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Folsom Lake College provides mental health and wellness services to all currently enrolled students, including individual and group therapy as well as training and workshops on a variety of topics. Our services are delivered by licensed therapists and trainees/interns who are supervised by licensed clinicians and are working towards becoming licensed themselves.
Services Offered
Our services are designed to:
- Improve students' understanding of themselves
- Create and maintain healthy relationships
- Improve academic success
- Make satisfying career and life choices
Short-Term Therapy
We utilize a short-term therapy model that focuses on helping students clarify their concerns and work towards the resolution of difficulties. Students who would benefit from longer-term support may be referred to other services such as specialized campus resources, a provider within their insurance network, or a community agency.
Student Groups and Workshops
We offer group therapy and workshops with the intention of increasing knowledge of mental health and wellness, increasing social support, and building coping skills. Mental Health and Wellness Services offers various groups throughout the year. Check back to see the latest offerings. If there is a group that you are interested in that is not listed, then please let us know. We may be able to start one!
Staff and Faculty Training
We offer training and seminars on various topics related to mental health, wellness, and social-emotional functioning. Training is scheduled throughout the year and can be requested by staff and faculty.
Upcoming Events
Resources
If you are having a difficult time coping and are in need of some support, Health Services can help. Through our academic counselors, campus therapists, online therapists, mental health tools, and community resources we are here for you.
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room or access one of the following resources:
- Crisis Text Line: Text Courage to 74174. 24/7 mental health support.
- County Crisis Hotline: (916) 732-3637 or just dial 988
- Suicide Crisis Line: (916) 368-3111
Sacramento Mental Health Urgent Care
Sacramento Mental Health Urgent Care provides walk-in mental health urgent care.
(916) 520-2460
2130 Stockton Blvd, Building 300
Sacramento, CA 95817
TimelyCare Telehealth for Students
TimelyCare Telehealth provides 24/7 medical and mental telehealth care for all students as part of our Health Services program. When you're feeling sick or overwhelmed, you can talk to a licensed provider from your smartphone or any web-enabled device for free.
Campus Therapists
Starting Monday, September 19, all campuses will offer expanded in-person mental health services. Megan Miller, a mental health intern, will be available to meet with FLC students on Mondays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Main Folsom campus in FL1-36 (Check in to meet with Megan at Counseling in Student Services in FL1-38, front counter).
To request an appointment, complete the Mental Health Student Self-Referral Form
Dr. Tameka Jackson is available for short-term therapy appointments for FLC students (maximum 3 visits). To make an appointment with Dr. Jackson, call Counseling at (916) 608-6510, or email Dr. Jackson directly at tameka.jackson@losrios.edu. Dr. Jackson or Counseling will determine if this service is a good fit, and address any academic or basic concerns.
WEAVE Advocate
The WEAVE Confidential Advocate is available by phone for students or employees who have experienced any form of sexual harassment or violence and want support or information.
CampusWell
CampusWell is an online student health magazine with current and relevant health topics and self-care guides.
Mindwise
Mindwise is a mental health screening tool with self-care resources.
California Peer Run Warm Line
California Peer Run Warm Line is a non-emergency resource for anyone in California seeking mental and emotional support.
(855) 845-7415 - A non-emergency resource for anyone in California seeking mental and emotional support related to challenges with interpersonal relationships, anxiety, pain, depression, finances, alcohol/drug use, etc.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress.
(800) 273-TALK (8255) or just dial 988
Support Groups
Counseling Department
Contact
Main Folsom campus: (916) 608-6510
El Dorado Center: (530) 642-5645
Rancho Cordova Center: (916) 361-6321
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am to 12:00 noon
Location
Aspen Hall, FL1-38 (Front counter)
FLC Counseling Faculty provide confidential, short-term, academic & personal counseling to help students with life issues that may interfere with academic success. Crisis intervention services are available to students who are experiencing acute emotional distress and require immediate attention. If you experience a health/mental health emergency after Counseling Department hours, please call 911.
