Dr Julie Keck Olson, Ph.D.
Center Director and Supervisor Lic. #PSY14768

Dr. Olson says, "Welcome to Santa Margarita Solutions!  Having a personal therapist is like having a personal trainer for your love-life and career, ... someone who assists you to move your life forward toward your dreams and away from emotional pain and conflict. 

As a therapist, I am known to be calm, peaceful, understanding, focused, inspiring, challenging, and fun.  However, there are no quick cures when you are in emotional pain.  I can promise you that your feelings and behavior can change and that you can achieve the goals that you want for yourself if you put into action the ideas and understanding we uncover.  Creating a better life for yourself takes courage and self-awareness.  You will notice as soon as you walk into the Santa Margarita Solutions Center that it is easy to focus on yourself and you will gain a feeling of calm, focused control with higher confidence."




Mariam Harris, MA, MFTI

I am currently completing my Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Argosy University.   My supervisor says I have a natural talent for counseling and helping others to see what they need to do.   If you are not happy and would like to overcome fear and worry, call and let me help you!


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April Horsley, MA, MFTI

My main focus is on you and how I can help you.  I am a Doctoral Student at Alliant University in Los Angeles and I feel it is my duty to keep learning about the best ways to help people feel better fast. 

Stephanie Milne Murphy, M.A.
MFT Intern Registration No. IMF 57900

“People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun's out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is light within.” (Elizabeth Kubler-Ross). Healing takes time. Most of our lives, we muddle through, pushing along until the suffering becomes too much to bear and we are unable to hide it any longer from ourselves and others. I believe that it is at these moments that we are our best. Everyone has it within them; sometimes they just need someone to listen and other times they need some direction and support. Here at Santa Margarita Solutions, our focus is on helping you get back to a functioning life; one that builds upon your strengths rather than looking at what is lacking. I look forward to joining you on your journey.

Stephanie is a native of Southern California and lived in the Orange County area for most of her life. She received her master's in marriage and family therapy from Argosy University in Orange County, California. She is currently a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and is working towards completing her Psy.D. in clinical psychology with a concentration in Health Psychology.

Farnoosh Samiinia, MA, Counseling Intern

I am currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.  In addition, I am working towards receiving my Doctoral Degree in Psychology.  My approach to therapy is based on client’s expectations and goals with the emphasis of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (changing your thoughts can change your life).   Through a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment, we can explore past and present stresses that may be effecting important relationships or make you feel stuck.  

Since I am prelicensed, my fees are slightly lower than my supervisors, but it is like you are getting two therapists looking at your case.   Rates are affordable and based on the center's sliding scale.  

Mindia Gabichvadze, MA, MFTI

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. I provide
therapy for teens, individuals, groups and families.
I have worked in the substance abuse field, identifying
and treating dual diagnosis patients in an intensive
outpatient setting. 

Areas in which I particularly specialize include: Trauma,
 men's issues, adolescents, sexual/gender identity issues,
 parenting issues, anxiety/depression, couples therapy,
and addictions . I use a solution-focused and cognitive
 behavioral approach with clients and in treating families.

I often collaborate with other practitioners to optimize
clients' progress. I am flexible concerning hours.
Therapy is also available in Russian or Georgian, as
I speak both fluently.  As an intern, I am closely
supervised by Julie Olson, Ph.D. (PSY14768)
and have affordable rates.  I also have an office in Hollywood.

We are always looking for caring, motivated, enthusiastic, who want to build a counseling career with our organization. Typically, we have openings in the following areas:  practicum students, licensed therapists, volunteer fund raisers, receptionists, and event helpers.    Please read over the entire website and write an  email about how you think you might be of help to the organization.  Send the cover letter and resume  to drjulieolson@cox.net.  If your skill set and  interests are of need, we will contact you.

Receptionist - Someone who is caring and can answer the
phone professionally with a smile in their voice.  Morning hours
are needed most;  9-12:00AM.  Must sign a contract of
confidentiality. Organized, able to take good clear messages
and give paperwork to the clients to fill out.   Easy job for a
student as there will be much time in between duties to do their
homework. 
Ask for a stipend.


Fundraising Manager - Highly motivated fundraiser with
demonstrated experience in the field. Responsibilities includes
raising funds from donors and prospects. Must have experience
 in identifying, cultivating and soliciting gifts (including auction items)
from individuals through regular written, oral, or personal contacts,
 gatherings, house parties, ask events, black ties, and/or other
strategies. Must show outstanding writing, communication,
strategizing, team building, and relationship skills.
Position requires approximately 5 hours per week on a regular
basis and approximately 8 hours a week prior to annual fundraising
event.

Fundraising Assistant - Assist Fundraising Manager in all aspects of fundraising particularly with correspondence (donation forms, auction item requests, thank you's, etc...). Must have experience in MS Word and Excel or comparable spreadsheets program. Position requires approximately 2 hours a week on a regular basis and approximately 4 hours a week prior to annual fundraising event.