The Qualities to Look for in a Therapist
Meet the TrueMe Counseling Team
Evidence-Based, Personalized Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Families
At TrueMe® Counseling, we have built a team of carefully selected clinicians who share a commitment to structured, research-based care. Each therapist brings unique strengths, specialized training, and a genuine dedication to helping clients navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
Emotional well-being is not one-dimensional. That is why our team integrates evidence-based therapy with thoughtful, personalized care designed to support lasting change.
Meet Our Therapists
TrueMe® Counseling is a team of licensed MFTs and PhDs with decades of combined clinical experience.

Marina Edelman LMFT #51009
Founder of TrueMe® Counseling | Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Cheryl Baldi,
LMFT #39801
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Dr. Rachel Chistyakov, PsyD, LMFT #150001
Licensed Psychologist

Sharalee Hall,
LMFT #135374
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Chris Calandra, AMFT#129479
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist

Suzanne Perry,
AMFT #132904
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist

Hayley Willis, AMFT #132776
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist

Jasmine Johnson, AMFT #137660
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist

Kylee Garfield, AMFT #145651
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist

Sean Palmer, AMFT #
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Alumnis of TrueMe® Counseling previously supervised by Marina Edelman, LMFT:
Grounded in Training. Guided by Compassion.
– Hadley Tarantino
– Tanya Samuelian
Therapy Built on Intention and Integrity
Therapy should move you forward. Our team approaches each case with clarity and intention, helping clients gain practical insight that translates into meaningful, lasting change.
Structured Care Designed for Meaningful Progress
Every therapist at TrueMe® Counseling is selected for both clinical expertise and the ability to build strong, trusting therapeutic relationships. The work is focused, collaborative, and centered on steady, measurable growth.
You don't have to figure this out alone. Let's talk.
What You Can Expect
Clarity. Direction. Professional Depth.
- An intentional intake process that prioritizes fit
- Therapy grounded in advanced clinical training
- A collaborative process built on trust and transparency
- A steady, focused path toward emotional resilience
What Clients Are Saying
Individuals and couples share how personalized, evidence-based therapy helped them gain clarity, emotional safety, and renewed confidence.
Take the First Step Toward Change
If you are ready to begin, our team is here to support you with thoughtful, professional care tailored to your needs.