College Nurse
Contact
Mary Hansen
hansenm@flc.losrios.edu
(916) 608-6782
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Location
FL1-52/FL1-53
Health and Wellness Services emphasizes health and wellness promotion and illness prevention. Most services and all workshops are free to students. The College Nurse can help a student develop a plan to manage chronic conditions, provide instructions for self-care of an illness or injury, and/or give referrals to appropriate community resources that meet a student’s unique needs.
We provide wellness coaching, advising, support for mind/body/spirit, assisting/listening to student’s needs and problems, work with students on wellness goals or healing solutions, and offer referrals as needed for therapy or mental health counseling.
Center for Excellence “CFE”
Contact
Leslie Tungland
Ltungland@wellspacehealth.org
(916) 585-1013
Hours
Wednesday: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Location
Aspen Hall, FL1-108
Provides support for short-term mental health concerns or assessment, and assistance with community mental health resources as needed. WellSpace is located inside the CFE. Limited appointments may require meeting with an FLC Counselor in advance. To schedule an appointment to speak with the mental health provider, please call or text.
WEAVE
Contact
WEAVE@losrios.edu
WEAVE Counseling Center
(916) 568-3011
Crisis Line: (916) 920-2952
Website
Hours
In-Person
Tuesdays: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Phone
Tuesday to Thursday
Location
Aspen Hall, FL1-108
- There is a WEAVE Confidential Advocate available to FLC students in person on campus
- You can find more information about the WEAVE Confidential Advocate on the Los Rios Title IX website
Turning Point Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic
Turning Point Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic provides individual and family services including but not limited to crisis intervention and counseling, psychiatric medication evaluation, a safe space, linkage to on-going services and community supports, and integrated co-occurring mental health and substance abuse crisis assessment. Services are provided on a walk-in basis, and are free regardless if insured, non-insured or undocumented.
Contact
(916) 520-2460
Hours
Monday to Friday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location
2130 Stockton Blvd, Building 300, Sacramento, CA 95817
University of Phoenix Counseling Center
University of Phoenix Counseling Center provides free mental health counseling for depression, anxiety, trauma, relational problems and stress. Culturally competent individual, couples and family counseling. Services provided by graduate interns supervised by doctorate mental health clinicians.
Contact
(530) 307-0101
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 3:00 to 8:00 pm
Location
2860 Gateway Oaks Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95833
Elica Health Centers
Elica Health Centers offers comprehensive behavioral health services, including substance abuse treatment, provided by licensed therapists and certified counselors. Health insurance enrollment assistance. Sliding scale fee for those who qualify.
Contact
(855) 354-2242
After hours clinical advice line: (888) 831-6032
Hours/Location
Arden-Arcade
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
1750 Wright St., Sacramento, CA 95825
Midtown
Monday to Saturday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
3701 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95816
West Sacramento
Monday to Saturday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
155 15th St., West Sacramento, CA 95691
WellSpace Health Community Health Center
WellSpace Health Community Health Center provides counseling, psychiatry, and medication management, mental health evaluation, and suicide prevention. Private pay $10-$50 per visit (sliding scale based on income). If you do not qualify for sliding scale, accepts straight MediCal and MediCal plans designated to WellSpace.
Contact
Crisis Chat by Text: (916) 668-iCAN (4226)
Rancho Cordova
(916) 313-8433
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
10423 Old Placerville Rd., Sacramento, CA
Roseville Community Health Center
(916) 737-5555
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
5 Medical Plaza Dr. Suite 170, Roseville, CA
San Juan Community Health Center
(916) 313-8433
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
5959 Greenback Lane Suite 500, Citrus Heights, CA
Folsom Community Health Center
(916) 313-8433
1710 Prairie City Road, Folsom, CA
TLCS Crisis Respite Center
TLCS Crisis Respite Center will serve any individual in Sacramento County who is at least 18 years of age experiencing a mental health crisis but is not in immediate danger to self or others. All individuals utilizing the respite center may be eligible to stay up to 23 hours and expect service based on compassion, understanding, and knowledge.
This program offers:
- An innovative and unique alternative service to traditional emergency room and inpatient care.
- A welcoming, comfortable and home-like atmosphere, providing the individual in crisis or at risk of going into crisis a place to stabilize in a safe and supportive environment.
- Culturally competent care provided by multilingual staff.
- A holistic recovery.
- Advocacy and information.
