Meet Our California Therapists

Founder & Executive Director
Licensed Therapist - LPCC
Board Certified Art Therapist

With over 15 years as a therapist and non-profit leader, Renae founded OSTC to be unapologetically affirming, deeply inclusive, and centered on the unique needs of queer and trans folks, because queer-informed care isn't an add-on here, it's the foundation. That commitment shapes how the whole team hires, trains, and shows up, so clients see themselves reflected in the people supporting them. Renae also stays rooted in the broader community as a board member of the LA Queer Coalition and through OSTC's own Queerly Connected events, carrying that same intention and care beyond the therapy room

Renae is not taking therapy clients at this time.

Fee $300

Clinical Director
Licensed Therapist - LPCC
Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist
Certified Sex Therapist

Specializes in Sex Therapy, Body Awareness & Identity, Neurodivergence, and Creative Performer Development

Works with Adults, Couples, and Partners in Poly/ENM Relationships

Kristen uses a Somatic and Person-Centered approach.

In-Person & Virtual appointments available.

Fee $260

Licensed Therapists - LCSW

Specializes in Trauma, Racial and Intergenerational Trauma, Identity Exploration, Self-Worth, Life Changes, and Burnout

Works with Adults, Teens, Kids 8+, Families, Couples, and Partners in Poly/ENM Relationships

Allison uses a Decolonial Liberation and Person Centered approach

In-Person & Virtual appointments available

Fee $240

Licensed Therapist - LCSW

Focuses on Gender and Identity, Self-Compassion, Trauma, Depression and Anxiety.

Works with Adults, Adults 65+, Couples, and Partners in Poly/ENM Relationships

Gio uses Narrative, Relational, and Cognitive Behavioral Approach.

Virtual appointments available

Fee $220

Associate Therapist - AMFT
EMDR Trained
Bilingual - Spanish

Focuses on Radicalized and Intergenerational Trauma, Life Transitions, Sexuality/Identity Exploration

Works with Children of Immigrants, Adults, Teens, College Students, Families

Emily uses a trauma informed relational approach through a decolonized liberation/anti-racist lens.

In-Person & Virtual appointments available

Fee $220

Associate Therapist - AMFT

Focuses on Sexuality, Anxiety, Couples & Relationships, and High Achievers.

Works with Adults, Couples, Partners in Poly/ENM Relationships, and College Students

Terra uses an Emotion-focused, Somatic-Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic approach.

In-Person & Virtual appointments available

Fee $215

Associate Therapist - APCC
Registered Art Therapist

Focuses on Gender & Identity, Social Anxiety, Life Changes, and Peer Relationships

Works with Teens, Adults. Couples, Partners in Poly/ENM Relationships

Raven uses a person-centered approach, utilizing art therapy, Adlerian, and cognitive-behavioral therapies

In-Person & Virtual appointments available

Fee $190

Care & Operations Manager

At OSTC, every client is supported by our dedicated Care Manager, who serves as your guide throughout your therapy journey. From your first appointment to ongoing sessions, Shakara helps you navigate scheduling, answers questions about services, and ensures you feel confident and connected with navigating your therapy services. She is here to streamline your experience, so you can focus on what matters most—your healing and growth.

In-house Auditor

At OSTC, the quality of care our clients receive is made possible by the work happening behind the scenes, and Kalyn is a core part of that foundation. As our in-house auditor, Kalyn helps keep our systems accurate, transparent, and aligned with the standards of care we hold for our community. This attention to detail allows our clinical team to stay focused on what matters most: showing up fully for every client who walks through our doors. Kalyn's care for OSTC runs deep, rooted in a belief that a well-resourced, well-organized practice is one that can keep growing to meet the needs of the community we serve.

Social Media Manager

Sebastian is passionate about creating innovative, engaging ways to foster LGBTQ+ connection in digital spaces. He brings humor, creativity, and genuine care to OSTC’s social media presence—making it feel both vibrant and human. Slide into the DMs and say hi!

Event Production & Collaborations

Stephen is an event producer, coordinator, and connector for OSTC, blending a Seattle-rooted sensibility with ten years of NYC experience across nightlife, real estate, event production, and LGBTQ+ community activism. He loves the full arc of event creation—from big-picture concepts to bringing people together through Queerly Connected and LA Queer Coalition—and is driven by building meaningful, lasting community connections.

Non-Profit Accounting Services.

Open Space Therapy Collective is fiscally sponsored to ensure we can fully live our mission—expanding access to affirming services and creating meaningful community-building opportunities for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals.

President:
Renae Johnson, LPCC, ATR-BC, CCTP

Secretary:
Kristen Crowe, LPCC, BC-DMT

Treasurer:
Aaron Burns, EA