I have had the great pleasure of meeting Joy but also working with her over the course of 12 weeks…read more Now before I actually get into this review, I want to throw out a few disclaimers...Joy does NOT have a magic wand that will magically make your issues go away. Joy does NOT have the ability to do your work for you and lastly Joy does NOT by any means sell herself short on the services that she provides. Joy, you are an absolute god send. Seriously.... I have been thru various counseling all of my life but that didn't resolve my issues nor did it really give me the tools needed to actually resolve them. So since I had tried that previously and pretty much got the same result, I knew I had to try something different. So, what did I do? I went to my trusty yelp and reached out and received several responses. I had a few phone interviews because I needed to find the right person to help me thru some heavy stuff. I liked Joy right off the bat. You can simply tell by the tone in her voice that she is an angel. I signed up for 6 sessions with Joy...and after my 6th session, I signed up for 6 more. And I threw Joy some crazy challenges (nothing in my life has EVER been easy)....there were issues that she flat out told me she couldn't do anything about (I appreciate the honestly more than you know) and there were some issues where I really feel like I challenged her but guess what? SHE NEVER GAVE UP ON ME. SHE NEVER TOLD ME SHE COULDN'T WITHOUT AN EXPLANATION (again she doesn't have a magic wand). Instead what I received was far far greater than any gift...Joy gave me the tools I needed to see where my deficiencies came from and also gave me some positive insight as to how to fix the behaviors and this is something I now work on EVERY SINGLE DAY and it's made me a better person. So if you feel like you are stuck, and don't know where to go, and you have tried traditional methods (and they haven't really worked) I would seriously urge you to give Joy a call...set up and appointment and more importantly work on your (O&*%(Q*&)%(. Joy, thank you again for everything. I'll be back after tax season and I've already started a list of things to work on when I return to your place...oh and Mr. Meowghee says hello!

Joy is amazing! I didn't realize how quickly I would see results. It was immediate! At the end of…read moreeach session, she sends you the recording for reference and backup for your use when you need backup. I highly recommend Joy!

It took me years to trust a therapist again after seeing Jesus Sanchez. Why am I writing this years…read morelater? Because a friend asked if I had any experiences with a few local therapists they were considering, and Jesus' name was on the list. When I told them my experience, they said they saw a Yelp review detailing something similar from just a year ago. Clearly nothing has changed since I saw him, so potential patients should be aware. Jesus' approach to therapy was to have me complete a CBT workbook and essentially tell me I was being dramatic (his response to many concerns I mentioned was to dismissively say I was "catastrophizing" and offer no further guidance). I dutifully completed the workbook, despite it targeting different issues than I was experiencing. When I completed the workbook and saw no improvement, Jesus told me therapy couldn't help me and I needed to get my adrenal gland checked. I thought therapy had moved past telling women we were just hormonal, but clearly not. When I finally decided to trust a therapist again years later, she was appalled at how clear signs of C-PTSD had been missed. With appropriate treatment from a competent therapist, I was able to heal beyond what I ever dreamed possible. If you want to take a step back in time and experience the "care" our great grandmothers received, you're in the right place! If you want someone who can provide trauma-informed care, keep looking.

Jesus Sanchez, MFT is the worst therapist ever. I visited Mr. Sanchez on many occasions and he was…read morenegligent in never identifying or treating my complex PTSD. Huge waste of time and money. Stay away from this incompetent person.

As my ex-wife and I wanted to find a counselor for our 8 year old son, a friend highly recommended…read moreJennifer Thomas. I was apprehensive at first, but she was able to work with us to help our son feel more comfortable sharing his feelings and gave him the tools to communicate more effectively. In addition, she was able to draw out issues my ex-wife and I still have regarding co-parenting and, in a nonjudgmental way, opened the discussion for us. While I wish I could increase the number of his sessions, Jennifer is diligent and thoughtful in maximizing the time she does spend with us. Counseling isnt a fast or easy process, but Jennifer is kind, respectful, and always willing to make adjustments. If you are looking for someone who will take your concerns seriously, is dedicated to helping you grow, and can tactfully get to the heart of the matter, Jennifer Thomas is an excellent choice.

I found Jennifer Thomas' website while looking for local child experts that could speak to my MOMS…read moreClub group about parenting "strong willed" children. She spoke at one of our group's monthly business meetings and shared many tips and strategies for dealing with children with a strong-willed temperament. I was, personally, very pleased to be able to have a licensed marriage and family therapist share their insights with us as a professional and fellow mother. Her advice was clear and non-judgmental. Having tried several of her suggested strategies with my own strong-willed 5 y.o. I can say that those strategies DO work and have been very helpful in our house. If you are at your wits end with how to cope with your own strong-willed child, Jennifer can help you!