Contact
(916) 737-7483
Hours
24/7
Location
650 Howe Ave. Bldg. 400-A, Sacramento, CA 95825
Center for Counseling and Diagnostic Center
Center for Counseling and Diagnostic Center offers individual, couple, family, and children’s counseling. $100 flat fee for a semester for non-student community members (max 14 sessions). Free for students K-12, and College students.
Contact
ccds@csus.edu
(916) 278-6252
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Location
California State University Sacramento
6000 “J” Street, Sacramento, CA 95819, Eureka Hall Rm 421
Midtown Counseling Center
Serves women, men, teens, and children who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking. Provides assessment of danger of individual situations, individual and group counseling, a support person, safe housing, legal assistance etc.
Contact
(916) 448-2321
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am to 6:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location
1900 “K” Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Sierra Vista Hospital
Sierra Vista Hospital offers free 45 min. mental health assessment and referral if needed. Provides intensive inpatient psychiatric services for adolescents and adults. Private pay, private insurance, Medicare, and MediCal.
Contact
(916) 288-0300
Location
8001 Bruceville Rd., Sacramento, CA 95823
The Folsom Sierra Wellness Clinic
The Folsom Sierra Wellness Clinic provides mental health treatment for adults and adolescents in the Folsom, CA area. Folsom offers a partial hospitalization program and an intensive outpatient program for adults. For adolescents ages 13 to 17, the clinic offers an after school based intensive outpatient program. Similar payment modalities as Sierra Vista Hospital.
Contact
(916) 805-5520
Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 2:20 pm, 3:30 to 6:30 pm
Location
520 Plaza Drive, Suite 100 Folsom, CA 95630
Windows of Hope
Windows of Hope offers individual, couple and family counseling services. Fees are on a sliding scale based on income.
Contact
(916) 412-5679
Location
1098 Melody Ln. Suite 101, Roseville, CA 95678
Sacramento LGBT Community Center
Sacramento LGBT Community Center has trained peer facilitate support groups for LGBT youth and adults, groups for coming out and transgender support groups. Services for homeless LGBT. Assistance in finding LGBT-affirming counseling referrals.
Contact
(916) 442-0185
Hours
Monday to Friday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location
1927 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Gender Health Center
Gender Health Center provides counseling, education, and advocacy for the under-served. Specializes in gender and sexual identities.
Contact
(916) 455-2391
Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location
2020 29th St. Suite 201, Sacramento, CA 95817
Sacramento Native American Health Center
Sacramento Native American Health Center Mental health, domestic violence, suicide prevention, and substance abuse counseling. You do not need to be Native American to get services. Accepts straight MediCal, MediCal with a referral from one’s regular doctor, or private pay based on a sliding scale, depending on one’s income.
Contact
(916) 341-0575
Hours
Monday to Friday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
Location
2020 J St., Sacramento, CA 95811
Southeast Asian Assistance Center
Southeast Asian Assistance Center provides assistance translating for mental health appointments. Translation assistance available in Arabic, Cambodian, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, Hindi, Hmong, Lao, Mien, Pashto, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese.
Contact
(916) 421-1036
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Location
5625 24th Street, Sacramento, CA 95822
Sacramento County Health Center
Sacramento County Health Center the Sacramento County Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center that provides primary care and behavioral health services to low income residents of Sacramento County.
Contact
(916) 874-9670
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location
4600 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95820
El Dorado County Family Services
El Dorado County Family Services family Services is responsible for several programs including: Foster Care Program, Home Energy Assistance, Home Weatherization, and Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).
Contact
(530) 621-6150
(530) 642-7300
Location
937 Spring Street, Placerville, CA 95667
The Place Within at Folsom
The Place Within at Folsom offers affordable counseling based on income and ability to pay (ranging from $35 to $100 per session).
Contact
(916) 799-1644
Hours
Monday to Saturday: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Location
530 Plaza Drive, Suite 130 Folsom, CA 95630
Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services Community Support Team
Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services Community Support Team the Community Support Team (CST) serves individuals of all ages and diversity in the community with supports, education, resources and connections to services. The goal is to provide services in a culturally and linguistically competent manner to promote recovery, resilience, well-being and reduce the risk of suicide.
