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Well-being via authenticity, compassion and ethical care.

Turning Point Psychology Center, Inc. is dedicated to promoting well-being in the community by delivering quality mental health services delivered with authenticity, compassion and care. We are a 100% telehealth small group practice focused on reducing suffering and increasing contentment in our client’s lives based on their unique needs and goals.

We do things in a way that makes ethical and clinical decision making one and the same. Our staff model self-care, boundary setting, and genuineness. In everything we do, we work as a team and strive to create an open, honest space where our individual talents are highlighted and appreciated. Turning Point Psychology Center’s culture of acceptance creates something much greater than the sum of its parts.

Meet the Team

Dr. Melissa Stolsig

Clinical Psychologist, CA PSY30738/ CO PSY.0005510/ NYS 025532/ FL TPPY1024

In the past decade, I’ve worked with clients who are so vastly different, yet in their humanity, so alike. From narcotic treatment facilities, assisted living communities, and community mental health centers, the struggle with addiction, or a history of traumatic experiences, the common thread is human suffering and the incredible capacity for healing and growth. I truly believe that people already have everything they need to grow and heal, and the therapeutic relationship is simply the space we create where one can find their strengths.

My ideal client is willing to engage in therapy to heal, grow or simply feel better. I am able to work with a variety of people from different populations due to my non-judgmental stance and curiosity about other people. I am adept at working with individuals who experience multiple problems simultaneously due to my willingness to work with other providers. I am trauma informed and culturally sensitive.

I use an Existential-Humanistic perspective blended with an understanding of each individual's unique character defenses to focus on emotions in the moment. I pull from many intervention modalities to tailor an evidence based and individualized experience of human connectedness that is based in compassion.

I work with clients 18 years and older individually or in groups. Special populations I treat include: LGBTQIA+, individuals experiencing racial trauma (BIPOC), men, perinatal/postnatal support, survivors of trauma, older adults (65+), active military, veterans & their adult family members. I am an EMDR Trained therapist.

Dr. Carolyn Godman

Clinical Psychologist, CA PSY28831/ NYS 019200

I have been licensed in both California and New York State as a clinical psychologist for over a decade. When I work with clients, I place an emphasis on meeting clients where they are at. I tend to use evidence based, short term cognitive behavioral interventions to help clients quickly reach their goals. I believe that a positive and appropriate therapeutic relationship is central to a client’s capacity to reach their goals. I strive to balance appropriate boundaries with compassionate care and individual consideration. I am open in conversations about difference, am well versed in the experience of racial trauma, and am sensitive to the needs of LGBTQIA+ clients.

I have expertise working with individuals, couples and families who struggle with issues related to trauma, suicide, first responding, military service, incarceration and serious and persistent mental illness. Currently, my practice is made up of performing psychological assessments focused on diagnostic clarity, cognitive decline, and chronic pain as well as short term individual therapy (usually 10-20 sessions) to help individuals with a focused and specific goal.

Currently I work with adults 18+ for psychological testing and individuals 12+ for short term individual therapy. I am EMDR Trained and am only accepting individual therapy clients on a waitlist who are interested in utilizing EMDR.

Ms. Mayra Leyva Gutierrez

Ms. Mayra Leyva Gutierrez

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist CA LMFT #136402

Pronouns: She/Her/Ella
Cultural Identities: Mexican, Latinx
Techniques and Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) | Trauma-Informed Care | Gestalt | Humanistic | Motivational Interviewing | Harm Reduction | Solution Focused Brief Therapy

I am a bilingual Latina therapist that grew up in California. I use an eclectic approach to therapy that combines elements of CBT, Trauma-Informed Care, Humanistic, and Gestalt therapy to help my clients understand and address the intersectionality of their identities, including race, class, gender, sexuality, and more. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, behavioral issues, trauma, and work with adults, and first-generation professionals. I integrate social justice and holistic approaches in my practice, and work with clients to highlight feelings, break unhelpful patterns, uncover core beliefs, and develop healthy ways of living. I am passionate about mental wellness and believe that healing oneself can prevent toxic patterns from forming and improve the well-being of those around us. Topics we may explore include imposter syndrome, self-care, inner child wounds, body regulation, mindfulness, self-compassion, boundaries, self-worth, and more based on the individual's needs. I look forward to working with you to help address your mental health needs.

I work with client’s ages 18-64yo.

Ms. Eileen Joy Esporo

Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW71415

“Because that's what people do. They leap and hope to God they can fly. Because otherwise, we just drop like a rock, wondering the whole way down, why in hell did I jump?"

I believe in understanding the root of our feelings, the decisions we make and the transformations that can follow. I graduated with my MSW from Rutgers in 2007 and have 12 years of experience in therapy with adults and case management with multi-generations of families. With this experience, I obtained my LCSW in 2016, and realized that CBT and Solution Focused Therapy resonated with me and is the cornerstone of my approach and the focus of my continued education. I've attended CBT for Depression and Suicide at the Beck Institute and am continually garnering new ways to provide support to people seeking help through life's challenges.

