by Doris Pakozdi, AMFT | Oct 11, 2019 | Community, Ending Stigma, Hope, Mental Wellness
Doris Pakozdi is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who received her Master’s Degree at California State University Dominguez Hills. Her passion for helping women through their trauma was sparked while facilitating the Domestic Violence Women’s...
by The Guidance Center | Sep 4, 2019 | Community, Events, Hope, Mental Wellness
Over the last few weeks, we shared updates from three of our former clients, Porschea, Gage and Alexis. Like so many of our clients, they each experienced trauma and faced significant hardships. Their inspiring stories showcase what can happen when hope takes flight....
by The Guidance Center | Aug 28, 2019 | Community, Events, Hope, Mental Wellness
Anxiety and bullying once stopped Alexis from happily expressing herself. Now, she strives to connect and interact with others to help them smile. She’s done many exciting things since her last visit to The Guidance Center and singing at the 3rd Annual Sunset Sip. We...
by The Guidance Center | Aug 21, 2019 | Community, Events, Hope, Mental Wellness
Each day, Gage lives by the phrase, “shoot for the stars, even if you miss you’ll always go somewhere new.” He created this saying when repairing his self-confidence after years of bullying. He’s done many new things and taken on new adventures...
by The Guidance Center | Aug 14, 2019 | Community, Events, Hope, Mental Wellness
In her car, Porschea keeps an excerpt of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss, which was given to her by Raul at The Guidance Center. She feels uplifted each time she spots it and is encouraged to keep going. Porschea has accomplished a lot and has been to many...
by The Guidance Center | Aug 7, 2019 | Community, Events, Hope, Mental Wellness
Every fall, friends and supporters of The Guidance Center come together to support critical mental health services for our community’s most disadvantaged children and their families at our annual Sunset Sip benefit. Each Sunset Sip event has a theme that highlights a...