Contact
(916) 874-6015
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mental Health Support Guide for African American Communities
Mental Health Support Guide for African American Communities the “Mental Health Support Guide” is tailored to the needs of the African American Community.
Contact
National Suicide Prevention hotline: (800) 273-8255
Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic (MHUCC)
Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic (MHUCC) walk-in clinic for individuals with an urgent mental health need. The MHUCC is a client-centered program that focuses on providing immediate relief to individuals and families in distress. MHUCC welcomes anyone experiencing mental health-distress regardless of age and ability to pay.
They also provide brief medication management services (excluding controlled substances) and crisis interventions, psychiatric evaluations, and clinical assessments.
Contact
(916) 520-2460
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location
2130 Stockton Boulevard, Building 300, Sacramento, CA 95817
Placer County Mental Health Triage Line
Placer County Mental Health Triage Line Placer County Adult System of Care provides an array of mental health and supportive services for those who live with mental illness. Services are individually designed to help you achieve your personal recovery goals. Services are provided to Placer County MediCal beneficiaries and Placer County residents with no insurance.
Contact
Adult Crisis & Intake 24 Hour Phone Line: (916) 787-8860 or (888) 886-5401.
2-1-1 Sacramento
2-1-1 Sacramento referrals to more than 1,600 community services in the Sacramento area.
Contact
Dial 211 or 800-500-4931
2-1-1 El Dorado
2-1-1 El Dorado 2-1-1 El Dorado is a free, comprehensive and confidential information and referral service to mental health providers.
Contact
Dial 211
Sacramento Children’s Home Crisis Nurseries
Sacramento Children’s Home Crisis Nurseries The Sacramento Children’s Home operates the county’s only Crisis Nursery. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by providing support to families at times of crisis.
Contact
North area: (916) 679-3600
Southern area: (916) 394-2000
Each Mind Matters
Each Mind Matters each Mind Matters is California’s Mental Health Movement. We are millions of individuals and thousands of organizations who share a vision of creating a community where everyone feels comfortable reaching out for the support they deserve.
Contact
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
Sacramento Area
NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness Sacramento
NAMI Sacramento is a grassroots organization that provides a community of support, education, resources and outreach activities to families, friends and persons with mental illness so as to improve their general welfare, and to reduce the stigma of mental illness.
Psychology Today
Psychology Today provides a list of local area mental health providers in the Sacramento area.
UC Davis Bereavement Support Groups (Yolo County)
Contact
(916) 734-2458
Connected UCD Postpartum Support Group
Contact
Dr. Shannon Clark
(916) 734-6900
Just Between Moms Support Group
Contact
Catherine O’Brien, LMFT
(916) 718-9501
Hours
2nd Monday at 12:30
Eating Recovery Center
Eating Recovery Center of California is a Joint Commission-accredited center for eating disorders treatment in Sacramento. Founded in 2000, Eating Recovery Center of California is a medically supervised eating disorder treatment program serving female and male adults and adolescents with eating disorders and related conditions including trauma, substance abuse, exercise compulsion, diabetes and medical/psychiatric complications.
Contact
(916) 250-0007
Location
3610 American River Drive Suite 140, Sacramento, CA 95864
El Dorado County Area
NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness El Dorado
NAMI El Dorado offers support, education, advocacy and awareness to families and individuals living with mental illness including co-occurring addiction.
Lighthouse Family Resource Center
Lighthouse Family Resource Center offers postpartum Depression Counseling (Free to Placer Residents.)
Contact
(916) 645-3300
Meet Our Team
Bio
Taylor Johnson is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and has worked in the mental health field for more than nine years. She graduated with her BA in Psychology from Notre Dame de Namur and obtained her MS in Counseling from California State University, East Bay.
Over the last several years, Taylor worked for a community-based non-profit agency where she served as the Director of Wellness Centers for several northern California counties and was responsible for managing and coordinating a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians and mental health staff. In this capacity, she led the development and implementation of twenty new school-based mental health programs. The Wellness Centers she helped develop provided free mental health services to over 3,200 students. Taylor’s experience developing and managing Wellness Centers, from program development, implementation, oversight, staffing, data collection and reporting, provides a strong foundation for our collective efforts to build and grow a culturally sensitive and supportive mental health and wellness program for Los Rios.
