Candace

After graduating from UCSB in 2017 with a degree in psychology, mental health has been a passion of mine for the past 11 years. Although I did not pursue further education to become a therapist or psychiatrist, I knew I still wished to work within the field. Even though I’ve only been with Manzanita Counseling & Wellness since June 2026, I have six and a half years of working within mental health offices under my belt.

Starting in 2020, right when the pandemic hit, I have been working on the administrative side. I find great joy in being the first smiling face a client sees upon entering the building and in assisting with any technical needs (i.e. billing questions, scheduling, intakes). Not only do I get to work with clients, but I am also grateful to assist the therapists with any questions they have to help their day. Working within a private mental health business allows me to directly support everyone on a personal level and keep the office running smoothly.