About Us

At Connecting Families MHS, we are committed to addressing the mental health disparities affecting minority populations. Poverty, systemic barriers, and distrust in healthcare have left many without the support they need. Our purpose is to bridge this gap by providing accessible, affordable, and culturally sensitive mental health services.

Our Approach

We believe in meeting people where they are. This means offering care within community settings—churches, homes, and centers—and addressing all the systems that impact our clients' well-being. For those who value religiosity or spirituality, we integrate these aspects into our therapeutic approach, recognizing their vital role in holistic healing.

Services

THERAPY

Affordable, client-centered mental health care focused on your well-being.

PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS

Specialized and detailed reports for immigration, asylum, and VAWA cases.

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Expert-led seminars and trainings on various topics in mental health and relational health.

CONSULTATION

Guidance on mental health program development and content creation.

CLINICAL SUPERVISION

Support for therapists in training to achieve licensure.

MENTORSHIP

Assistance with small business startups and achieving personal or professional goals.

Mission

To serve and offer hope to every family by restoring relationships.

Vision

Healing and well-being through meaningful relationships.

Values

Service, Hope, Collaboration, Commitment, Family, and Growth.

Meet our Founder

Vanessa Quintana earned her degree in Clinical Psychology from Montemorelos University before completing her Master's and Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy at Loma Linda University.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she serves clients in California and Arizona through her private practice, Connecting Families MHS. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Quintana is deeply committed to community engagement, offering workshops, seminars, and training sessions to promote mental health awareness and education.

The hope...

My family wasn't always as strong as it is now. In working with other families I saw so many struggle to connect, engage in a productive way, and stay united. I realized that what families need most is guidance and healing. Through this work I became self-aware of what I was doing to contribute to the disconnection and I made sure to change what I needed to change in me. Soon I saw how my new behaviors made a difference in those I loved most. I am determined to bring hope to families who've experienced challenges in letting them know there is another way to love and live.

At Connecting Families- Mental Health Services, we strive to create a world where mental health care is accessible, effective, and inclusive. Together, we aim to restore relationships, foster growth, and inspire hope for a better future. Contact us to learn more about how we can support you and your loved ones.

Get In Touch

Contact our team at Connecting Families to schedule an appointment or inquire about our services.

760-212-0128

vanessa@connectingfamiliesmft.com