Mimi Almero, M.S. AMFT

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Philippians 4:13

Seeking support is a big step, and I’m very proud of you for being here today. You are the expert of your own story, and I hope to walk alongside you to support you and cheer you on in your incredible journey. Always remember that you are loved, worthy, and enough!

I speak Tagalog.

Nagsasalita ako ng Tagalog.

Supervised by Sarah Clark, CA LPCC920

Graduating Cum Laude, Mimi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from California Baptist University, where her education included faith integration across all subjects as well as courses in theology.

Continuing her education at the same university, Mimi earned her Master of Science degree in counseling psychology–a marriage and family therapy clinical graduate program, where her education and training emphasized the integration of faith and counseling psychology. Her experience included not only the academic knowledge and application of marriage and family therapy and counseling psychology but also of faith-based principles in therapy. During her internship, she gained extensive hands-on experience at a Christian nonprofit, serving students in various Christian private schools under the guidance of seasoned supervisors and learning to walk alongside all clients with a Christlike heart. Drawing from this background and her personal Christian faith, Mimi enjoys aligning her practice with biblical principles to help clients grow spiritually and emotionally.

Specializing in expressive arts therapy (a multimodal approach incorporating expressive art forms within therapy, such as visual art, music, poetry/creative writing, body movement/dance, nature, play, etc.), Mimi continues to develop her specialized knowledge and application through her clinical post-master’s certificate program in expressive arts therapy.

I support individuals, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship/family issues, among other challenges. I’m neurodiversity-affirming and have experience supporting individuals with ADHD/Autism. With my Christian faith background and training in faith integration, I happily offer faith integration to those who desire it; I also warmly and enthusiastically welcome clients from all backgrounds and walks of life! I have extensive experience working with children and their families in a Christian school-based setting. I also have experience providing telehealth to a diverse range of clients of all ages via telehealth.

My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, while blending evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I am collaborative with my clients and take an empathetic and authentic approach, seeing all my clients with unconditional positive regard. I specialize in expressive arts therapy for all ages, and I also enjoy creating/planning personalized handouts/activities to support each of my clients.