Counseling Services

The Counseling and Psychotherapy services include individual, couples, and family therapy. We work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We provide low-cost counseling support to the community.

What type of counseling is available?

• Individual Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Couples Counseling
• Counseling Children & Youth
• Career Counseling
• Tele-mental Health & In-Person Sessions

Who Provides Services

Practicum Program

Each spring, we have approximately 60 students in the Practicum Program that support counseling and psychotherapy services for individual/couple/family clients under the supervision of licensed/certified experienced program faculty. This allows us to meet the greater Sacramento, and California need, via both in-person and telemental health services with providing greater availability.

Internship Program

Each fall/spring, we have trained Internship students that maintain a caseload and work with community members, as well as current students, providing counseling and psychotherapy services for individuals/couples/families under the supervision of licensed/certified experienced program faculty. This allows us to meet the mental health need within the Sacramento, and California, community through ongoing interventions provided via both in-person and tele-mental health services.

Counseling Interns

Meet our 2025-2026 Counseling Interns! Through our Internship Program, during the fall and spring semester each year, our Counseling Interns are available to meet with clients to provide ongoing psychotherapy services. If you are interested in individual, couple, or family counseling, we are here to support! For more information, email us at ccds@csus.edu.

Bailey Luke LMFT (she/her) : Instructor, CCDS 480 Clinical Supervisor

Bailey Lechner-Luke is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at the Center for Counseling and Diagnostic Services (CCDS). She also serves as adjunct faculty at California State University, Sacramento in the Counselor Education Program and as an adjunct professor at American River College in the Chemical Dependency Studies Department.With clinical experience across inpatient and outpatient settings, Bailey has worked with individuals across the lifespan, supporting clients facing a wide range of concerns. Her clinical focus includes trauma, substance use, and mood and anxiety-related disorders. She brings a person-centered, strengths-based approach to both her clinical and teaching work.

Bailey is currently engaged in research exploring how clinicians are navigating therapy and assessment in the age of social media and evolving digital identities. She is passionate about ethical, compassionate care and supporting the next generation of counselors through supervision and education

Jovanna Justo-Sanchez (she/her/ella) : Clinical and Career Trainee

Jovanna is a First-Generation college student at California State University, Sacramento, where she is currently in her final year of her Master’s program in Counseling with a Career Counseling specialization. With experience in both clinical and academic settings, Jovanna brings a thoughtful and culturally informed perspective to her work

Her counseling approach integrates Multicultural Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered techniques, allowing her to meet clients where they are while addressing a range of mental health and career development concerns. She is especially passionate about promoting mental health in underrepresented communities and giving back to the community that shaped her.

Jovanna has published research on the benefits of bilingual education and has explored the mental health experiences of First-Generation and Undocumented students. Her work reflects a deep commitment to equity, advocacy, and culturally responsive care.

Brianna Ashley (she/her) : Clinical and School Trainee

Bri has completed her Bachelor’s in Psychology, a Master’s in Forensic Psychology and is currently pursuing her second Master’s in Counseling, specializing in School Counseling. She has many years of experience working in the K-12 public school systems, previously serving as a school counseling trainee at an elementary site. While also interning at a local elementary school, she is excited to broaden her client experience to the CCDS.

She approaches counseling from a person-centered perspective, allowing the therapeutic relationship to be solely about the client and tailoring the interventions to best meet the client where they are at. When working with youth, she loves to incorporate therapeutic art interventions to help younger clients in their processing, while also incorporating Child Centered Play Therapy, which gives young clients the environment to express their feelings and process their emotions through their primary form of communication; Play.

Her passion for counseling and seeing her clients grow and heal is what drives her to accomplish her goal of being a counselor. She plans to work as both a School Counselor and in private practice as an LPCC, serving the many needs of our students while also serving the broader needs within our community.

Ren Arevalo (she/her) : Clinical and Career Trainee

Ren Arevalo is currently a third-year graduate student pursuing a master's in counseling with a specialization in both clinical and career counseling. She has experience in both clinical and career- focused settings, supporting clients across home, clinic, and school environments. This background allows her to integrate mental health and career development, creating a holistic approach to counseling.

With a strong interest in clinical counseling, Ren works from an Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and multicultural framework. She strives to promote resilience, insight, and values- driven action, while honoring each individual’s cultural and personal context.

Looking ahead, she hopes to continue her work as a licensed clinical counselor, supporting diverse populations in achieving their personal, academic, and overall growth.

Leonardo Torres-Garcia (he/him) : Clinical and Career Trainee

Leonardo is a first-generation student with a Bachelor's in psychology and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Counseling, specializing in rehabilitation and clinical counseling. He served families in the Autism community in clinical, public school, and in-home settings. These opportunities have helped him create a patient, hopeful, and curious approach into mental health. Leo continues to integrate himself into clinical counseling utilizing a Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach and keeping sessions person centered. He provides resources for clients to continue their growth outside of sessions.

Leo works to build strong therapeutic relationships to foster strength, resilience, and growth with clients. With a deep appreciation of diversity and community, he is passionate about the client receiving great care aligned with their values.

Leo is continuing to pursue his career here at the CCDS.

Dr. Rachael C. Marshall (they/them/their) : Clinic Coordinator

Dr. Rachael C. Marshall is a Tenured Associate Professor and Clinic Coordinator at Sac State Counselor Education Program. With their master's in counseling, they worked as clinical and career counselor in universities, homeless shelters, and schools.

Their work focused on trauma, grief, and advocacy with first- generation college students, immigrants, international students, and LGBTQ+ clients.

They completed their PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Tennessee Knoxville, where they worked as a career counselor. They currently research career identity development for specialized populations and counselor identity development in relation to self-care, wellness, and mindfulness. The impact of the Pandemic on education, mental health, and Sinophobia is a present focus.

Cost of Services

Community Members

Counseling and Psychotherapy services cost $5 per session. Payment is expected at the time of services received. We request 24 hour notice for a cancellation and will charge the $5 for sessions missed or canceled within 24 hours. Please email ccds@csus.edu or ccdsscheduler@csus.edu with cancellation requests.

Current Sac State Students

We support the Student Health Center/The Well in providing additional support to current students with individual, couples, or family counseling support for free, just provide your csus email account for verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have emergency services available?

There are no emergency services or emergency counseling services available. The graduate-student counselors are at the center during their scheduled class time, and as students are in training, the center is not equipped to provide intensive psychiatric services. If you are experiencing an emergency please call 911.

Community: Resources

Sac State Students: Student Health Services/The Well

Can I receive counseling if I am a student at CSU Sacramento?

Students are welcome to come to the Center for counseling services, but students have free access to the Student Health & Counseling Services located at the WELL. Further information about the WELL’s services can be found here:

Will I receive a diagnosis or a prescription? What public transportation is available near CSU Sacramento?

The Sac Regional 30 Bus Line can drop you off on campus. The Gold Line for the Light Rail can drop you off at the 65th and Folsom Station.

Make an Appointment

To make an appointment submit the request for services form or check out the booking appointments available:

• Request for Services Form
• BOOKING LINK COMING SOON

Counseling Services Flyers

• Stress Management Group