We offer Neuro and Myndlift packages
Helping everyone to learn, grow, and thrive.
Mission statement
Our center is dedicated to empowering the community to enrich their relationships, strengthen families, and pursue individual passions. We achieve this by providing psychotherapeutic techniques and holistic strategies, fostering long-term positive outcomes that enhance emotional well-being and personal growth.
About Us
Services Provided
Our counseling center provides high-quality individual, couples, families and group psychotherapy services through Licensed and Pre-Licensed therapists. Our practitioners utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, including Reality Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy, among others. If desired, we can also incorporate holistic therapies, such as brain spotting, to enhance the healing process. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standard of care under the supervision of our Clinical Director, Kimber Serna, LMFT, CAMFT Supervisor.
Family Restoration
We believe families are very key to connection and overall well-being. We are compassionate about the dynamics of families that are vital to our overall health and well-being. Whether you're single, married, divorced, in a committed relationship, raising children, or suffering a loss. We utilize groups to aid you in the development of skills to make marriages or relationships work better. We offer parenting classes. If you have endured trauma in your life, we offer solutions for healing and restoration. We offer safe, compliant telehealth appointments for convenience and flexibility.
Payment for services
We offer different payment options for services, such as cash, debit/credit, insurance, or victim-witness payments. Our current covered insurance companies are Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Partnership, Medi-Cal, and more! Donations are accepted and may be fully tax-deductible to help those who are in hardship but need services.
Innovative, Holistic, Integrative Mental Health Care
Positive Approach Counseling Center, where we are here for you. We use state-of-the-art Neuro feedback using Myndlift brain mapping that tailors to your needs. Ask your clinician, or call the office for more information on how to get started. We even have discounted package rates, so you can purchase one and do it from the comfort of your home with the guidance of your clinician. Click below for more details on Myndlift.
our team:
Gabriela Gonzalez-Zuniga, AMFT
I am a bilingual Latina clinician, shaped by the resilience of my immigrant parents, whose sacrifices instilled in me a deep commitment to serving my community. My journey into the field of therapy is rooted in a passion for helping others heal, grow, and thrive.
I earned my academic training at California State University, Chico and California State University, Fullerton, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practices. I work with individuals, children, couples, and families, addressing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges (such as communication, trust, intimacy, and emotional regulation), and substance use.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion and collaboration, integrating Attachment Theory, Person-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe therapy is a transformative process and a space where clients can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
I also believe that if nothing changes, nothing changes. By raising awareness and consciousness, clients can begin to rewrite the patterns that hold them back and move toward the life they envision. I aspire to help change the world one heart at a time.
Outside the therapy room, I find joy in doing arts and crafts, music, exploring nature, running, and nurturing my spirituality. These experiences continually remind me of the importance of balance, connection, and living with intention.
Melissa Crosby, ASCW
I decided to become a social worker about 12 years ago and am still on my journey to become a licensed clinical social worker because my passion is to help people get well and be happy and satisfied in their lives. I love seeing my clients be empowered to get well and stay well using various interventions such as mindfulness, motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. I have experience with couples, children and individual therapy. I have been doing counseling for 8 years. I am very passionate about doing counseling and am very empathetic to my clients’ needs and goals. On a personal note I love to go hiking, camping and enjoy nature. I also enjoy to go golfing and swimming and my favorite is to spend time with friends and family.
Shawna Reynolds, LCSW
Hello, my name is Shawna Reynolds, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been in the clinical Mental Health field for over 15 years, and in the field of Social Work for over 20 years now. I have vast and ample experience in Adoptions, Attachment Issues, Grief and Loss, Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Issues facing older adults, and PTSD. I also have experience with providing individual therapy as well as family therapy, and couples therapy. I specialize in trauma-informed
d interventions and psychodynamic developmental approaches. I am trained in the Dan Hughes, PhD Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy model and in the Beyond Consequence Logic and Control model. I utilize CBT, TF-CBT, Mindfulness Person-Centered, and Strengths-Based Modalities of Therapy. I enjoy working with children ages 9 years and up, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I view the Therapeutic relationship as Paramount, and I will ensure a warm, comforting and safe environment for you to share. I have worked in Shasta County and surrounding areas since 2006, and I am very knowledgeable about local resources and can help connect you to valuable resources if need be as well. Taking that first step in seeking help is a brave one. I look forward to meeting you!
Niki Hughes, AMFT
My name is Niki Hughes, an associate marriage and family therapist. I am currently working towards completing my necessary hours while being supervised by Kimber Serna. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a focus on Social Psychology and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. I believe support, empathetic care, and building safe, strong relationships are the key for positive change. I am passionate about creating a safe therapeutic space where I can guide my clients towards functioning better in all aspects of life. I have experience working with those who struggle with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I believe in a dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) approach, helping clients manage, regulate, and process their emotions. I am also trained in CBT, ACT, Bowen’s family systems, and Neuro feedback. My approach with clients is collaborative, and client centered aimed at working with clients to provide them education, coping skills, and resilience to take with them through life. I love working with our community and creating a space to work on client needs, symptom reduction, increasing personal strengths, and working toward positive personal growth.
Alex Baxter, AMFT
My name is Alex Baxter, and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about supporting individuals, families, and teens on their journey toward healing and growth. I take an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from evidence-based practices including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, neurofeedback, and trauma-informed care.
I enjoy working with individuals who are committed to personal growth and are ready to take an active role in their wellness. My goal is to empower clients to understand their own resilience and take charge of their healing process. I believe that you are what you invest in yourself, and that meaningful, lasting change is possible for anyone willing to make the choice and commitment to recovery.
My experience includes working with trauma, addictions, ADHD, teens, couples, children, and families. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where each person can feel seen, heard, and encouraged as they work toward their goals.
Corinna Wagner, AMFT
Priscila Freitas, AMFT
Kendal Dummer, MFT (Trainee)
Nany, OFFICE MANGER
Hi, my name is Nany, and I am the office manager at Positive Approach Counseling Center. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and positive environment for both our clients and staff. My primary goal is to facilitate seamless operations within the clinic, ensuring that all needs are met efficiently and effectively. I understand the importance of mental health and the role it plays in people's lives, so I strive to provide a welcoming atmosphere where individuals feel valued and understood.
I take pride in my ability to communicate openly and transparently, working closely with the team to foster collaboration and growth. My experience enables me to address challenges proactively, allowing our therapists and clients to focus on what truly matters: healing and personal growth. Additionally, I am passionate about delivering a positive experience for everyone involved. Together, we can navigate challenges and celebrate successes, ensuring that our clinic remains a place of hope and healing.
If you need assistance with anything, please feel free to call the office or email me: (530) 710-8971 or nany@pacctherapyservices.com
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