Taylor’s work with foster youth and students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, as well as her work to create welcoming environments for all students and staff alike, also provides a good foundation as she builds upon Los Rios’ efforts to expand mental health services for the district’s diverse student communities.
Bio
Sumra Afzal is a third-year graduate student at California Northstate University pursuing her degree in clinical psychology. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychobiology at the University of California, Davis. After completing her bachelors, Sumra joined the UC Davis MIND Institute as a clinical research coordinator for pediatric clinical trials at the Fragile X Research and Treatment Center. After spending time working at the MIND Institute, she decided to further her education.
Sumra utilizes an integrative approach using a number of proven modalities depending on the individual and their presenting problem. Sumra's therapeutic style would be compassionate and encouraging. Sumra aims to provide a safe and warm space for students to feel open in collaboratively exploring their needs.
In addition to working with clients, Sumra enjoys spending time with her son and family.
Bio
Colby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15+ years of experience working in an array of Community Mental Health settings throughout the Sacramento area. She graduated from CSU Monterey, CSU Sacramento, and took courses through Sac City while pursuing a career in mental health. Her background includes working with children, families, adolescents, and adults experiencing life disruptions due to varying challenges related to mental health. She has been with Los Rios for almost three years, providing support to students and mental health training to staff, counselors, and faculty. Supporting students in managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and adjusting to ever-changing situations is where her passion lies.
Colby’s approach to treatment is best described as integrative and eclectic. In essence, this means that she pulls from several therapy orientations, allowing the opportunity to adapt her approach to specific circumstances. Colby utilizes short-term solution-focused interventions to achieve emotional and mental stability to aid in supporting academic success through client-identified goals. Colby’s experience and skills gained over the years greatly support the diverse populations within our Los Rios community, and on our campuses.
Colby is also a Certified QPR Trainer, providing training and education around Suicide Awareness and Prevention throughout the district and the community. Colby has a passion for increasing mental health awareness while reducing stigma. She looks forward to being a part of the Los Rios Community, and many more students' journeys, for many more years to come.
Mychi and family, along with 178 other people, escaped Vietnam in a cargo boat in March 1987. As a teenager, she lived in Malaysia and Philippines refugee camp for over a year. Since their arrival in America in 1988, Mychi’s parents reminded their five children that it is important to work hard, and get a college education to have a better life than theirs.
Mychi is the first person in her family to attend college, specifically American River College (of the Los Rios Community College District) in the early 90’s. She utilized supports and campus resources, such as the Learning Resource Center and the Counseling Center, and completed her general education. Mychi then transferred to California State University of Sacramento, completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology, earned a master’s degree in social work, and became a licensed clinical social worker.
Mychi has extensive experience in providing mental health services to children, adults, and families from a culturally diverse population and communities with low level of care to high needs. Mychi strongly believes mental health is 100% important as physical health, and she is very passionate about providing a safe space for individuals to voice their struggles, gain insight, learn skills to balance emotions, improve relationships, manage stress, process trauma, grief, and loss to reduce psychological suffering. Mychi considers herself as an integrated mental health therapist and uses different evidence-based practices, such as Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Mychi is currently serve students at the ARC campus, and she attempts to customize her clinical skills to meet each student’s needs and support them to move forward with their academic goals.
Bio
Emily is a graduate student pursing her master’s degree in Social Work with a specialization in Behavioral Health at Sacramento State University (CSUS). Her educational journey began with the goal of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Biology. However, after attending an introduction course in Social Work, she found her passion for wanting to make a change in people’s lives. After changing her major she never looked back and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
During her studies at CSUS, Emily gained experience working with students and families through her internship. Shortly after graduating, Emily began to work with adults and seniors as a Social Work Assistant supervised by two LCSWs. After completing her master’s program, Emily plans to pursue her goal of becoming an LCSW and continue to work within the mental health field. Working at CRC, Emily plans to provide her clients with a safe space, open heart, and respect to promote empowerment and guidance. She hopes to fulfill her goals of expanding her knowledge within the therapeutic realm of mental health.
