Magan Torres, LMFT
Magan Torres is a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals, families, and children navigating mental health and substance use challenges. Currently practicing at St. John’s Community Health, she provides evidence-based therapy, including individual, group, and family interventions, for clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Her approach is grounded in empathy, lived experience, and a strong commitment to creating affirming, supportive therapeutic environments.
Magan began her career as a substance use counselor and quickly advanced to become a licensed therapist in 2025. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including recovery centers and LGBTQ+ community organizations, delivering tailored interventions and facilitating holistic care through multidisciplinary collaboration. Her dedication and skill have earned her recognition in the field, including being named Counselor of the Year in 2022. Currently, she is pursuing her PhD in General Psychology: Cognition and Instruction at Grand Canyon University, furthering her expertise and expanding her impact in the mental health field.
Passionate about helping others, Magan draws inspiration from her ability to relate to the clients she serves, guiding them through challenges with compassion and understanding. She values perseverance, hard work, and creating meaningful connections both in her professional and personal life. Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time with children, engaging in creative projects, and appreciating music, all of which inform her holistic and human-centered approach to therapy.
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• PhD Student
• Master of Arts in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Grand Canyon University – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology - In Progress
• California Southern University – Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
• California State University-San Bernardino – Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology
• Cum Laude – California Southern University
• American Psychological Association
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to hard work, perseverance, and the ability to relate to people who share similar life experiences. I began my career as a substance use counselor, earned my license in therapy in 2025, and continued my education to become a licensed therapist. I find my work incredibly rewarding, helping children and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. There were times I felt like giving up, but I kept moving forward, and my dedication has allowed me to earn recognition, including Counselor of the Year in 2022, and pursue my PhD in Psychology.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is to never question whether I am competent enough. Trusting in my skills and training has given me the confidence to grow professionally and provide the best care for my clients.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is simple: don’t give up. Persistence, patience, and a genuine desire to help others are key to building a meaningful and successful career in mental health and therapy.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are creativity, nurturing relationships, and finding balance in life. I love spending quality time with children, enjoying music, and making spaces more welcoming and comforting, both at work and at home.