. Kimberly strives to create a supportive therapeutic environment where her clients feel understood and safe. With sensitivity and compassion, she supports her clients, identifies their inner strengths, and helps cultivate more resilience, balance, and confidence in life.

Apart from counseling, Kimberly enjoys spending time in the sunshine at the beach, gardening, and spending time with family, friends, and her two adorable dogs.

Vienna Brambila

AMFT-142343, APCC-14981
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor

Rate $125 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Vienna is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) with a Master of Science in Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton. She also holds a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification and completed Trauma-Informed Yoga Training.

Vienna is deeply committed to social justice and approaches her work with a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and humanistic perspective. She emphasizes personal growth and self-awareness, incorporating various therapeutic modalities to provide holistic, client-centered care. Vienna is particularly interested in somatic interventions and using yoga as a complementary psychotherapeutic approach to help clients manage stress, process trauma, and enhance overall mental and emotional health. She strives to create a comfortable, safe space to foster open communication and expression and build strong therapeutic relationships. Vienna is committed to empowering her clients, cultivating resilience, and promoting overall well-being.

Vienna works with children, teens, and adults of all ages, supporting them through various life challenges such as relationships, communication, phase-of-life transitions, grief and loss, bereavement, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and the mind/body connection. In her free time, Vienna enjoys being outdoors, especially near the water, reading, watching movies, and listening to music. She is a proud fur-Auntie to a 70-pound “lapdog” named Honey.

Ciara Cook

AMFT-153834 Associate Marriage Family Therapist

Rate $125 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Ciara strives to cultivate a warm, supportive space where individuals feel safe to explore and process their experiences through a holistic, client-centered approach. She has worked with clients across many stages of life and invites conversations about how cultural and societal factors shape daily experiences. Her therapeutic style is grounded in collaboration, and the belief that every person holds an innate capacity for growth and resilience.

Ciara primarily uses emotion-focused therapy to help clients deepen their understanding of their emotions and how these feelings influence both their inner world and their relationships. She also incorporates acceptance and commitment therapy, guiding clients in clarifying their core values and fostering healing through value alignment and self-compassion. Additionally, through the integration of somatic interventions, she supports clients in reconnecting with and tuning into their bodies to help build mind-body awareness.

Ciara is passionate about working with adults and adolescents navigating developmental trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, approaching all her work through a trauma-informed lens. Apart from being a therapist, Ciara enjoys all things outdoors, hiking, camping, or going off on an outdoor adventure with her dog.

Bri Mikalson

APCC-20583
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)

Rate $125 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Bri Mikalson is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) and graduated with her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. Bri uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to guide clients in mindfully accepting difficult feelings and thoughts, living a values-based life, and other beneficial coping mechanisms.

She incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and narrative therapy into her sessions, and she applies a strengths-based approach to highlight what resources the client already has to overcome challenges. Bri works with adults, children/adolescents, couples, and families. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, domestic violence, and relationship issues. Bri is especially passionate about promoting the mental health of the LGBTQIA+ community.

She was a counselor at the Long Beach LGBTQ+ Center where she was able to develop therapeutic relationships with many LGBTQIA+ clients and obtain training about the unique challenges the community faces. In her free time, Bri enjoys running, going to the beach, playing soccer, and traveling.

Roraine Oh

AMFT # 142937
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Rate $125 per 50 min session
Some Insurance Availability

Roraine Oh is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller School of Psychology. She made a career change to go into the mental health field after many years of supporting children and families through private tutoring and volunteer work, fulfilling a long-time desire to support others in therapy.

Roraine’s therapeutic style is client-centered and holistic, honoring each person’s full lived experience. She works from an attachment-based lens and is EMDR-trained. Her experience includes working with teens, adults, and couples working through anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting challenges, substance use, and trauma.

Her past work includes couples therapy, community mental health work, and dual-diagnosis treatment services.

In her free time, Roraine enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, and finding good local eats.