Tessa Wooden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with authenticity and resilience. Before joining Joyful Therapy Group she served as a Clinical Director at a leading treatment center in Southern California, specializing in eating disorder recovery. She’s known for being collaborative, humorous, and genuine—creating a safe space where clients feel supported and empowered.

Tessa has advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). She specializes in eating disorders, body image concerns, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, and mood disorders. She is passionate about helping clients feel seen and supported as they explore patterns, deepen self-understanding, and build more joyful connections. Tessa holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University.