A compassionate space dedicated to healing, resilience, and emotional wellness.
American Young Hearts, Inc. is committed to delivering trauma-informed mental and behavioral health care that supports children, adults, and families in moments of need. Our mission is to offer compassionate therapy, crisis response, and prevention services that foster healing, strengthen resilience, and promote long-term emotional wellness within the communities we serve.
American Young Hearts, Inc. exists to enhance the mental, emotional, and social wellbeing of individuals and families. We provide accessible, culturally responsive mental health services, crisis intervention, prevention programs, and supportive resources for children and adults experiencing trauma, adversity, or behavioral health challenges.
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate.
Clinical Director + organizational story
Safety, compassion, accessibility, empowerment.
Belinda is a Clinical Therapist with eleven years of counseling experience supporting individuals, families, and groups across diverse behavioral health settings. Her professional background includes work with foster family agencies, therapeutic residential programs, private practices, counseling centers, and service provision as an independent contractor for the County of Riverside. She provides short‑term, goal‑directed treatment using evidence‑based practices that promote positive, strength‑based change.
Belinda is committed to community wellness and education. She has facilitated classes in parenting, anger management, and domestic violence, and regularly provides trauma‑informed training. Her greatest professional strength is her ability to build and maintain a trusted therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy, respect, and genuine connection.
She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management. She continues to expand her knowledge across the behavioral health and social service fields, ensuring that every client receives care aligned with the highest standards of practice.
Our communication style centers on active listening, empathy, and clarity. We prioritize creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. Active listening allows us to gain a deeper understanding of each client’s perspective, strengthen rapport, and tailor treatment to their unique needs.
We work with individuals who struggle with trauma, grief, anger, excessive worrying, anxiety, sadness, low self‑esteem, and social withdrawal. We understand how these experiences can affect daily functioning, relationships, and overall, well‑being. Seeking emotional support is an essential step toward developing healthy coping skills and improving both mental and physical health. When symptoms become overwhelming or difficult to manage alone, reaching out for professional support becomes vital. We are committed to helping clients navigate these challenges with compassion, structure, and evidence‑based care.
We believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful change. Before setting goals, we focus on building trust, safety, and connection. Once goals are established, they provide direction, motivation, and clarity, empowering clients to work toward desired outcomes.
Using a client‑centered approach, we collaborate with other mental health and social service professionals when needed to ensure coordinated, effective care. Together with our clients, we work to reduce symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and support long‑term healing. With consistent commitment, clients can create healthier patterns and build a life that feels more balanced, enjoyable, and aligned with their values.
Coverage That Supports Your Care. We partner with insurance providers to ensure clients can access compassionate, trauma‑informed services with ease. Our accepted plans help make therapy more affordable and accessible for children, adults, and families seeking support.
Take the next step toward greater well-being, connection, and personal growth in a supportive environment. Let American Young Hearts Therapeutic Services be part of your journey toward a brighter, healthier future.
American Young Hearts Therapeutic Services is committed to delivering trauma-informed mental and behavioral health care that supports children, adults, and families in moments of need.