Meet Our holistic team 

Life by Design Therapy offers a range of holistic and somatic psychotherapy services to support your growth, healing, and empowerment. Click below to learn more about our therapists!

 

Melody Wright, LMFT
Founder

Hi, I’m Melody Wright, LMFT (she/her) and I am the founder of Life by Design Therapy. I work with clients looking to heal from relational wounding who aspire to create lasting change in their lives. I utilize somatic therapy in my work with clients because the body is so important and can provide the path to lasting change, growth, and deeper understanding.

 
 

Rachel Eisenstat, AMFT, APCC

In-Person and Online Sessions

Hello, my name is Rachel Eisenstat (she/her) and I am a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe therapy is a tool to bring us into deeper relationship with ourselves and our aliveness. Using a trauma-informed, and somatic-based lens, I aim to support your innate capacity to heal by uplifting your strengths and prioritizing your internal sense of safety and belonging. My style integrates attachment theory, trauma theory, Hakomi Mindfulness therapy, Parts work, and Polyvagal Theory. I draw from my background in movement and dance studies, social justice activism, neurodivergent, queer, and spiritual communities to help curate a welcoming and holistic practice. It’s an honor to witness your journey.

 
 
 
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Erica Casco, AMFT

In-Person and Online Sessions

My Name is Erica Casco (she/her/ella) and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I am deeply committed to supporting you on your journey towards mental health and wellness. I believe that with the right support and guidance, you can overcome your struggles and achieve your full potential in your healing process. I am dedicated to creating a safe and open space for hope and healing, incorporating spirituality and a range of holistic therapeutic techniques tailored to your specific needs. 

 
 

Tiana Brawley, ASW

Online Sessions

Hello, my name is Tiana Brawley and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I work holistically blending Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Narrative Therapy, and Attachment. I specialize in working with BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ and nonbinary individuals and communities.  In therapy, I bring my openness, warmth and authenticity and I enjoy supporting clients who are struggling with major life transitions and looking to heal from systemic and environmental factors.

 
 

Krystal Williams, LMFT, LPCC

Online Sessions

Hello! My name is Krystal Williams (pronouns she/her/hers) and I am a Licensed Somatic Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. My background includes working with diverse communities including children, teens, families and adults. I work holistically blending multiple forms of therapy including mindfulness, expressive art, and nature, with a focus on the mind-body connection.

 
 

Christine Pess, LMFT

In-Person Sessions

Hi, my name is Christine, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in Human Sexuality. I believe therapy is a place to practice authenticity, to heal woundings and to build a greater capacity for relationship with self and others. I strive to maintain an awareness of how culture context, societal pressures and family of origin can separate us from our true selves, and how effective psychotherapy can teach us how to know and follow what we want and need.