Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Sacramento
At Riverbend Counseling Services, we are dedicated to guiding individuals through transformative therapeutic journeys. With over two decades of experience in behavioral health, our practice specializes in LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, addiction recovery, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with creative exploration, fostering self-discovery and personal growth. We prioritize building trust through empathetic dialogue and tailored treatment plans, empowering clients to navigate life's challenges with resilience. Our expertise in EMDR therapy and substance abuse counseling addresses both immediate concerns and long-term well-being.By integrating mindfulness practices and trauma-informed care, we help clients achieve balance and authenticity. Our commitment to cultural competence ensures inclusive support for diverse backgrounds. With flexible treatment modalities, we adapt to individual needs, whether through short-term interventions or extended therapy. Our Sacramento-based practice serves as a safe space for self-exploration, offering tools to overcome obstacles and cultivate fulfilling relationships. Through personalized care, we strive to be a trusted partner in each client's journey toward mental wellness.
Services
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy
Addiction Recovery Counseling
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
EMDR Therapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in behavioral health and addiction counseling
- Our therapy integrates evidence-based techniques with creative self-exploration
- Specialized LGBTQIA+ affirmative care with cultural competence training
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual recovery needs
- Proven success in combining mindfulness practices with trauma-informed therapy
What people say
Great counselor
Positive energy
Responsive and caring
Non-judgmental approach
Life-changing experience
Services
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Therapy
This specialized therapy creates safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals to explore identity, navigate coming-out processes, and address systemic discrimination impacts. Our approach integrates cultural competence with trauma-informed care to heal internalized stigma. Clients develop resilience strategies while examining intersectional identities related to ethnicity, religion, and socioeconomic status.
Addiction Recovery Counseling
Personalized recovery programs address chemical dependency through evidence-based modalities like ACT and DBT. We combine harm reduction principles with 12-step integration to treat co-occurring mental health conditions. Our approach balances individual therapy with group support options for sustained sobriety and behavioral transformation.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
This evidence-based program cultivates present-moment awareness to manage stress, anxiety, and chronic pain. Through guided meditation and body scan techniques, clients develop emotional regulation skills. The practice integrates neuroscience findings to enhance neural plasticity and improve overall well-being through sustained mindfulness practice.
EMDR Therapy
Eight-phase treatment accelerates information processing of traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation. This neurobiological approach effectively treats PTSD, anxiety, and performance limitations by reprocessing distressing experiences. Sessions incorporate cognitive restructuring and somatic awareness to achieve lasting emotional healing and behavioral change.
Individual Psychotherapy
Tailored therapeutic journeys combine psychodynamic exploration with practical coping strategies. Sessions focus on self-discovery through dream analysis, creative expression, and behavioral experimentation. Our eclectic approach adapts to client needs, fostering personal growth through enhanced self-awareness and improved relational patterns.
People
Lance Tingle
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
With 20+ years in behavioral health, Lance holds LPCC, CSAC, and ICAADC licenses. He specializes in LGBTQIA+ issues, addiction recovery, and trauma treatment. His practice integrates EMDR, mindfulness, and evidence-based therapies to foster holistic healing and personal growth.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
We specialize in LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy, EMDR, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and evidence-based addiction recovery techniques tailored to individual needs.
How do you handle client confidentiality?
Confidentiality is strictly maintained except in cases of imminent self-harm, child abuse, or elder abuse as required by law and ethical guidelines.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We recommend checking with your provider about out-of-network mental health coverage details and reimbursement options for counseling services.
What experience do you have with LGBTQIA+ clients?
We have extensive experience providing affirmative care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, including coming-out support, identity exploration, and addressing systemic discrimination impacts.
How long does therapy typically last?
Treatment duration varies from short-term interventions for specific issues to longer-term therapy for complex concerns, with weekly 45-50 minute sessions typically recommended.
What happens during the first therapy session?
Initial sessions focus on building rapport, discussing presenting concerns, and establishing treatment goals through collaborative dialogue and assessment.
