Education (CE) Chair/Acting President Donna Chapman, PhD, LMFT
I am a private practice psychotherapist. My areas of specialty are Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy on a foundation of Depth Psychology. I have provided services to a variety of populations including: LGBT, Trans-Gender men and women, and couples with a partner who is Trans-Gender, kink and polyamorous individuals and couples, and transgender adolescents and children. I have also worked with active duty military as well as veterans who are transgender. I am a San Diego native who grew up in a military family. In 2007 I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy specializing in Eastern Thought, with a minor in Religious Studies from California State University at Northridge. My background in religious studies allows me to authentically align with clients from a variety of religious perspectives. I utilize mindfulness in all areas of my practice as well as in my personal life. Private practice website: dmchapman.com Email Donna
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Treasurer Tamalina Cummings, LMFT
Tamalina is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a 20 year history as a Naval combat veteran. She graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from University of Maryland University college with a B.S. in Psychology, and later went on to earn her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University. She served as a therapist and substance treatment counselor for homeless veterans seeking sobriety at Veterans Village of San Diego and went from Associate to Program Director of their medi-cal program of 150 residents in under 8 years. Currently Tamalina is the founder and primary counselor at Rebooting Life and is also certified as a clinical trauma professional and certified as an Intervention Specialist. Tamalina is licensed to work in both California and Nevada and specializes in trauma, depression, and anxiety. She also recently just passed the Ca licensing exam to assist family's in preparing for financial success and insurance needs.
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Membership Director James Sharkey, LMFT
James earned his Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology with Specialization in MFT at National University. He has previous work experience at several prestigious organizations such as Sharp Mesa Vista, Community Research Foundation, Grow Through Life Counseling. James is committed to a social justice and multicultural therapy approach. He stands in solidarity with the communities of Black, Indigenous and People of Color against the injustice and racism. James is also passionate about community involvement and has previously voulnteered at San Diego Pride.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Director Kenya Taylor, LMFT
Kenya Taylor has more than 30 years of experience promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Consultant, and Community Advocate, Ms. Taylor directs cultural proficiency policies and procedures, program design, strategic planning, leadership development, risk management and cultivates ways to maximize excellence for continuous quality improvements and Best Practices while addressing diversity and inclusion to strengthen communities. Ms. Taylor has a Master of Science in Counseling, specializing in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from San Diego State University, certifications in How to Plan, Implement & Sustain Intergenerational Programs, Geriatric Mental Health, and Primary Care Behavioral Health Certification from the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester which led to her creating Chronic Pain Management programs. She serves as a Live Well San Diego East Region Leadership Team Co-Chair, East Region Behavioral Health Solutions Workgroup Planning Chair, and City of San Diego - Disparity Study Committee Member. EmaiL Kenya
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Pre-License Director Luyi “Chloe” Xu, MBA, MFTT
Chloe Xu is an emerging Marriage and Family Therapist who brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and business acumen to her work. Her experience spans inpatient psychiatric care, community mental health, school-based counseling, and suicide prevention at the VA, giving her a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health across diverse populations and settings. Before entering into the mental health field, Chloe earned an MBA and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, forging a successful career in business operations, marketing, talent acquisition, and leadership development. Her expertise in human behavior, communication, and organizational systems now deepens her clinical work, enabling her to integrate strategic insight with relational depth to foster meaningful change in therapy. As an immigrant from China, she understands the complexities of cultural identity, resilience, and adaptation—insights that shape her approach to therapy and leadership. Chloe is graduating in June with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, emphasizing Marriage and Family Therapy, from Azusa Pacific University. She is currently gaining hands-on clinical experience at Palomar Family Counseling, serving children and families. Chloe is committed to advocating for pre-licensed therapists, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are supported. She is dedicated to creating a strong, engaged community where individuals feel empowered, informed, and connected. If you have any concerns, ideas, or topics you'd like addressed, please feel free to reach out to her via email.
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Director at Large 1 Katrina Edwards, LMFT
Katrina “Kat” Edwards has more than 20 years of experience working with diverse populations in nonprofit and profit organizations. Kat has a Master of Science in Counseling specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy from San Diego State University, and a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Development from University of California, San Diego. She is currently in private practice as a trauma focused/ informed therapist working with individuals and couples. She has extensive experience in intimate partner/domestic violence, sexual /physical/ emotional abuse and neglect, racial trauma, and medical trauma. Kat implements an eclectic approach integrating top down and bottom up approaches to assist individuals and couples in healing mind, body, spirit connections. Kat is proudly allied with LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous and People of Color, and neurodivergent communities. She values kindness, compassion, competence, respect, and authenticity in individual and community purpose.
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Director at Large 2 Cecilia Polkinhorn, LMFT I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Registered Art Therapist working in private practice, Healing Hues Art Therapy, here in San Diego. I work with anyone over the age of 8 using trauma-informed approaches and art to identify emotions, explore sources of internal/external conflict, and introduce healthier coping strategies into everyday life. I meet clients where they are at and collaboratively construct a treatment plan that incorporates some CBT techniques, mindfulness, and art therapy directives. In 2009 I graduated from San Diego State with my B.A. in Multimedia Art. I later went back for an M.A. in English & American Literature and graduated in 2014. Still unsure of how my credentials and experience would ultimately come together, I moved to the LA area and went for my second M.A. in Psychology from Phillips Graduate University in Chatsworth, CA with a specialization in art therapy. I gained experience working in elementary schools and a trauma-informed nonprofit agency. I became licensed in 2022 and have since been working remotely for a company based in Burbank, CA. In April of 2024 I moved back to San Diego and co-founded Healing Hues Art Therapy with a colleague from Phillips who also happened to move to San Diego. While fully acknowledging the wide-ranging issues of culture, gender, generational, and neuro diversity in our clinical approach, we provide both traditional talk therapy and art therapy services (online and in person) for individuals and couples. We also conduct art therapy workshops for professionals in the field and hope to expand our network by being more involved in the mental health community at large.
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Sponsorship Director Gabino Guerrero Gabino is a recent graduate of Azusa Pacific University receiving his master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in both, Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling. He decided to go back to school and return to supporting people in their lives during challenging times. He has been working in the field of grief with a concentration of pre and post bereavement. Gabino worked in the field of education and in mental health early in his career before going out to discover other career interest. He later ventured out into the business world in various capacities owning his own business and working abroad in Europe. Part of his earlier experience was bridging education and the business community to form partnerships and curriculum in the classroom. His experience in the business world was suitable for his position as the sponsorship director. He hopes to make an impact on the local level of SD-CAMFT for its members and the community. EMAIL GABINO
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Secretary Glen Hilton, LMFT Glen is licensed in California as an LMFT, and in Texas as am LMFT and LPC. Trained largely in postmodern practices at Our Lady of the Lake University in Houston, TX, Glen has been practicing since 2007. He has served a diverse range of vulnerable client populations, with special focus with justice-involved youth, queer populations, transgender youth, people experiencing homelessness, veterans, and justice-involved adults. Glen has also engaged in civic duty with advocacy work to protect the rights of LGBT2Q+ individuals, people of color, and those experiencing homelessness. Currently, Glen works as Clinical Lead for one of Grow Through Life Counseling’s offices, with particular focus on children, youth and active-duty military families. Glen serves on the CAMFT Ethics Committee, and volunteers as a mentor with the Boys to Men Mentoring Network.
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