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Experience Growth with Che Ajal Family Counseling Center 

Welcome!

At Che Ajal, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of behavioral health services to the communities we serve. Our approach to healing is rooted in fostering healthy attachment, offering a warm and secure space where individuals, children, families, and professionals can find support, healing, and growth.

We understand that everyone’s mental health journey is unique. Our therapists work collaboratively with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. All our therapy services are available in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all.

Founded by Beverly G. Fuentes, LMFT, Che Ajal Family Counseling Center was built on the foundation of providing inclusive, trauma-informed mental health care. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Beverly’s passion for understanding the brain-body connection guides the work we do, ensuring a holistic and culturally sensitive approach to therapy.

The name Che Ajal is deeply rooted in Beverly’s Guatemalan heritage. In the Mayan Q’eqchi’ language, Che means tree, symbolizing strength and growth, while Ajal (ah-hál) means awakening, representing a new beginning. 

Our Story

Our Services

We specialize in Brainspotting, Play Therapy, and Intergenerational Trauma Work, providing a space where all are welcome.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one therapy tailored to your unique needs, helping you achieve personal growth and healing.

Child & Adolescent Therapy

Specialized therapy for children & teens, providing a safe space to navigate emotional, behavioral, & developmental challenges.

Family Therapy

Family therapy helps improve communication, strengthen relationships, and create a supportive home environment.

Brainspotting 

A powerful, neuroscience-based approach to processing trauma and emotional pain by identifying and releasing stored distress in the brain.

Clinical Consultation
and Supervision

Seeking clinical supervision or Brainspotting consultation? We offer culturally attuned, trauma-informed mentorship. 

Play Therapy

A therapeutic approach that allows children to express their emotions, process experiences, & develop healthy coping skills through play.

Meet Our Team

We are a dedicated team of experienced professionals. Our staff utilize their own unique experience and skills to effectively support and contribute to our community members. We’re always looking to grow and stay ahead of the curve to provide effective consistent therapeutic services. Find out more about our team members below.

Beverly G. Funetes

M.S., LMFT, 106356 

Clinical Director, Supervisor

Beverly G. Fuentes M.S., LMFT, 106356 a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Mitzy D. Ruelas

M.S. AMFT, 131034

Clinician Supervised by Beverly G. Fuentes

Mitzy D. Ruelas, M.S., AMFT, a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist.

Lets Connect

For most of our clients, counseling is sought on a short-term basis to solve specific problems.

For others, therapy may be a longer-term process, focused on developing relationships, managing mental health issues and related symptoms, or personal growth.

Whatever your concern, we would be happy to have one of our therapists meet with you for a no-cost initial consultation. 

Please fill out our contact form and we will respond within 24 - 48 hours.

Payment Options: We accept insurance, private pay, and Sliding Scale programs based on financial need. We accept the following Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Kaiser SoCal, Magellan, Sharp, Optum, TriWest, and CALVCB.
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Beverly. G. Fuentes, LMFT
Mitzy D. Ruelas, AMFT

ADDRESS

2165 SAN DIEGO AVE STE 101
SAN DIEGO, CA 92110

CONTACT US

Tel: (619)779-0078 |  Fax: (619)407-9049

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