Peer voices — and where our clinicians teach.
Testimonials from former students and clinical colleagues, plus the training programs and institutions that shaped this team.
A note on what you'll find here
We don't ask our clients for testimonials.
Client testimonials are common in the therapy field, and they are the wrong practice for us. Asking a current or former client to endorse their therapist can quietly change the therapeutic relationship — introducing a subtle pressure to feel a certain way, or to keep feeling it. Once the practice becomes a stakeholder in your outcome in that specific way, some things get harder to say in session.
So what you'll find below is different. Our former students, supervisees, and clinical colleagues — the people who have watched Jasmeet and Fidel teach, supervise, and consult over many years — describe the clinical presence they know. What they describe is the same presence our clients meet in session.
The other thing we share, further down, is where our clinicians actually got trained. In a field where cultural competence, eating disorder expertise, and OCD training are frequently claimed and rarely credentialed, the institutions we came from function as their own kind of testimonial.
What our students and peers say about Jasmeet Bhullar, LMFT.
Jasmeet is Founder and Clinical Director of Align, and has been adjunct faculty at Pepperdine University for over ten years, teaching Master's-level clinical psychology. The voices below are from students and colleagues who have watched him teach.
Jasmeet Bhullar, LMFT
Founder & Clinical Director · CA BBS #117019
"The professor I recommend most consistently is Jasmeet Bhullar. The thoughtfulness, organization, and content of the class I took with Professor Bhullar was unparalleled. He presented the material clearly, concisely, and engagingly and continuously sought feedback on how to improve his already exemplary lectures. He has an amazing way of commanding the classroom with warmth and authenticity while also making room for discussion, curiosity, and differing points of view. I could not recommend taking a class with Professor Bhullar more." Katie Byam, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Jasmeet's lecture content is invaluable. I speak for many of my fellow students when I say this is the information you need to know when getting started as an Associate, yet it seems to be missing from many graduate programs. In this class, you will gain the knowledge necessary to enter the field confidently and competently. Jasmeet's course will prepare you to not only survive as a clinician, but truly thrive. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to take this course. It should be a requirement for all rising therapists!" Margy McCallum, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Jasmeet Bhullar's class is unlike any other I have taken in graduate school. The projects were relevant to the real world and a great way to explore my individual interests. I wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone who hopes to grow as a clinician and a professional!" Jojo Sarkar, AMFT LinkedIn
"Jasmeet Bhullar is warm and welcoming, cultivating an engaging, interactive learning environment. He skillfully breaks down complex and otherwise abstract theories and ideas into practical, functional tools. The interactive formatting of his lectures ensures that students walk away with valuable knowledge that is both useful and theoretically sound without stifling engagement or compromising content." Jonathan Griffin, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"I had the privilege of learning from Jasmeet Bhullar who left a lasting impact on me; their insights and guidance have been invaluable to my personal and professional growth. Jasmeet creates a thoughtful and calm environment when discussing a variety of therapeutic topics such as techniques for therapists, managing stress, and working through times of burnout." Sophia Moritz, MA in Psychology Student LinkedIn
"Jasmeet is the absolute best professor I had in grad school — so great, I built my schedule around taking additional classes specifically with him. His expertise in all areas of the mental health world is so valuable, and he knows how to meet students where they are and usher them along the way." Samantha Rosenblum, MFT Trainee
"Jasmeet isn't just incredibly knowledgeable, he truly cares about educating the next class of growing therapists. Cannot recommend trainings with him enough! We've all had lectures on burnout, but Jasmeet's coverage of the topic is the only one that actually resonated. Not only did he educate us on what burnout is and how to mitigate symptoms, but most importantly, he helped each of his students learn to recognize the early signs of burnout in themselves so that we could gain the ability to prevent full burnout. This is an invaluable tool that we all need to have." Samantha Rosenblum, MFT Trainee — on Jasmeet's burnout teaching
"I took a Theories of Counseling course with Professor Bhullar last year, and he is hands-down one of the best professors at Pepperdine University! He has an ability to break down complex topics in a thorough and straightforward manner, while prioritizing his students' feedback throughout the learning process. His interactive teaching style is both engaging and insightful, and I was left with a personalized understanding of mental health." Kimberly Montes, MA in Psychology Student
"Jasmeet was a wonderful resource to me as a student and is quite generous with his wealth of knowledge on starting your own business, managing burnout, and pursuing a career in higher education. I appreciated his kind, accessible take on practitioner burnout especially — this field loses too many passionate individuals due to the difficult balance of caring for others versus self-care." Casey Moore, MFT Trainee
"This class has been second to none in helping me hone in on the career path I want to take. It effectively provided me in-depth information about how to create a business plan in a way that I hadn't conceptualized before. It inspired me to be creative and lean into what works for me, not the industry. I'd take it again and still learn something new!" Jessica Miller, AMFT LinkedIn
"I took Professor Jasmeet for a Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy course. He was very helpful with the feedback he would provide during the theory/intervention role plays. His feedback and direction was specific to the student and their unique style/approach as a clinician." Val Posada, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Whether you are learning about DSM criteria or how to administer a specific intervention, Professor Bhullar always incorporates aspects of real world applications and lessons on professional development within his coursework. As a Psychologist in training, I have found his guidance to be hugely helpful during interviews and in my professional planning." Jessica Emde, PsyD Candidate LinkedIn
What our students and peers say about Fidel Quintanilla, AMFT.