Joyce is a wonderful therapist who was able to coach us through a really tough time in our…read moremarriage. She was fair, didn't take sides and facilitated productive conversations that were so necessary for us to heal and find forgiveness in each other. We reached her in crisis and she acted quickly and was available to meet with us weekly. I truly feel blessed to have found her in our time of need.

If you are looking for an honest therapist who will help you by providing direct communication with…read moreperfect amounts of compassion, Joyce is it! I was seeing Joyce on and off for about 3 years as I embarked on getting to know myself and embracing lots of change in life. I would still be seeing her if I could just to check in for "tune-ups". Joyce often times would suggest things that I always had an initial reaction to dismiss (for example, I needed to take deeper breaths which led me to mediation and yoga eventually). I do not want to go into much more personal details but if you are thinking about seeing a therapist look no further. I can only hope our paths cross again and can say honestly she is a huge reason I am where I am today. Joyce if you see this you were right about everything even though I could not see it at the time! You truly do know how this story goes.

Helene is truly one of the most extraordinary people -- and professionals -- I have ever had the…read moreprivilege to know. I say this both from my personal experience and from the perspective of someone who works in a related field and understands how rare genuine compassion and true skill can be when combined. Helene embodies both. She is not only caring, but deeply intuitive -- the kind of person who doesn't simply listen to your words, but understands what sits beneath them. She goes above and beyond for those she helps, meeting each person exactly where they are, without judgment or pretense. Her professional background is extensive and her knowledge evident, yet she leads with empathy before expertise -- and that balance is what makes her remarkable. Her office is a reflection of her spirit: calm, grounded, and safe. It is a space where vulnerability feels possible and healing begins quietly, sometimes even before a word is spoken. Helene doesn't just provide support; she helps you find tools, insight, and strength within yourself. She guides you through the hard work of change with patience and clarity. Because of her, I've experienced measurable growth -- in my own self-awareness, in how I handle challenges, and most importantly, in the renewed and healthier relationships I now have with my child and my husband. I will always be grateful for her presence, her wisdom, and the kindness that defines every moment spent in her care. Thank you Helene.

Helene is the best therapist I have had. She supported my…read morehealing from PTSD, childhood trauma with traditional therapy delivered with kindness and top research. And she added hypnotherapy, aroma therapy, EMDR, and somatic feedback. Her 40+ years of experience really show in her professionalism, knowledge and her love and compasssion particularly treating highly charged and difficult events.

Michelle is such a passionate therapist, and she genuinely cares about her clients. She is very…read moresupportive and lets you know that she's on your team every step of the way!

I have been seeing Michelle for over five years and she is the best therapist I have ever worked…read morewith. She is an intelligent, genuine, compassionate, positive and affirming psychologist who also isn't afraid to ask some questions that will help you with your growth. With her counseling, I have been working through complicated grief, clinical depression, past abuse and trauma issues, and generalized anxiety disorder. I leave every visit with her with some sort of new insight or wisdom that maybe I haven't considered before. She has a wide range of clinical and professional skills and will individualize your therapy to YOUR needs. In closing, she is a very warm, welcoming, and kind person to boot. I have made some substantial personal and mental health growth working with her. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! :)

The staff is great and so supportive!!!!…read more Fatima is so down to earth and caring! Nurse Debra is positive, but not in a fake way. She also really cares about the patients! Ricky was awesome! knows how to deliver an injection like nobody's business! Delson is a great addition to the team! He has a very calming way about him. Since moving to Sacramento a few years ago, this is by far the best mental health support I have ever received!

I did research on Ketamine for depression and PTSD after not tolerating meds. The Catalyst staff,…read moreall of them, have been wonderfully supportive and reassuring. I wish I had discovered this intervention sooner. It feels like I got my life and zest for daily experience back! I did a brief series of treatments at increasing doses and now go back every four months or so when I feel my mood and perspective sagging and won't respond to my usual interventions. Every doctor and support staff at Catalyst is compassionate, well-trained, thoughtful and warm. I can't imagine receiving this care anywhere else.

Megan has worked on me twice, and I will certainly be going back for more. Not only did she give a…read moregreat overall massage that was very relaxing, she also was able to expertly focus on problem areas, with very good results. I would definitely give her my highest recommendation for massage therapy.

I reached out to Megan for her sex and relationship coaching and ended up doing the 5 session pack…read morewith her, and it has been a blessing! Each session was organically crafted according to my unique needs at the moment. Megan was deeply attuned to me, I felt her genuine care for the process, and she showed great skill and fluidity in the coaching process. My desires were to learn to communicate better, learn to repair relationships, solidify my boundaries, especially in situations involving intimate touch, and unpack any remaining shame feelings. I feel like I was able to get support and grow significantly in all of these areas. Things in my life started to shift for the better immediately upon beginning to work with Megan. Megan lovingly took me to my edge, and thanks to that I grew deeply. I give her my highest recommendation.