If someone asks me where most of my clients come from, I say something like, “everywhere, but Arden is one of the most common.” You have your preferred routes to McKinley Park, and it doesn’t take long. I have always been a coffee guy, and I have about 6 key spots between Arden and my office. I’m just north of McKinley Blvd on Alhambra. We can meet in my office or head on a 1 minute walk to the park for a session. Of course, remote sessions are always an option.
In-person, or let’s do it remotely
I’ll be straight with you: I see clients in person at my office in East Sacramento, not out in Arden-Arcade itself — traveling out that way for sessions isn’t something I do. If you’re up for the drive down Arden Way or El Camino, my office is easy to get to (see below), and once you’re here, Walk-and-Talk sessions at McKinley Park are an option instead of sitting in a chair. If the drive doesn’t work for your week, remote video sessions cover the same ground — same me, same approach, just on a screen.
Who I work with
Individuals, couples, families, and teens, with a specialty in adolescent boys and men — with or without a partner. I also run a dedicated Teacher Therapy track, which matters in a neighborhood with a lot of families connected to the San Juan and Sacramento City school districts.
Why I do this the way I do it
I’m not the “silent stare and nod” type of therapist, and that’s on purpose. At 17, I was in a near-fatal car accident with a drunk driver and came out with PTSD I didn’t understand at the time. My mom pushed me into therapy — I hated it and quit. Years later, I gave it a real shot, and the therapist who actually helped me was the one who engaged, asked real questions, and gave me real feedback instead of just nodding. That’s the therapist I try to be now.
Getting to my office
418 B Alhambra Blvd is a short drive down Arden Way or El Camino from most of Arden-Arcade, with easy access off Business 80 once you’re close. If that’s not realistic some weeks, I also see clients remotely anywhere in California — same approach, just on a screen.
**Ready to talk?** Call or text (916) 919-0218, or reach out here.