Business Details
49 Years
experience
Mental Health Counseling for Asian Pacific Islander Communities
Founded in 1977, we have dedicated over 45 years to addressing mental health disparities within Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Our organization specializes in culturally and linguistically tailored services, including therapy, counseling, and wellness programs designed for diverse cultural needs. Through our Transcultural Wellness Center, we provide comprehensive mental health care for all age groups, emphasizing community-based support systems. Our multilingual staff and interpreters ensure accessibility for non-English speakers across Sacramento County. We actively combat mental health stigma through education and outreach programs like Supporting Community Connections.Our approach integrates traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic techniques to address cultural trauma and acculturation challenges. We collaborate with local agencies to offer holistic services including housing assistance, language classes, and health education. With decades of experience, our team combines clinical expertise with deep cultural understanding to serve Medi-Cal beneficiaries and underserved populations. We maintain partnerships with Sacramento County Department of Health and Human Services to expand our impact. Our commitment to innovation ensures evolving mental health solutions that respect cultural identities while promoting community wellness.
Services
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Family Counseling
Transcultural Wellness Center
Suicide Prevention Outreach
Community Education Programs
Language Access Services
Senior Support Programs
Youth Mental Health Services
Cultural Competency Training
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have 45+ years of experience serving Asian and Pacific Islander communities
- Our multilingual staff provides services in 15+ languages with trained interpreters
- We integrate traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic approaches
- Our Transcultural Wellness Center serves all age groups with comprehensive care
- We offer community-based support systems addressing cultural trauma and acculturation
Services
Transcultural Wellness Center
Our flagship program provides comprehensive mental health services tailored to Asian and Pacific Islander communities. We offer culturally adapted therapy, psychiatric care, and support services for all age groups. The program emphasizes cultural sensitivity through bilingual staff and traditional healing practices integration.
Supporting Community Connections
This outreach initiative focuses on suicide prevention within Cantonese, Hmong, and Vietnamese communities. We deliver culturally relevant education, support groups, and community activities to reduce stigma and build protective factors against mental health crises.
Family Counseling
We provide family-centered mental health services addressing intergenerational trauma and cultural adjustment challenges. Our approach includes education about mental health resources and strategies for family support systems within API communities.
Community Education Programs
These programs offer culturally appropriate health education, nutrition counseling, and traditional wellness practices like tai chi and yoga. We address specific needs identified by community members through participatory approaches.
Language Access Services
We ensure accessibility through bilingual staff and trained interpreters in 15+ languages. This service enables effective communication for limited English proficient clients across all our mental health programs.
People
Lakshmi Malroutu
Chief Operations Officer
Dr. Malroutu oversees daily operations and program implementation with extensive experience in community mental health administration and cultural competency development.
Jevon Johnson
TWC Medical Director
Dr. Johnson provides psychiatric leadership for the Transcultural Wellness Center, specializing in culturally adapted treatment approaches for diverse populations.
Bethany Malenab
Clinical Supervisor
As clinical supervisor, Ms. Malenab ensures quality service delivery and provides professional development for mental health practitioners in culturally competent care.
Carolyn Yang
Senior Mental Health Counselor
Ms. Yang delivers direct counseling services with expertise in addressing cultural trauma and intergenerational mental health issues within API communities.
Vi Pham
SCC Outreach Coordinator
Ms. Pham leads suicide prevention outreach efforts in Vietnamese-speaking communities, developing culturally relevant educational materials and support networks.
Questions
What populations does APCC serve?
We specialize in serving Asian and Pacific Islander communities in Sacramento County, offering services in 15+ languages with cultural sensitivity.
Do you accept insurance?
Our services are funded through Sacramento County Division of Behavioral Health Services, serving Medi-Cal beneficiaries and uninsured individuals.
What mental health services are available?
We provide individual and group therapy, psychiatric care, family counseling, and community-based wellness programs with cultural adaptations.
Are there support groups available?
Yes, we offer culturally specific support groups for various needs including suicide prevention, senior support, and youth mental health.
How can I access services?
Contact us directly at 916-383-6783 or visit our Sacramento office to schedule an appointment with our multilingual staff.
