Health and Wellness Services

Meet the Wellness Center Staff

Alex Partida, MFT Trainee (he/him) was born and raised in the Bay Area. He is in his final year of a three-year Marriage and Family Therapy graduate program at the University of San Francisco. After working with children on the autism spectrum and with developmental disabilities, he is excited to bring his unique perspective on mental health to a college setting. In his free time, he enjoys going outside and exploring new places and hobbies.

Rashmi Guttal, MSW Trainee (she/they), is a Master of Social Work trainee, Queer, Differently-abled, South Asian woman born and raised in the South Bay (San Jose). She is in her final year of a three-year Social Work Graduate program at California State University, East Bay. In addition to school, Rashmi is a mediator, restorative justice practitioner, and racial justice facilitator, supporting the community with alternative ways to handle conflict and understanding identity dynamics. She is passionate about supporting the students at the College of Alameda with their mental health and whole-body healing. Rashmi enjoys teaching yoga, dancing, eating good food, meditating, hiking with friends, and petting dogs in her free time!

Sam Martinez, MSW Trainee (they/them) is a Master of Social Work trainee, queer trans person of color from Alameda. They are in their final year of their Master of Social Work program at San Francisco State University. They are excited to be returning to College of Alameda, not as a student, but as a part of the mental health team. They are passionate about supporting people, and they have a background in supporting youth and LGBTQ+ identified clients. A fun fact about Sam is that they spend all their money on food and eating out, so if you need a restaurant recommendation, they got you!

Mirisen Ozpek, AMFT (she/her), is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT156226). She aims to create a warm and supportive space where students can explore identity, self-worth, relationships, and life transitions. Mirisen has a background in research and special education. 

About the PCCD Student Health Clinic

The PCCD Student Health Clinic is managed in collaboration with Baywell Health (formerly West Oakland Health Council), a trusted community partner serving the Oakland area for over 50 years.

Services offered at the clinic are funded by the student health fee, ensuring that healthcare remains affordable and accessible to all Peralta College students.

Baywell Health’s mission is to advance the dignity and health of the Bay Area’s Black communities while offering a hub of well-being, inspiration, and connection.