Kendall Ferrari Toomey is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who specializes in guiding individuals and couples through trauma healing and significant life transitions. With specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, she offers a structured, evidence-based approach to processing traumatic experiences and building resilience. Kendall brings particular insight to supporting first responders and their spouses, understanding the unique stressors and cultural dynamics that shape their personal and professional lives. Her compassionate presence creates a safe foundation where clients can explore difficult experiences while developing practical skills for lasting change.

Her therapeutic approach centers on EMDR therapy, complemented by Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles and other evidence-based methodologies. This comprehensive framework allows her to address both acute trauma symptoms and their deeper roots in a person's history and nervous system. Kendall believes that each client already possesses the strengths and capabilities needed for healing—her role is to help them access these inner resources and apply them effectively. She creates a collaborative environment that honors clients' wisdom about their own lives while providing expert guidance through the healing process.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Cal Poly Pomona and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University, Kendall brings strong academic foundations to her clinical work. Beyond her EMDR certification, she is trained in the Prepare/Enrich premarital counseling program and incorporates IFS-informed perspectives into her practice. This diverse training equips her to support clients with a range of therapeutic tools, adapting her approach to meet each person's specific needs and goals.

Outside the therapy room, Kendall nurtures her own well-being through her love of reading, which reflects her commitment to continuous learning and growth. She values quality time with her husband and loved ones, understanding the vital importance of meaningful relationships in creating a balanced life. Her enjoyment of travel to new destinations mirrors her appreciation for diverse perspectives and novel experiences—qualities that enrich her therapeutic work with clients from varied backgrounds and life circumstances.

• Kendall's specialized training in EMDR therapy provides clients with a powerful, evidence-based approach to healing from trauma, particularly for those who have not found relief through traditional talk therapy alone.

• Her experience within the first responder community equips her with unique insights into the cultural complexities and specialized needs of emergency service professionals and their families.

• Kendall brings particular expertise to supporting clients through major life transitions, helping them not only adjust to change but use these pivotal moments as opportunities for significant personal growth and self-discovery.

Supervised By: Reba Machado, LMFT, MFC #53910

Supervised By: Bibiana Castro, LMFT, MFC #123632