Our Team
Kyle A. Lewis, LMFT, LPCC
Founder and CEO
Kyle A. Lewis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in San Diego, California. In 2020, Kyle founded Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy to serve his home community with compassionate, trauma-informed care. Kyle’s clinical focus centers on helping individuals heal from complex trauma and anxiety.
Kyle holds a Master of Science in Professional Clinical Counseling from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Arizona in Tucson. Early in his academic career, Kyle participated in a research project exploring the effects of trauma on undergraduate student success rates, which included attending The International Trauma Conference in Boston, Massachusetts, hosted by renowned trauma expert Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. This formative experience solidified his dedication to working with trauma-impacted populations.
As a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, Kyle integrates EMDR with evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
In addition to his clinical work, Kyle is passionate about supporting the next generation of therapists. As a supervisor, Kyle’s goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where associates can grow with confidence, deepen their clinical skills, and become the life-changing clinicians they aspire to be.
LMFT#: 121395, LPCC#: 9781
Megan Welch, LMFT
Clinical Supervisor
Megan Welch is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has received her BA from San Diego State and her Masters from a small university in east San Diego County. Megan has received training and experience in working with adolescents, adults, family and couples throughout San Diego county and has extensive experience working in a telehealth capacity since 2019.
Megan believes that everyone has the capacity for change and she is happy to offer support to assist her clients in reaching their individual goals. Megan believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship is an essential component to creating the environment where change and growth are possible. Megan’s approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while placing a strong focus on an individual’s innately unique strengths and abilities.
LMFT#: 113763
Kassandra Lopez
Clinical Supervisor
Kassandra is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in San Diego, California. Kassandra holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Merced, and a Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of San Diego.
Kassandra meets clients where they are at, offering a warm, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth. Kassandra is committed to working with individuals from all walks of life and values building strong, respectful therapeutic relationships grounded in positive regard. With experience working with individuals across the lifespan, Kassandra specializes in supporting children and adolescents as they navigate emotional and behavioral challenges.
Kassandra works with clients experiencing anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, and grief and loss. Kassandra’s integrative approach includes art therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based practices, helping clients develop insight, emotional regulation, and practical tools for lasting change.
LPCC#: 11193
Charissa Ruud, LCSW
Charissa Ruud is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience providing clinical care as a licensed professional. Charissa first began her career providing music therapy to adolescents on the autism spectrum and has since expanded to be licensed in two states as well as work in a variety of therapeutic settings.
Charissa has a vast amount of experience working with clients across all demographics and thrives on the diversity each client presents. Charissa’s experience in providing care to clients touches on a plethora of challenges, including substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, anger management, grief and loss, mood regulation, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and survivors of sexual trauma. Charissa believes that each client’s unique diversity should be considered when helping them work towards living a healthier and more satisfying life.
LCSW #: 27459
Molly Watson, LCSW
Molly Watson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who earned her BS from the University of Wisconsin in 2005 and her MSW from Loyola University Chicago in 2016. During her graduate studies, Molly had the privilege of studying grief and loss under Dr. Benjamin Garber at the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute and has continued to advance this as an area of her clinical specialty. Molly has a rich background working with individuals who have experiences with PTSD, depression, anxiety, autism, low self-esteem, parenting struggles, personality disorders, and adjustments to a variety of life’s stressors.
Molly has the belief that everyone is good inside and prioritizes providing her clients with a safe and comfortable environment where they can heal the part of their life that does not feel whole to help them become the best version of themselves. Molly does this by offering a patient, compassionate, and supportive environment while utilizing her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction strategies.
LCSW #: 98145
Summer Hill, LMFT
Summer Hill is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in San Diego, California. Summer received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University’s School of Professional Psychology in San Diego, California. Prior to attending her master’s program, she conferred a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of California, Santa Cruz.
Summer strives to offer a warm, relatable, and laid-back therapeutic style, aiming to support her clients by incorporating each aspect of the individual into treatment. Summer approaches therapy with a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach to promote each person’s sense of feeling accepted and heard, rather than feeling analyzed and diagnosed. Summer’s approach blends the mind, body, and spirit with evidence-based modalities, including Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Narrative Therapy techniques.
LMFT#: 152347
Monika Chalk
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Monika Chalk is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in San Diego, California. Monika graduated from the University of Phoenix in San Diego, CA with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and a Master of Science in Counseling with a focus on Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy. Monika's time as a former Navy Sailor fueled her desire for assisting Veterans suffering with identity difficulties, isolation, and combat experiences. In addition to being a therapist Monika is a practicing personal trainer where she takes a holistic approach to mental health and total wellness.
Monika practices with treatment modalities that include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Monika has worked with a wide range of clients, addressing issues such as anxiety, grief and loss, gender and cultural identity, PTSD, and sexual trauma. Monika tailors her services to each client, with a heavy emphasis on recognizing and maximizing each person's strengths and abilities.
