Our Team

Gabrielle Thompson, FNP-C, is a certified family nurse practitioner at GT Healthcare in Laguna Beach, California. At the practice, she provides patients of all ages with compassionate and result driven care.

Gabrielle holds undergraduate and Master's degrees in Nursing, along with a wealth of experience in a variety of settings.

Throughout her multiple years of experience, she has worked in acute care, primary care, ambulatory care settings, and mental health. As a nurse practitioner, Gabrielle has remained dedicated to helping the community with a concentration on mental health.

Gabrielle became a nurse practitioner because she wanted to help improve the quality of healthcare. She is an active member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and a local San Diego chapter member of The California Association of Nurse Practitioners (CANP).

Gabrielle is currently accepting new and existing patients and looks forward to helping you reach your goals.

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Corinne Hardisty is a highly experienced and compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist, with over a decade of dedication to helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of severe and chronic mental illness. Her extensive experience within Los Angeles County diversion and reentry programs has equipped her with a unique understanding and skill set to assist her clients.

Corinne has a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego and her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California San Diego. She has a solid educational foundation that supports her work including work at the University of California San Diego’s Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic and many years of private practice. Over the past five years, she has shifted her focus to clinical supervision and professional development of other therapists, guiding and mentoring newly practicing therapists in the field.

When she's not helping her clients, Corinne enjoys indulging in her passion for writing and spends her free time crafting short stories and essays. She also loves to hit the trails and explore nature with her family, making the most of every moment.

Nicole is a graduate of Pepperdine’s Marriage and Family Therapy Master’s program. Nicole is dedicated and compassionate. She specializes in supporting adolescents and young adults. With a strong foundation in therapeutic practices and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by young individuals and their families, Nicole is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for healing and growth.

Nicole provides compassionate and affirming care to all populations she works with. She understands the challenges and experiences that children, adolescents, and adults and families experience and is dedicated to helping them navigate these issues with empathy and support.

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Macayla Meyers is an experienced therapist with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, gender dysphoria, substance use disorders, and schizophrenia. Macayla is passionate about helping families rebuild strained relationships and improve communication. She uses a person-centered approach to therapy, which recognizes that each client has unique needs and requires tailored care. By providing a safe and supportive space, Macayla creates a trusting therapeutic relationship that enables clients to feel heard, understood, and validated.

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community with lived experience, Macayla is committed to providing compassionate and affirming care to this population. She understands the unique challenges and experiences that LGBTQ+ individuals face and is dedicated to helping them navigate these issues with empathy and support.

Macayla's treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients manage negative thinking patterns, and Structural Family Therapy, which uses family interactions and patterns to address concerns or past experiences. She also integrates various techniques such as mindfulness and solution-focused therapy in her approach to help clients achieve their goals.

Macayla values the importance of taking a holistic approach to mental health. She considers biological, psychological, and social factors and their complex interactions in understanding overall mental and physical health. Macayla believes in promoting positive self-worth, reducing daily experiences of anxiety and worry, and increasing one's enjoyment of life.

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Marissa Perieda has a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. She has a particular interest in supporting men and women who have experienced childhood trauma and those grappling with substance-related issues. Additionally, she works well with adolescents specializing in those with autism who are working on social skills.

Marissa understands that challenging life experiences can have lasting effects and she is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore and heal from their pasts. Her approach comes from a deep place of caring and is tailored to meet each individual's unique needs, helping to build resilience and find a path to recovery.

Marissa offers non-judgmental support and evidence-based strategies to help clients overcome past experiences and regain control of their lives. Together, you will work on developing healthy coping mechanisms.

Working with adolescents is a rewarding aspect of Marissa's practice. Whether addressing general teenage struggles or assisting adolescents with autism in enhancing their social skills, Marissa strives to create a supportive and understanding atmosphere. She believes in empowering young people to build confidence and navigate the complexities of adolescence.

For couples struggling with relational discord, Marissa offers both individual and couples support to help improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen connections. She enjoys helping couples deepen their understanding of each other and create more fulfilling relationships.

Marissa's practice is inclusive and culturally sensitive, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds. She believes that understanding and respecting cultural differences is crucial in providing effective therapy. She can provide therapy in both English and Spanish.

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Irina is a Registered Dietitian with over five years of experience in the clinical, community, and eating disorders fields. She is passionate about helping individuals build healthy relationships with food, cultivate body positivity, and embrace intuitive eating practices. Irina earned her Bachelor’s degree and then further advanced her knowledge through a Comprehensive Dietetic Internship program focusing on evidence-based practices and a deep understanding of the complex interplay between nutrition, psychology, and mental well-being.

She has worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community health centers, and private practice, where she tailored nutrition interventions to support individuals in their recovery journeys. Irina’s involvement in community nutrition programs has given her the privilege to empower groups with the knowledge and skills to make informed, positive dietary choices. At the heart of Irina’s practice is a commitment to fostering a body-positive and compassionate approach to nutrition and wellness. She firmly believes that every person's journey is unique, and her philosophy centers on intuitive eating—a practice that encourages individuals to listen to their bodies, honor their hunger and fullness cues, and develop a more harmonious relationship with food. Irina is dedicated to helping clients to embrace their bodies, working towards a healthier self-image and overall well-being.

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