My ideal client prefers to use Cognitive Behavioral or Solution Focused Therapy interventions and they want to work on increasing coping skills. I tend to work well with adults between 25-60yo experiencing anxiety and depression in an individual therapy setting. I also have a specialty working with Asians who have experienced racial trauma.

Ms. Keshae Carruthers, MA

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. AMFT137306

Under supervision of Dr. Melissa Stolsig, Psy.D. CA PSY30738; Turning Point Psychology Center, Inc.

I have earned my degree in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Marriage and Family therapy and am in the process of obtaining my licensure in CA. As a military veteran with 8 years of service, I have learned the fundamentals of resiliency, processing grief, and the benefits that exercise has on mental health. After leaving the military I left my hometown in Texas and continue to apply these life lessons in my work with clients.

In my professional capacity, I can assist people in the community to connect to services as well as provide those needed services. I strive to alleviate the stigma of seeking professional assistance by educating and connecting individuals in the community, especially minorities, to needed mental health services. When I am providing people with services, I tend to use an approach that increases healthy family function and develops positive change for an individual within the complexity of their social system. I use a style of open communication and collaboration with my clients and I focus on providing a safe space in the therapeutic relationship.

I can work with individuals 12-64 years old and I engage in individual, couples, and family therapy. Special populations I work with include military veterans and their families, people who have experienced racial trauma & homelessness, as well as indiviudals who identify as LGBTQ+.

Naomi Dalida

Billing Manager/ Intake Specialist

I have 20 years experience in the medical field - 10 years working in hospitals/medical offices in a clinical setting with the last 10 years working in medical administration with patient billing, eligibility, claims, financial plans and arrangements. I will verify your insurance benefits and call you to explain your cost share prior to your first session. I also assist with credentialing new clinicians and obtaining new insurance contracts.

If you have new insurance information and cannot access your client portal to update the information, please click on the icon below and complete the online form. Thanks!

Jasmine Jones

Accounts Receivable/ Administrative Specialist

I am experienced in managing client accounts so that insurance and client payments are properly recorded. I make sure that essential follow up with insurance companies occur in a timely manner and I assist with credentialing new clinicians and obtaining new insurance contracts.

If you are unable to make a payment in your client portal, please click on the icon below and ensure that you note the client's name and invoice number on your one time payment. Thanks!

Krystal Derrell

Administrative Support Staff

I have 15+ years experience of administration and account experience; with specialty in accounts payable and payroll.

At Turning Point, I support the administrative team via following up on eligibility verifications, claims discrepancies and denials and respond to new patient inquiries. I also assist the CEO on special projects that ultimately support the clinical team.

Let us help you achieve your goals.

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What We Do and How We Do It

If you are interested in services, please place yourself on the waitlist using the button above. If you have questions please use the contact us form below. We will get back to you soon and look forward to working with you.

Approaches & Interventions Offered

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family/Marital Therapy
Compassion Focused
Cultural Humility
EMDR
Existential-Humanistic
Group Therapy
Mindfulness Meditation
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Person-Centered
Goal Focused Short Term Treatment
Trauma Focused
Psychological Assessment/Evaluations

Therapy Groups Being Formed

inquiries for these groups will be addressed quickly

*Asynchronous/blended CBT groups for Anxiety & Depression w/ Dr. Stolsig (cash only); at your own pace courses
*Stress Management for PTSD w/ Dr. Stolsig; 1 sections Every other Friday 5:15-6:15p
*Practicing Mindfulness Meditation w/ Dr. Stolsig; 1 sections Every other Thursday 12:15-1p
*Stress Management for Autoimmune Disorders w/ Dr. Stolsig; 1 section every other Thursday 12:15-1:15p

Assessments/Evaluations Currently Offered

HRT/Gender Affirming Surgery Evaluations
Psychiatric Diagnostic Clarification 18 yo and older (ASD, ADHD, Bipolar DO, Learning Disorder)

Therapy Groups Currently Offered

Rolling Admission as space permits (12 people/ group max)

Stress Management for Anxiety & Depression; 2 Sections Every other Friday 12-1pm w/ Dr. Stolsig
Stress Management for PTSD w/ Dr. Stolsig; 1 section Every other Friday 4-5p

General Cash Fee Range

Professional Hour: $225- $400
Standard Session: $175 - $350
Half Session: $100 - $200
Groups: $30-$75

Insurance Plans Accepted

Aetna
Anthem/Blue Cross
Cigna/EverNorth
Optum/United Healthcare
TriCare
Medicare
MHN

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We are currently accepting patients for our waitlist

Virtual Service Locations

California
Colorado
Florida
Nevada
New York State

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