Outside of school and work, Emily enjoys practicing self-care through arts and craft, cooking/baking, exploration, and spoiling her Husky, Venus.
Bio
Mikaela Hill is a graduate student pursuing her studies in the Psychological field of mental health. She began her academic journey at a local community college in Stockton, California, and after two years, began her studies as a Sacramento State Hornet where she received her bachelor's degree in Psychology. She then transferred to the Counseling Psychology graduate program at University of the Pacific where she currently attends. Mikaela has always had a passion for helping and assisting others with bettering their mental health and well-being. She prefers to take a CBT approach to therapy and focuses on the needs, goals, and wellness of others.
Bio
Asha is a psychology intern who recently earned her master’s degree in clinical psychology, and is now continuing her education as a doctoral student at California Northstate University. Asha’s education path included earning an AA from Sacramento City College and appreciates the challenges that come with being a college student.
Her experience includes, supporting patients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, relational conflict, and communication challenges. She has worked in community-based mental health and private practice settings where she provided individual psychotherapy. Her purpose as a therapist is to help guide individuals struggling to live a happy and healthy life. Asha uses various theories of psychotherapy, including Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Mindful Self-Compassion, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Overall, she uses what fits best for the client. Her collaborative therapeutic style embraces a client-centered, caring, and solution-based environment.
Bio
Hello All, my name is Sandy (Sandip) Kaur I am a third-year student at California Northstate University (CNSU) currently pursuing my PsyD. I started my educational journey through a community college in Baltimore County, Maryland. Then I transferred to University of Maryland, Baltimore County where I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology while volunteering within the community. I continued my passion for mental health and social justice by pursuing my master's degree in clinical psychology form Roosevelt University, Chicago.
After competing my master's, I am currently pursuing my doctorate in clinical psychology. My goal as a therapist to is to support students in developing a safe environment where they can explore and discuss their concerns. I practice from a cultural humility stance and treat each person with respect. I am looking forward to helping students achieve their goals and live their best lives.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time exploring Sacramento, spending time with family and friends, and annoying my two cute puppies. I am looking forward to working with you!
Current interests:
- Sexual trauma
- Domestic violence
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety/Depression
- Grief
- Self-care
- Chronic Illness
- Women's Issues
- Relationship Issue
- Life Transitions
- Social justice counseling
- Racial trauma
Bio
Sarah LaCasse is currently in the master’s program for Counseling Psychology at University of the Pacific. She originally embarked on her academic journey at a fellow Los Rios college, American River, where she obtained three associate degrees in Psychology, Sociology, and Individual and Society. After realizing her passion lies in the mental health field, Sarah transferred to California State University, Sacramento and earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. After completing her master’s program, she plans to become a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and continue to work in a community-based setting. Working within the Los Rios community, Sarah hopes to expand her knowledge about various therapeutic techniques while providing the necessary tools to promote and support students’ relationships with themselves and others.
Bio
Meghan Lefkowitz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who began her academic journey at a California community college. She then transferred to the University of California, Santa Cruz where she received her bachelor's degree in Sociology. After spending time working in community mental health and developing a passion for working to support people's mental well-being and having always had a passion for social justice, Meghan pursued her master's degree in social work from California State University, Sacramento.
After completing her master’s, Meghan began her clinical practice by providing therapy services to folks who were underinsured or uninsured. Meghan enjoys supporting Los Rios students who are experiencing anxiety and relationship stress to find tools that support their academic success and overall well-being. Meghan utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy and recognizes that each individual student has their own individual needs when it comes to having a supportive experience in therapy. Meghan specializes in mindfulness-centered work and, in addition to working with Los Rios students, she enjoys supervising interns who are on their way to becoming therapists in the community.
Bio
La Tisha started her educational career at San Joaquin Delta College as an EOPS/CARE student. From there, she transitioned to CSU Sacramento, where she earned her BA in Government with a concentration in International Relations. With a passion for learning, she decided to return to school, and received a second bachelor's in Health and Wellness and an MBA. She worked in higher education for several years in various roles before deciding to return to school and pursue a career shift. In 2018, she earned her master's in psychology, and pursued her passion of helping others by working towards becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist.
