About Us
Experience & Compassion Dedicated to Your Mental Health
Channel Islands Mental Health Treatment Center has been helping people just like you and your loved ones break the debilitating cycle of mental health issues that ruin your life and those of your loved ones. Dr. Allison Hopkins PhD. has assembled the finest clinical staff in Ventura County to compassionately treat you or a loved one back to mental health. From your first call, you will find the experienced staff at Channel Islands Mental Health Center was the right decision. Caring, compassion, experience, and dedication to your complete recovery is their only goal.
Dr Allison Hopkins is the Founder and Clinical Director of Channel Islands Rehab. Dr Allison has been in the Behavioral Health field for more than 30 years. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Southern Methodist University, a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Amber University and her Doctoral degree in Human Services from Capella University.
In 2022, Dr. Hopkins was appointed as a Behavioral Health Commissioner for Santa Barbara County in District 1.
Dr. Hopkins has dedicated her entire professional career to working with high needs populations, such as people suffering from life-altering anxiety, trauma, and depression. Her work in creating the “Total Immersion Method” of treating these disorders has helped hundreds, if not thousands, of sufferers nationwide.
Allison Hopkins, Ph.D.
Founder/Clinical Officer
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over ten years of progressive experience in clinical mental health, specializing in family systems therapy and clinical supervision. I have provided individual, couple, and family therapy across multiple levels of care, including outpatient, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), residential treatment settings, and private practice.
My clinical work is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. II bring a strong foundation in DMH-compliant documentation, treatment planning, and outcome-driven care.
In addition to direct clinical services, I have extensive experience supervising associates and trainees, developing clinical curriculum, and delivering psychoeducational programming. I am passionate about fostering clinician growth, providing culturally responsive care, and supporting individuals and families in achieving meaningful, sustainable change.
Maresa King M.A. LMFT
I earned my degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I chose this career out of a deep desire to help others and to challenge the stigma surrounding mental health by understanding people in the context of their relationships, family history, and lived experiences. My approach focuses on working backwards—exploring familial origins and patterns—to support meaningful, lasting change. Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time with my family, practicing yoga, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Jasmine Gonzalez M.A. AMFT
Alex is a compassionate mental health professional with a background in education, behavioral health, and group facilitation. She has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in structured therapeutic and psychoeducational settings, supporting individuals with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and substance use through evidence-based groups focused on emotional regulation, self-compassion, values, and coping skills. Alex brings a strengths-based, relational approach to her work and is especially passionate about creating safe, engaging spaces where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported in their growth.
Her professional interests include group therapy, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and helping clients reconnect with their sense of purpose and self-worth. In her free time, Alex enjoys spending time in nature, working on creative projects, enjoying live music, exploring local coffee shops, and quality time with her chihuahua, Sky.
Alexandrea (Alex) Sabedra B.A.
Samson Shulman M.A.
Sam Nuno
Linda Arroyo LMFT
Megan Klebanoff M.A. AMFT