Therapists are available for SCC students now through the end of December 2023. To connect with a therapist, fill out the form below and choose your preferred Therapist.
Therapy is the process of meeting with a therapist to resolve problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, relationship issues, and/or somatic responses (sensations in the body).
Beginning therapy can be a big step toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible—no matter what challenges you may be facing. Through therapy, you can change self-destructive behaviors and habits, resolve painful feelings, improve your relationships, and more.
Though no one can tell you exactly what your therapy process will be like, in all modes of therapy you will establish goals for your therapy and determine the steps you will take to get there. Whether in individual, group, or family therapy, your relationship with your therapist is a confidential one and focuses not only on the content of what you talk about, but also the process.
The therapeutic process–how you share your feelings and experiences–is considered to be just as important as the specific issues or concerns you share in therapy. Once you start therapy, it may help to know and recognize elements of healthy therapy as well as warning signs of questionable therapy.
On the whole, you can expect that your therapist will be someone who supports you, listens attentively, models a healthy and positive relationship experience, gives you appropriate feedback, and follows ethical guidelines. Good therapy should be tailored to you and your experiences.
If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts and need support right away, please reach out to:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
Therapists
Certified Life Coach
With diversified roots in education, mental health, and entertainment, Mr. Rome DeVase has spent the last several years working full-time as a School Psychologist in Northern California. Within his capacity as a community servant, he specializes in fusing politics with mental health and entertainment as showcased on his weekly podcast "Psychotic Bump School" of which was borne The Mental Health Army: a shared discussion forum comprised of mental health specialists who provide insight into common everyday news events and their impact on our collective mental health. Rome has spent nearly 30 years in the field of public education including eleven years of work in School Psychology.
Hi there! I'm La Tisha, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist!
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, grief, emotional numbness, or sense of self; my primary goal is to help you reconnect with your authentic inner self.
I empower folks to reconnect with their inner self; reconnecting with their core values so that they feel empowered to live their authentic self. I use a holistic approach where I embody mind, body, and spirit. I also incorporate indigenous forms of healing in addition to Western Psychology to help you develop a sense of self that is whole.
Whether you are wanting to unpack years of complex trauma, develop healthier relationships, or manage cycles of depression and anxiety, I am here to walk alongside you in this journey through the lens of compassion and grace. Learning to love yourself and develop healthier relationships with others starts with learning to honor who you are authentically.
My role as your therapist: serve as a teacher, a guide; facilitator of growth and healing
Educational background
- MA Psychology from Brandman University
- MBA from University of Phoenix
- BS Health & Wellness from Kaplan University
- BA Government (International Relations) CSU, Sacramento
“Day by day in every way, I'm getting better and better."
This phrase was told to Kasey Phillips Brown when she was a social work student. She continues to use it as a foundation as she assists others in planting seeds of change in their lives.
Kasey Phillips Brown, M.S.W., LCSW has been providing mental health services for over 28 years. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offered Continuing Education Units to mental health professionals through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. She is known for her energetic and motivational style of speaking and her passion is contagious.
"It is amazing to see how many people are suffering from treatable disorders and they don't even know it. My goal is to educate as many people as possible on the importance of learning how to maintain good mental health in order to have good overall health."
Kasey has been certified as a sexual assault crisis volunteer and a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy clinician and is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. She has experience as an examination coach and consultant to other licensed clinicians. Kasey is a clinical supervisor providing individual and group clinical supervision to Associate Social Workers and Associate Marriage and Family Therapists.
Kasey was a part-time lecturer for the School of Social Work at Cal State Long Beach and now runs a private practice, New Perspectives in Gardena CA. She previously provided mental health services to students and parent workshops for Learning By Design Charter School and is on the Sacramento City College Melanated Mental Health Army counseling services team. She is also on the panel for two Employee Assistance Programs. Kasey is also a certified health coach that assists parents of children who have been diagnosed with ADHD treat the disorder without medication.
She wrote the highly regarded book "We Just Said No! Treating ADHD Without Medication”. She facilitates corporate training, business enhancements, college lectures, and career consulting and provides her unique mental health perspective on the Psychotic Bump School podcast. Kasey’s additional passion is the work she does as the CEO of the Nan Washington Global Wellness Foundation which meets the health needs of people around the world.
Educational background
- B.A. in Mass Communications from Clark Atlanta University
- Master of Social Work from Clark Atlanta University
Associate Clinical Social Worker with a passion for social justice and youth development. I have over 20 years of experience serving and empowering diverse communities in South Africa, Minneapolis, and am currently serving youth and young adults in the Sacramento area in a variety of settings. I offer a safe space to reflect, release, reset, and restore your soul. I have a passion to encourage, motivate, and inspire young people by guiding them to a place of healing and thriving.
Educational background
Bachelors of Art
(Pastoral Counseling)
University of Northwestern
Master of Social Work
California State University, Sacramento