Our Mission
Elevate Mental Health was created to help your psychological wellbeing so that your live can be fulfilling and meaningful.
We strive to do this by providing a safe and comfortable environment with experienced counselors, evidence based therapy approaches and supportive techniques that are tailored to meet your individual needs.
Meet The Team
Robert Sack, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist/ Owner
Dr. Sack is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY23839) who conducts individual, couples and family therapy. He also conducts a wide array of psychological assessments for the State of California, Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, attorneys, schools and businesses. Dr. Sack works with a wide variety of clients, but he specializes in working with teenagers and young adults, along with their family/support systems.
He is an interactive, reflective therapist who provides support, insight and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. He integrates complementary methods and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each person. With respect and understanding, he works with each individual to help build the strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. The goal in therapy is to not just "fix" the current problem, but to also help you identify and work through the foundational issues.
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Accepting new clients: Waitlist.
Fees: $250.00- $350.00
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Dr. Whillma Quenicka, PhD, RAS
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY30598) Registered Addiction Specialist (Q0912032016)
Welcome to your healing journey! I am proud of you for being courageous; for reaching out for help and for making a decision to start being more in charge of your present life. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of California, a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist, and a Registered Addiction Specialist. My passion is to work with adolescents, young adults, and adult clients who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders and substance use disorders that are motivated to increase their strength and potential so they can have rewarding fulfilling lives. I do not believe that we are our past or that we are what happened to us. It is a part of who we are but does not define who we will become.
My goal is to provide hope, healing, and a positive attitude, to empower you to take charge of your life. I believe that we are not a product of our circumstances, but we are a product of our decisions. My goal is to empower you with knowledge about boundaries setting by focusing on things that you can control and change, and on how to build adaptive coping strategies. I can help you identify and process unhealed wounds or unresolved issues. I am committed to showing you how to shift your mindset, make attitude adjustments, and to create a more balanced life.
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Accepting new clients: Yes! (In person and telehealth)
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Therapy Fee: $250-300 EMDR Fee: $250-300 ​
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Sierra Whittaker, M.S.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 159646)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.
Hi, I’m Sierra Whittaker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #159646), and I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, stress, and life transitions. Whether you're facing academic pressure, career challenges, family dynamics, or a major shift in life, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.
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My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. I meet you where you are—at your pace—while helping you gain deeper insight and build effective coping skills.
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If you’re ready to explore what’s holding you back and take steps toward lasting change, I’d love to support you. ​
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Insurance Accepted: United Health Care, Optum, UMR
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Accepting new clients: Yes! Both in person and online.
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Fees: $165.00-$200.00
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Book Your Appointment With Sierra Today!
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*Sierra is under the direct supervision of Dr. Robert Sack (PSY23839), owner and director of Elevate Psychological Services, Inc.
Lara Buckley, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Buckley is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY33291). She provides individual therapy to teens, young adults, and their support systems, who are experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, attention, concentration, life transitions, social deficits and other concerns. Dr. Buckley is also trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She also conducts neuropsychological, educational and general psychological assessments.
Dr. Buckley believes that therapy is a process and that this process will look differently for each individual. She is client-centered and skills oriented in her approach, frequently utilizing Cognitive Behavioral techniques (CBT) in her practice to assist those she works with in developing skills, insight, and resiliency to more effectively manage the challenges they experience.
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Accepting new clients: Yes! Both in person and online.
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Fees: $175.00-$250.00
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Carly Makie-Bennett, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Carly Makie-Bennett, MSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Bachelors and Master’s degree in Social Work from The University of Southern California. Her emphasis is in adolescents, emerging adults, and their families. She has provided therapy for those dealing with depression, anxiety, school and family related issues, and relationship strain.
Her areas of expertise include: stress, anxiety, depression, performance mindset, and family dynamics as well as personal growth and development. She especially enjoys working with athletes. Prior to being a therapist, Carly was a division 1 athlete at USC and has trained various athletes from diverse backgrounds for over a decade.
Carly utilizes a multidimensional approach to therapy, exploring each individual’s biological, psychological, social and spiritual needs. She desires to come along side others to assist them in healing from trauma, building self-worth, improving communication in their relationships and ultimately obtaining their desired outcomes.
She does this by providing support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help build on their strengths and attain personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
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Accepting new clients: Yes! Online only at this time.
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Fees: $175.00-$250.00
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