Fidel is adjunct faculty at Pepperdine University and was previously Assistant Program Director for the treatment of Families, Couples, OCD and Depression at Psychological Care and Healing Center. The voices below include former students and a former Program Director who supervised him clinically.
Fidel Quintanilla, AMFT
Adjunct Faculty, Pepperdine University · CA BBS #125756
"Professor Quintanilla is an incredibly effective teacher, and his passion for mental health and his great skill as a therapist inspired me more than any other Professor. He has a unique authenticity in his interactions, and an ability to convey genuine empathy and caring while staying true to his values and supporting his students and clients. In particular, Professor Quintanilla greatly enriched my understanding of ACT and my confidence in using this modality and its treatment interventions. I aspire to incorporate Professor Quintanilla's teachings into my own practice and to tailor my own style of therapy after his in order to help my clients (and students) in the same meaningful way that he modeled for us in class. I highly recommend Professor Quintanilla as a teacher and a therapist, and I very much look forward to working with him in the future." Hayden Forster, MFT Trainee
"Professor Quintanilla provides rich knowledge in both practical and current evidence based techniques in therapeutic interventions. His expertise and easy going style of teaching makes the knowledge easy to retain and utilize in your own professional journey." Alexander Escobar, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Fidel is an amazing professor and mentor who is not only knowledgeable on a wide range of topics, but also takes the time to really care and to help mentor students. He is always willing to provide insight and advice and I personally have most appreciated his approach to burnout and balancing clinical work with self care." Brendan Stewart, MFT Trainee
"Fidel is personable, charming, professional, and very straightforward. He will have your best interest in mind when working with him. He's detail-oriented and communicates effectively and efficiently." Bianca Flores, MFT Trainee
"I absolutely love and appreciate how Prof. Fidel focuses on the application of techniques and theories. With multiple dimensions of techniques and theories being discussed and applied to case studies, I have gained a better understanding and so much more confidence in applying the techniques and theories with a mind that is able to think outside of the box." Tina Guo, MFT Trainee
"I had the privilege of taking one of Fidel's classes in my first semester at Pepperdine. Fidel managed to accomplish something rare in a university classroom: to teach the material in a practical methodology while actually caring about his students." Javeed Kassam, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"I whole-heartedly recommend Professor Quintanilla in your journey towards becoming a clinician. Taking his course helped me learn how to advocate for myself professionally and personally, and I was so grateful to learn more about salary negotiation, scheduling self-care, and trusting your judgment in the room with clients. I have no doubt he made me a more confident therapist, and he will open your eyes to the diverse opportunities available to you!" Casey Moore, MFT Trainee
"Beyond his knowledge of therapeutic techniques, Professor Fidel shared his personal experiences regarding private practice, working at a clinic, and the importance of self-care to prevent burnout. His honest insight into what it is like to be a clinician was invaluable, and his passion for the mental health field was evident throughout every class discussion. I am very grateful for the foundation and feedback he provided me in my first semester at Pepperdine." Jenelle DeMedio, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Fidel is an excellent professor! His wealth of knowledge and personal experiences in the field enriches the class. In addition, he invites guest speakers who specialize in various theoretical modalities, which really helps bring the course material to life. Fidel puts his students first and genuinely cares about teaching them and setting them up for success once they become associate and future licensed MFTs." Caitlin O'Donnell, MFT Trainee
"Fidel is truly a wealth of knowledge! I really enjoyed taking his course and appreciated his straightforward approach. Tells you what you need to know to succeed as a therapist and clinician. He truly is an example of practicing from an authentic place by showing up as you are while holding space for curiosity and learning. I could not recommend him more!" Daniella Leon, MFT Trainee LinkedIn
"Despite Fidel having a sense of humor, he can hold boundaries with clients that might not respect other people's boundaries. Fidel takes in more than most and should learn to say no. He does not have to take on every task presented to him. He works like he must continue to prove his worth, which is a good thing because he remains consistent daily. As a person, he is relatable and easy to talk to, which translates to being relatable to clients, and he can build a therapeutic relationship with most clients. Knowing that Fidel is on your team brings relief because you know when he starts a task, he will give you everything he has on that task." Honey Bianchi, Program Director and LCSW — from Fidel's PCHC clinical supervision LinkedIn
"Fidel is always striving to step up and develop. His ACT knowledge applied to life skills is a great asset for client integration and non-MH goals. He is very 'present' in the milieu which allows for greater support and immediate intervention. He is not only open to, but requests feedback and constructive criticism. In terms of growing edges, he has come leaps and bounds with balancing accessibility to clients with good boundaries. His charming self-deprecation can go a little deep and I wonder if he inadvertently minimises what he brings in professionalism, competency, life & clinical experience, culture. With all the above considerations, as his clinical confidence builds, his ability to manage a case completely will be excellent." Honey Bianchi, Program Director and LCSW — from Fidel's PCHC clinical supervision
About our associate therapists
The rest of the team.
Our other clinicians — Nazzi Vazira-Bhullar, LMFT, Molly Binenfeld, LMFT, Judy Tam, AMFT, Danielle Miller, AMFT, Elaina Envia, AMFT, and Julia Melvin, AMFT — are not currently in teaching roles that produce publicly-shareable student testimonials. Their training, credentials, and prior clinical roles are described in detail on their individual profiles. The specialty pages they lead — family boundaries, people-pleasing, OCD, disordered eating, relationship anxiety, and others — go into depth on their specific expertise.
All associates at Align are supervised by Jasmeet Bhullar, LMFT. The peer voices above about his teaching and supervision are, in a real sense, the closest available signal about the clinical presence you can expect across the whole team.