Registration #: 141582
Supervised by: Kyle A. Lewis, LMFT#121395 , LPCC#9781
Katie Pollard
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Katie Pollard is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy. Katie received her Masters in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. Prior to graduate school, Katie attended the University of California Davis, where she earned a Bachelor of Art’s in Psychology.
Katie has a therapeutic approach that is person-centered however, she also likes to integrate psychodynamic exploration, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Katie’s style of therapy is grounded, warm, and positive. As a therapist, she remains positive and hopeful about her client’s futures and tries to instill that same optimism within her client care.
In her spare time, Katie loves spending time with her friends, walking her dog on the beach, and attending concerts. Katie is also an avid traveler and has been to many different countries.
Registration #: 145056
Supervised by: Megan Welch, LMFT#113763
Joshua Kim
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Joshua is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in San Diego, California. Joshua obtained his Bachelors in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Biola University. Joshua has a background in working with individuals, children, couples, families, and individuals from religious backgrounds.
Joshua works with clients where they are with a client-centered, systems theory perspective. Josh has worked in the areas of depression, anxiety, addiction, couple’s/family conflict, childhood trauma, and life adjustment difficulties. Joshua utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Family Therapy, inner child work, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Josh works with clients on the root causes of problems towards internal transformation rather than simply eliminating or reducing their current symptoms.
Registration #: 140705
Supervised by: Kassandra Lopez, LPCC#11193
Ayoung Choi
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Ayoung is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in San Diego, California. Ayoung obtained her Bachelors in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, and her Masters in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. Ayoung has a background working with young adults, adolescents, and individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Ayoung’s approach is collaborative and client-centered, drawing from techniques such as mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and solutions-focused therapy. Ayoung tailors the therapeutic work together to meet your unique needs and goals with an evidence-based, compassionate, and empathetic approach.
Ayoung’s belief is that humans have an inherent ability to grow and heal when given the right support and empathy. Ayoung’s goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps towards healing and self-discovery.
Registration #: 148619
Supervised by: Megan Welch, LMFT#113763
Samantha Ma
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Samantha is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. Samantha earned her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University and holds a BA from UC Berkeley and an MBA from the University of Southern California. Before entering the mental health field, Samantha spent over a decade as a tech executive in Silicon Valley.
Samantha supports individuals navigating life transitions and those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, or burnout. Samantha is also passionate about working with couples facing repetitive patterns of conflict, emotional disconnection, or ruptures in trust. Samantha’s therapeutic style is gentle yet direct, rooted in curiosity, compassion, and cultural responsiveness.
Samantha integrates psychodynamic insights with evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the Gottman Method, and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), tailoring her work to each client’s unique journey toward healing and connection.
Registration #: 153109
Supervised by: Kyle A. Lewis, LMFT#121395 , LPCC#9781
Janet Johnson
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Janet Johnson is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in Southern California.
Janet earned her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and has enjoyed a long and meaningful career in the human services field, where she served as a Therapist, Case Manager, Patient Advocate, Rehabilitation Specialist, Victim/Witness Advocate, and Protective Services Worker. Through these roles, she developed a deep appreciation for the interconnected systems that shape people’s lives.
Janet’s clinical style is person-centered and strength-based, integrating evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Art Therapy, and Mindfulness-based interventions. Janet has experience working with children, teens, adults, and seniors navigating addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma , family conflict, and crisis situations.
MFT Registration #: 154461
PCC Registration #: 19211
Supervised by: Megan Welch, LMFT#113763
Julia Pearl
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Julia Pearl is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults, couples, and children. Julia holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, and earned her BA in Communication with a Minor in Psychology from San Diego State University.
Julia believes that healing begins in spaces where clients feel emotionally secure, safe, and truly understood. Julia strives to cultivate a nonjudgmental, collaborative, and warm environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.
Julia draws from a variety of therapeutic methods, depending on a client’s specific needs, to help encourage positive change. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
Seeking support is a brave decision, and Julia would be honored to be part of your healing journey.
Registration #: 157152
Supervised by: Megan Welch, LMFT#113763
Cindy Bradley
Practice Manager
Cindy Bradley is a Southern California native. After traveling the county with her husband while he served in the US Navy, Cindy returned to the same part of San Diego she grew up in. Cindy has strong attention to detail and balances the many aspects of office logistics that ensure a practice is running smoothly. When not serving the clients and staff at Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy, she can be found enjoying time with family or paper crafting with her friends.
Carolann Lemberg
Client Care Coordinator
Carolann is originally from Maryland and has called California home for nearly seven years. With over five years of experience in the mental health field, she has worked in both client-facing and administrative roles. In her role as Client Care Coordinator at Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy, Carolann brings a compassionate and organized approach, ensuring a smooth and welcoming process for every client. Carolann is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and cared for, helping them begin their journey with confidence and ease.