La Tisha's professional experience includes community based mental health, managed care setting, school based mental health, and running a private practice of her own.
As a therapist, La Tisha empowers folks to reconnect with their inner self and reconnect with their core values, so that they are empowered to live their authentic self. She uses a holistic approach where she embodies mind, body, and spirit. She also incorporates indigenous forms of healing in addition to Western Psychology to help you develop a sense of self that is whole and honors the complexity of the human experience.
Bio
Hi! My name is Megan Miller (She/Her/Hers). I am grateful for the opportunity to be a Health and Wellness Intern at Los Rios Community College.
I am currently a third-year graduate student at California Northstate University working toward my doctorates in Psychology. I began my academic journey at Santa Barbara City College, before transferring to the University of Southern California, where I received my bachelor's degree in Sociology. After acquiring my BA, I worked for five years with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities – developing my passion for mental health. I have an interest in working with those struggling with life transitions, woman's issues, anxiety, depression, grief, and self-care.
Last year, I worked for the Elk Grove Unified School District where I provided community mental health to youth ages 6-12. I provided individual counseling, using a combination of interventions aimed at strengthening coping skills, social skills, communication skills, and providing emotional support for enhancing academic and personal success. My mission is to help clients develop a treatment plan and goals based on their unique needs. I value cultural humility and strong professional ethics, as well as providing clients with a safe space to connect, explore thoughts and feelings, and give comfort.
In my free time I enjoy traveling, gardening, crafting, snowboarding, river days with my dog, binge-watching Netflix, as well as spending time with family and friends. I am excited to serve and support your mental health and well-being. I look forward to working with you!
Education
- B.A. – Psychology and Women's Studies (double major), Claremont McKenna College
- M.A. – Psychology, Graduate School of Psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary
- M.A.- Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary
- Ph.D. – Graduate School of Psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary
How I Work with Students
Establishing a positive therapist-client relationship is crucial to the success of psychotherapy. Creating an environment where students feel safe to discuss any concerns is a primary goal of my therapeutic approach. I treat each person with respect, cultural sensitivity, and a strong sense of professional ethics. I see my role as a therapist as both a collaborator and a teacher. I actively work with students to explore their unique concerns, struggles, and strengths. I also use my professional expertise to highlight key patterns in life that may be keeping one stuck, and to present alternative perspectives and strategies to help achieve one's goals.
Professional Interests
- Social justice counseling
- Sexual trauma
- Domestic violence
- Racial trauma
- Self-care
- Community healing
- Grief
- Body image concern
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Relationships
- Spirituality
- Women's health
Bio
Julia is an intern at Los Rios Community College District who previously earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from UC Davis. Currently, she is a fourth-year doctoral student at California Northstate University, where she recently earned her Master of Arts in Psychology. Julia has previously worked in community-based mental health and private practice settings providing individual therapy and psychological assessments to individuals with various mental health concerns. Her experience includes helping patients cope with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, life transitions, relational issues, and severe mental illness. Julia describes her therapeutic style as eclectic and patient-centered, often employing various theories of psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. She is passionate about meeting clients where they are, building strong relationships with her clients, and collaborating with clients to meet their personal and academic goals.
Bio
Austin Steinaway is a student at Sacramento State University, working towards his Bachelor of Social Work degree. He received his Associate in Arts degrees in Social Science and Social and Behavior Science at Cosumnes River College. He is looking forward to the opportunity to learn and grow as a helping professional while assisting Los Rios students in achieving their education and wellness goals. Austin is passionate about social justice and LGBTQIA+ community concerns.
Photo and biography coming soon.
Contact
- ARC Health & Wellness Center
(916) 484-8383 - CRC Health & Wellness Center
(916) 691-7584 - FLC Health & Wellness Center
(916) 608-6782 - SCC Health & Wellness Center
(916) 558-2367
Emergencies
If you are having a mental health emergency – such as active suicidal thoughts or feelings of wanting to harm yourself or others – please do one of the following:
Additional Emergency Resources
- Crisis Text Line: Text "Courage" to 741741 for 24/7 mental health support
- County Crisis Hotline: (916) 732-3637
- Suicide Crisis Line: (916) 368-3111