Meet
Our Team

Don Canja (he/him) holds a BA in Psychology and is currently working toward his Master's Degree in Disability Studies. He has over five years of experience working with neurodivergent adults and he is passionate about helping people reach their full potential and accomplish their goals. Don is a fitness enthusiast, a sports fan, a Disney and Marvel fan, and an animal lover. In his free time, Don loves to play video games, listen to music, travel and play with his two dogs.

Shatari Cooks (she/her) holds a MS degree in Criminal Justice and recently received a MSW in Social Work. She is currently registered with the BBS and is working towards licensure. Shatari began her career working with children and families in the foster care and dependency court system in California, as she continues to work with the current population and helps provide transitional housing for former foster youth. She has over 13 years with working with adults and children with Autism Spectrum disorders and Mental Health. Shatari is passionate about helping people accomplish goals. Shatari enjoys fitness, music, meditating and animals.

Fatima is an Advance LA coach and Employment Specialist at The Help Group. She graduated from Cal State Dominguez Hills with a major in Sociology and a minor in Psychology. While her current focus is on mental health, Fatima also has experience working with children in foster care and as a makeup artist. She enjoys expressing her creativity and enhancing natural beauty through skincare and makeup, alongside her passion for helping others and working within the community. An avid animal lover, Fatima is a dedicated dog mom to a Cocker Spaniel, a Belgian, and a Labrador, and she enjoys taking them on walks to the beach in her free time.

Neena (she/her) holds her BA in Psychology from CSUN. She is also currently pursuing her MS in Counseling at CSUN, with an expected graduation of December 2024. Neena has experience mentoring young adults to reach their goals on college campuses while working at Los Angeles Valley College and at CSUN. Neena also has experience working with middle school students providing mental health services and working at an after-school program. Neena is passionate about destigmatizing mental health and helping others reach their potential. In Neena's free time, she likes to go on walks, bike, listen to music, and bake. Although not an expert, Neena enjoys making treats to put a smile on her loved ones' faces.