WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING LOW-COST, AFFORDABLE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNSELING AND SUPPORT TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
The Way Prevention and Treatment – Clinical Counseling Center offers affordable counseling services to the San Fernando Valley community. Our dedicated interns and paraprofessionals provide treatment in a warm and caring environment.
We offer in-person and telehealth options
Founders
Meet our highly qualified founders and administrators.
Ana L. Chavez-Mancillas, DSW, MSW
Dr. Chavez-Mancillas received her doctorate from the University of Southern California. She has 20+ years of experience providing bilingual and bicultural mental health and substance abuse services to children and families. Over the years she has served in various roles, including substance abuse counselor/specialist, case manager, therapist, program coordinator, team supervisor, and Program Director.
Dr. Chavez-Mancillas has 10+ years of experience supervising and managing teams, she is a collaborative leader with expertise in mental health, substance abuse, and team management. She has a Certification and an AS in Substance Abuse and Alcohol Counseling from Mount San Antonio College. She is a 2021 Fellow graduate from the National Hispanic and Latino Executive Leadership and Fellowship Program. She came to the United States in 1985 from Guatemala not speaking a word of English and has been living in California ever since. She has 24+ years in recovery and strives to help others not only with substance abuse issues but also other mental health issues as she fully understands that these issues more times than not go together hand in hand.
Hector Mancillas, M.Div.
Hector Mancillas, M.Div. is an ordained pastor, educator, and spiritual leader with over 25 years of experience. He excels in education, missionary work, parish ministry, and pastoral care, offering guidance in spiritual journey counseling, pre-marital counseling, conflict resolution, and more. Hector is fluent in Spanish and passionate about missionary outreach and community engagement.
He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Fuller Theological Seminary and currently serves as a hospice chaplain. He has previously served as senior pastor, co-pastor, associate pastor, and mental health worker. His extensive background includes teaching at theological seminaries and certification in counseling and community development programs.
Goals
By adhering to these goals, The Way Prevention and Treatment – Clinical Counseling Center aims to create a supportive and informed community dedicated to ending domestic violence and fostering an environment where all individuals can live without fear of abuse.
 | Prevention Education and Outreach | Develop and implement educational programs in the community to raise awareness about domestic violence and promote healthy relationships. |
 | Comprehensive Treatment Services | Offer a range of therapeutic services, including individual counseling, support groups, and trauma-informed care for survivors and perpetrators of domestic violence. Provide specialized programs for children and adolescents who have witnessed or experienced domestic violence. |
 | Community Engagement and Advocacy | Foster a network of support by collaborating with other agencies, service providers, and community organizations. |
 | Continuous Improvement | Identify best practices in domestic violence prevention and treatment. Continuously evaluate and improve our programs based on feedback from survivors and evidence-based practices. Stay abreast of emerging trends and issues in the field of domestic violence to ensure our services remain relevant and effective. |
Get Involved
Join us in our mission to create a supportive and informed community dedicated to ending domestic violence. Whether you need support or want to contribute to our cause, The Way Prevention and Treatment – Clinical Counseling Center is here for you.
Contact Us
Ready to take the next step? Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you or your loved ones on the journey to recovery and empowerment.