Supervised by Dawn Wingert - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) #118363

Hi, I'm Sergio, and I’m an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who has been working in the mental health field for over eight years. I’m a big believer in the power of rewriting your own story—no matter where you’re starting from.
My work focuses on helping people navigate anxiety, depression, grief, schizophrenia, and I’m especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community and Latinx. I’m also a proud veteran, having served as a military police officer with the California Army National Guard.
I previously worked at a residential facility, crisis stabilization center, and inpatient where I support families and help them better understand mental health. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people break out of negative thought patterns, and I’m also certified in grief and sex counseling.
I speak Spanish, also studied kinesiology—so I take a whole-person approach to wellness.
My goal is simple: to walk alongside you as you process your emotions, your struggles, and your healing. Taking that first step toward change can be scary, but it's also incredibly powerful—and you don’t have to do it alone.
One symbol I always come back to is the semicolon; it represents the choice to keep going when things feel overwhelming. Your story isn’t over, and I’m here to help you keep writing it. As I have always loved the quote "Life is a Journey not a Destination" by Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Sergio is currently seeing clients (individuals, couples and families) virtually and in person in Los Banos, CA.

Contact Information:
Sergio Martinez-Casillas
sergiocounselingbydawn@gmail.com
559.755.9969

Office Location:
848 6th Street
Los Banos, CA 93635

Supervised by Dawn Wingert - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) #118363

Life can be hard at times, especially while navigating it alone. Sometimes it can be difficult to sort out all our feelings, especially when things are messy, confusing, and overwhelming. I understand the importance of providing a non-judgmental environment to process your thoughts, feelings, and emotions during these challenging moments.

It is my belief that everyone can benefit from psychotherapy to gain a better understanding of the feelings that come with human experience. Forming a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of my practice because I believe the quality of our relationship is the basis of what can lead to healing.

I work with my clients to gain greater insight within themselves, which can help them carry out how they want to be in the world. I use evidence-based therapy such as CBT, DBT, solution focused, narrative, and emotion focused, depending on my client’s needs. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families cope with life challenges with compassion and empathy. It has been incredibly fulfilling for me to see my clients make progress and reach their goals for therapy.

Maricel is currently seeing clients (individuals, couples, and families) virtually and in person in Scotts Valley, CA as well as in Los Banos, CA

Contact Information:
Maricel Balala
mbalala@yahoo.com
408-782-4613

Office Locations:
6001 Butler Lane, Suite 206
Scotts Valley, CA 95006

848 6th St, Suite 10
Los Banos, CA 93635