About Us
Welcome to Groundwork Counseling Center
At Groundwork Counseling Center, we specialize in creating a supportive environment where individuals, couples, and families can navigate challenging emotions, develop healthier coping skills, and strengthen meaningful connections. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and leverage them to cultivate resilience, confidence, and hope for a brighter future.
Kim Meyer
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
AMFT#141068
Do you sometimes feel disconnected from yourself or unsure how to create the life you want? Many individuals experience feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, or find themselves stuck in patterns that no longer serve their well-being. You don’t have to navigate those feelings alone. I can help. I feel deeply honored to do this work as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and to walk beside clients as they rediscover their strength and capacity for healing.
My therapeutic approach is warm, person-centered, and humanistic, focused on creating a nurturing environment where clients feel seen, supported, and met exactly where they are. I believe deeply in the inherent wisdom each person carries, and I strive to offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where authentic connection and meaningful growth can naturally unfold.
Marlene Ibarra
Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT#135151
Marlene Ibarra is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California. In 2025, she established the Groundwork Counseling Center, where she is committed to providing evidence-based mental health services across the state. Marlene specializes in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, and self-esteem/relationship issues.
What sets her practice apart is her hands-on and tailored approach. As a devoted wife and mother of three, Marlene connects with each client personally, helping them navigate their most significant mental health challenges.