About Nurture and Heal Counseling
A space to understand yourself.
A place to reconnect.
Relationships shape us— how we see ourselves, how we respond to stress, and how we connect with the people we love. When those relationships feel strained, or old patterns keep showing up, it can be hard to know where to begin.
At Nurture and Heal Counseling, we support individuals, couples, and families in understanding what’s beneath the tension. Together, we make room for honest conversations, greater self-understanding, and new ways of relating to one another.
An argument is rarely just about the dishes. Pulling away doesn’t always mean someone doesn’t care. And the reactions we struggle to change often have a history.
Our approach begins with curiosity. We explore how past experiences, family relationships, and learned ways of coping influence what’s happening today. Understanding these patterns can help you respond with more intention, express what you need, and build a stronger sense of connection.
We believe people are doing the best they can with what they know. Therapy offers space to learn something new— and support as you put it into practice.
Looking beneath the surface
Care that makes room for your story
You bring your own experiences, culture, relationships, and hopes into therapy. Those things matter here.
Whether you’re navigating personal challenges, feeling disconnected from your partner, or working through changes in your family, we begin by getting to know you and what you want to be different. Together, we work toward changes that feel meaningful in your everyday life, at a pace that respects where you are.
Meet Our Team
Get to know our therapists and find the right fit for you.
Stephanie Archinas-Murphin, LMFT
Attachment-focused therapy for couples, parents, and families.
Jamie Briseno, AMFT
Emotional and relationship support for children, teens, adults, and families.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A good starting point is to read each therapist’s profile and consider whose approach feels right for you. Stephanie focuses on parenting, couples, and family relationships. Jamie works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. If you’re unsure, contact us and we can help you explore your options.
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Yes. Let us know who you’re interested in working with when you reach out. We’ll discuss availability and whether their services align with the support you’re looking for.
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AMFT stands for Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. An associate has completed graduate education and provides therapy under the supervision of a licensed clinician while working toward independent licensure. Jamie Briseno, AMFT #165708, is supervised by Stephanie Archinas-Murphin, LMFT #101559.
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Yes. Jamie works with children and adolescents, as well as adults and families. Her approach is warm and collaborative, with respect for each person’s experiences, culture, and individual needs.
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You don’t need to know the name of a therapy approach or have a clear goal before contacting us. Share a little about what has been difficult and what you hope might change. We can help you explore a starting point.