Our Team
Meet the Inward Healing Therapy Team
Meet our dedicated team of professionals, each bringing their unique skills and compassionate care to support your healing journey. From therapists to coordinators and support staff, we work together to ensure you receive the best experience, creating a safe and supportive space where you feel valued, understood, and empowered.
Samantha Arreola - LCSW
Founder & Therapist
My name is Samantha Arreola, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in diverse therapeutic settings. I am the founder of Inward Healing Therapy, where I support individuals through processing their childhood trauma and breaking free of the burden this has caused in their lives. I am passionate about supporting people in re-establishing their self-worth, unapologetically setting boundaries, and practicing self-love. I offer a straightforward approach: addressing these challenges with empathy and expertise fosters genuine, lasting change. My mission is to make transformative trauma therapy accessible to the San Diego community and throughout California.
Michelle Balisi - LMFT
Therapist
My name is Michelle Balisi, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to creating a safe, affirming space that honors your unique experiences. As a multicultural therapist, I strive to integrate mind and body in ways that promote healing and growth. I am passionate about supporting diverse individuals, honoring the intersections of culture, age, ethnicity, race, sexuality, gender, and language. My goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard, and valued. Together, we’ll explore the complexities of your experiences and work towards meaningful change. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey to wellness.
Tiffany Fuentes - LPCC
Therapist
My name is Tiffany Fuentes, and I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I am excited to join the Inward Healing Therapy team and community. I approach my role as a therapist with the goal of creating a safe place for you to process your thoughts and emotions, and to explore coping skills to change unhelpful behaviors. I have experience working with diverse populations, primarily those facing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, and trauma. I integrate psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches, along with mindfulness practices, to meet each client’s unique needs.
Vritika Parikh
Outreach Coordinator
Hey everyone! My name is Vritika Parikh and I am the Outreach Coordinator for Inward Healing Therapy. I am also a current senior at the California State University of San Marcos. I love every aspect of mental health and believe that the mind is a jelly that is constantly absorbing new information and growing beautifully. Self-care and self-love should be important parts of everyone’s life. One of the biggest tips I’ve learned while volunteering here is that you are deserving and worthy of rest - rest, but NEVER quit! In my free time, I like to go for long drives, shop with family and friends, and lounge on the couch.