Deputy District Attorney Los Angeles County

“Learning to navigate mental health challenges is a necessary aspect to living a fulfilling life. Seeking advice and guidance from a qualified, knowledgeable and experienced mental health provider is critical in addressing mental wellness. Taniesha Horton, LCSW is a passionate, knowledgeable, and experienced clinical therapist who delivers expert advice for anyone dealing with a mental health crisis. I was fortunate to participate in a program entitled “Surviving or Thriving: The Aftermath of 2020” where Ms. Horton was one of the expert panel presenters. This workshop focused on educating the audience about navigating through various traumas while building spiritual and emotional resiliency. She delivered important, relevant and helpful advice on a multitude of issues including helping a loved one experiencing suicidal ideations. Ms. Horton incorporates the practical as wells as the spiritual components that focus on a holistic approach to healing. I would recommend her to anyone seeking assistance in coping with the varied mental health needs that arises in this fast paced and ever changing life.”

“I was surviving, now I’m beginning to thrive. My name is Brannon Rowan and I had the pleasure of listening and learning from Taniesha Horton as she presented for a workshop titled Surviving or Thriving: The Aftermath of 2020. One of the challenging things that I have experienced is not understanding if the emotions or pain that I felt from loss of family, having major life transitions, seeing traumatic events on social media, and more was normal. I always thought that I was either being too pessimistic or too cynical, but didn’t put together that I was dealing with various forms of trauma and living in a variety of stages of crisis modes. I was finally able to put words to the experiences that I lived through and basically survived from. By doing so I have the ability to face these things head on. To not try to avoid coping with them. Now I’m in a better state, and not only that I’m on the lookout for statements and phrases my friends and family have experienced. Not to diagnose but to be empathetic. Through Taniesha’s sharing and vulnerability of interweaving some of her traumatic experiences I felt heard and felt empathy! So I’m truly thankful for the little bit that I’ve heard from Taniesha Horton and I know that if this little bit helped me, she can truly help people thrive for the rest of their lives!”

“I had the privilege to be a part of a Diversity and Inclusion group with Taniesha Horton, LCSW. The group developed a mental wellness workshop focusing on processing personal crisis and trauma especially relating to the pandemic and multiple conflicts/crisis that occured in 2020. Taniesha was instrumental in developing the content. As one of the main speakers Taniesha was able to break down different types of trauma in ways that were easy to process and digest. Her ability to provide personal experiences as well as professional knowledge made the workshop very relevant, personable, and intuitive.”

“Taniesha’s presentation in the Surviving or Thriving Workshop was highly informative and influential. Taniesha’s knowledge, professionalism and ability to convey concepts in an articulate manner that is comprehensible, is an admirable skill set! She is a wealth of knowledge in the mental health field. Thank you Taniesha for a wonderful and insightful experience!”

“I had an opportunity to watch Taniesha speak at the “Surviving or Thriving” workshop and she did an amazing job. She was very insightful and knowledgeable about mental health. I’m happy I was able to attend. Overall I believe she’s an amazing therapist and speaker. Keep up the good work Taniesha!

“Taniesha is an amazing speaker and inspiring colleague. She is well-versed on the various micro and macro impacts of trauma on a person. Her trauma-informed approach is an asset to her clinical work.”

“I attended the surviving or thriving workshop in which Taniesha was a presenter- and was instantly glad that I did. What she shared regarding the levels and intensity of impact social and current day issues have on mental health was so thorough and informative- I saw the importance of relief through education in a new light. Taniesha’s passion for the field carried through so directly and compassionately- you could tell she was there to give of what she had and then some. Her concern for each individual whether a caretaker, friend, or someone struggling personally with mental health issues was so clear in how she answered questions and provided her professional insight and clarification as a necessary piece to the workshop. And all with her warm, illuminating smile! She brought you in, and shared her heart and passion in hopes that it would serve some area of your life, and that was inspiring.”

"Taniesha Horton was an amazing and talented speaker who provided insight and thought provoking ideas to help guide individuals and families who are experiencing mental health issues. I learned something new, useful and inspiring from her presentation that I could use in my everyday life and practice, thank you for the informative presentation!"