Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Affordable, Compassionate Mental Health Counseling in Inglewood, CA
Open Paths Counseling Center has been dedicated to providing accessible mental healthcare since 1975. Our mission focuses on eliminating financial, geographical, and cultural barriers to therapy through sliding-scale fees, community partnerships, and culturally-affirming practices. With over 45 years of experience serving Los Angeles, we offer trauma-informed counseling, specialized programs for marginalized communities, and comprehensive therapist training. Our team of licensed professionals delivers services in English and Spanish, including EMDR therapy, intimate partner violence intervention, and school-based counseling. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards while continuously expanding our outreach to underserved populations.Our clinical training program develops culturally competent therapists through hands-on experience with diverse client groups. As a nonprofit organization, we prioritize community needs over profit, ensuring quality care remains accessible to all. Our commitment to transparency has earned us the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar. We operate both virtual and in-person sessions at our Inglewood facility, maintaining flexible scheduling options for client convenience. Through ongoing program development, we address emerging mental health needs in Los Angeles communities.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Support Groups
School-Based Counseling
Intimate Partner Violence Intervention
Parenting Classes
Clinical Training Program
Community Partnership Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer sliding-scale fees based on household income
- Our therapists receive specialized cultural competency training
- Bilingual services available in English and Spanish
- 45+ years of experience serving Los Angeles communities
- Trauma-informed care integrated across all programs
Associations and certifications
- GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults, adolescents, and children. Therapists use evidence-based approaches to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies while respecting cultural backgrounds and personal experiences.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps clients process traumatic experiences using specialized techniques developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, complex trauma, and chronic stress through structured eight-phase treatment protocols adapted to client needs.
Support Groups
We offer various support groups including social anxiety, women's empowerment, parenting classes, and specialized groups for LGBTQ+ individuals. These sessions provide peer support in safe, facilitated environments with professionally trained group leaders.
School-Based Counseling
Our school-based program provides free mental health services to students in Title 1 schools across Los Angeles. Therapists work onsite to address academic stress, social challenges, and trauma while maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
Intimate Partner Violence Intervention
This specialized program offers both individual and group counseling for survivors and those causing harm. Our approach focuses on trauma recovery, healthy relationship skills, and breaking cycles of abuse through evidence-based intervention strategies.
People
Sierra Smith
Executive Director
Sierra Smith leads Open Paths Counseling Center with over 15 years of experience in nonprofit mental health administration. She oversees strategic operations while maintaining connections to community mental health initiatives across Los Angeles.
Vonne Hong Perry-Burkhardt
Clinical Director
As Clinical Director, Vonne Hong Perry-Burkhardt supervises therapeutic programs and training initiatives. With extensive clinical experience, she ensures all services maintain trauma-informed, culturally-affirming practices across the organization.
Zari Hedayat
Clinical Supervisor
Zari Hedayat provides clinical supervision and oversight for therapy programs. Their expertise in multicultural counseling ensures trainees develop culturally competent practices while working with diverse client populations.
Lundun Love
Office Manager
Lundun Love manages daily administrative operations at Open Paths Counseling Center. They coordinate office logistics and client intake processes to ensure smooth service delivery for all counseling programs.
Carter Armstrong
Board Member
Carter Armstrong serves on Open Paths' Board of Directors, contributing governance expertise and community connections. As a local business leader, they help guide organizational strategy and community partnerships.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family counseling, EMDR therapy, support groups, intimate partner violence intervention, and school-based counseling programs.
Are your services available in Spanish?
Yes, most services are offered in both English and Spanish with bilingual therapists available.
How are therapy fees determined?
Fees use a sliding-scale based on household income to ensure affordability for all clients.
Do you offer virtual counseling options?
Yes, we provide both in-person sessions at our Inglewood location and virtual therapy options.
What training do your therapists receive?
All therapists complete cultural competency training and receive specialized instruction in trauma-informed care practices.
Can I get help with parenting challenges?
We offer court-approved Positive Parenting Classes and family counseling services to address parenting challenges.
