Email: michael@twsmach.org | Phone: 510-591-3374
Community Health Worker

Michael Garcia-Picazo (he/him) is a dedicated Community Health Worker and the Director of Mutual Aid & Community Health for Together We Stand (TWS). A lifelong grassroots organizer with deep roots in the Bay Area, Michael has worked extensively in harm reduction, mental health advocacy, and social justice. His lived experience in recovery fuels his passion for breaking down barriers to care, ensuring that underserved populations have access to the resources they need. At TWS, he leads the Department of Mutual Aid & Community Health (MACH), which provides street medicine, harm reduction, substance use treatment navigation, and behavioral health services to individuals experiencing homelessness and addiction.

Through street-based outreach, overdose prevention programs, and case management, he works to create a healthier, more resilient community.

Michael’s personal journey through loss and recovery has strengthened his commitment to harm reduction and public health advocacy. He actively pushes for equitable healthcare access, crisis intervention, and community-driven solutions to address systemic barriers. His leadership and dedication have earned him numerous recognitions for outstanding community service and organizing. Through his work at Together We Stand, Michael continues to uplift and empower individuals and families, bridging critical gaps in healthcare and social support. 

Email: sarah@freespirit-therapy.life | Phone: +1 (650) 474-5223

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #132603

As a licensed therapist with 15+ years of experience in mental health, I offer a personalized, holistic approach to healing. Whether you prefer in-office, telehealth, or the comfort of a home visit, I am here to provide you and your family with the support you need.

I hold certifications in traditional therapies, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and my education is in transpersonal psychology. My practice focuses on the mind-body-spirit connection, how our thoughts influence our emotions, and how our brain and body speak to each other. Sessions often blend traditional talk therapy with artsy elements like drawing, mindfulness, musical vibes, aromatherapy, and even a bit of movement. We're not just finding words; we're creating an understanding of your life. My job is to listen to your story, make reflections and suggestions, and cheer you on along the way! I am also trained as a Death Doula and provide End-of-Life care for individuals living with a terminal diagnosis.

My experience ranges from working in the K-12 school system to working in the field with people experiencing severe mental health symptoms and homelessness. I enjoy working with all ages, and especially love helping teens get ready to launch into adulthood.

I also work with my dog, Milo, who is available to provide comfort during in-person sessions. 🐶 

Email: kat@katherinechi-lcsw.com | Phone: +1 (650) 420-7761
Licensed Clinical Social Worker- LCSW #122142

For more than 25 years, I've served in community, educational, and advocacy support and counseling roles. I'm fascinated by each person's unique identity, as well as our ecological systems, and I have always sought to understand our biopsychosocial nature. I earned my Bachelor's in Biological Sciences at Stanford and Master of Social Work at USC in Children, Youth, and Families. Using my Pupil Personnel Services Credential, I provided school-based mental health services in San Carlos School District for 4 years.  

As a second generation Chinese/Taiwanese-American, I grew up in rural New Jersey, and I am fluent in conversational Mandarin. I love hiking the Bay Area's open space preserves, taking in the sight, sound, and scent of the ocean along the Pacific coast, and enjoying a big, deep laugh every day. I'm an avid geocacher, reader, board gamer, and foodie, and I spend my free time with my two adult daughters and one adult son. I try to bring a warm smile, my down-to-earth personality, and an open heart everywhere I go.

Email: jenaly@twsmach.org

Jenaly Carreño is a 21-year-old tattoo artist and proud Bay Area native of Chinese, Peruvian, and Chilean descent. As the Co-Founder of Rights Over Borders, she is deeply committed to advocacy and community empowerment.

Raised in a trilingual household as the eldest daughter and granddaughter, Jenaly’s family instilled in her a profound connection to her heritage. Cantonese was her first language, followed by Spanish, and by first grade, she was fluent in English. Her grandparents ensured that traditions remained intact, passing down cultural wisdom and family stories that shaped her values. Rooted in humility, resilience, and strength, virtues carried through generations, she channels these principles into her activism today.

Before founding Rights Over Borders, Jenaly was actively involved in nonprofit work, contributing to Manos Unidos Contigo Perú during high school. Over the past year, she has collaborated with ECR Pub and organizations such as PAL Redwood City to support initiatives like Toys for Tots, further demonstrating her dedication to social impact and community-driven change.