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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Sacramento
Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy is a Sacramento-based mental health organization dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals seeking support for anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Our team of licensed psychologists and therapists employs proven methodologies like CBT, DBT, and ACT to address the unique needs of diverse clients, including LGBTQIA communities, neurodivergent individuals, and underserved populations.With a commitment to accessibility, we offer both in-person sessions in Midtown Sacramento and remote therapy across California and Michigan. Our rigorous training program ensures all therapists-in-training receive extensive supervision, while our focus on diversity and inclusion fosters a welcoming environment for clients of all backgrounds. By prioritizing personalized care and continuous professional development, we empower clients to achieve lasting growth and improved well-being.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
OCD Treatment
Eating Disorder Therapy
LGBTQIA Support
Trauma Recovery
Psychological Assessment
Group Therapy
Remote Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and ERP for specialized mental health treatment.
- Our team includes CAPIC-accredited training programs with rigorous therapist supervision.
- We provide inclusive care tailored to LGBTQIA, neurodivergent, and underserved communities.
- Both remote and in-person therapy options ensure accessibility across California and Michigan.
- Psychological assessments clarify diagnoses and inform personalized treatment plans.
Associations and certifications
- CAPIC
- APPIC
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment program utilizes evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT to help clients manage symptoms and regain control. Specialized therapists work with teens and adults to address generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias. Personalized treatment plans incorporate mindfulness techniques and coping strategies tailored to individual needs.
Eating Disorder Therapy
Specialized eating disorder therapy addresses anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorders through multidisciplinary approaches. Our clinicians use nutritional counseling combined with DBT and family therapy to support recovery. Treatment includes body image work and development of healthy eating patterns for long-term wellness.
LGBTQIA Therapy
LGBTQIA-specific therapy provides affirming care for sexual and gender minority clients. Therapists specialize in identity exploration, coming-out support, and addressing minority stress. Services include individual counseling and support groups focused on building resilience and self-acceptance.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive psychological assessments clarify diagnoses and guide treatment planning. Our licensed psychologists conduct cognitive testing, ADHD evaluations, and diagnostic assessments for children and adults. Results inform personalized intervention strategies and educational accommodations.
Remote Therapy
HIPAA-compliant remote therapy provides accessible mental health care across California and Michigan. Virtual sessions maintain the same quality as in-person visits through secure video platforms. This option supports clients with mobility challenges or those living in underserved areas.
People
Katie Polsky, PhD
Founder, Clinical Director & Supervisor
Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in trauma treatment and evidence-based therapies. Supervises training programs and provides clinical oversight for all therapeutic services at Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy.
Shelley Tirsbeck, LMFT
Co-Founder, Director of Operations
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist managing daily operations and clinical supervision. Specializes in organizational leadership and ensuring high-quality service delivery across all therapy programs.
Karen Miller
Director
Senior mental health professional overseeing clinical programming and therapist training initiatives. Focuses on maintaining treatment standards and expanding accessible care options for diverse client populations.
Damien Brunt, PsyD
Post Doctoral Resident
Provides direct therapy services under supervision while completing post-doctoral training. Specializes in working with neurodivergent clients and implementing cognitive-behavioral interventions for anxiety disorders.
Eileen Sheehy, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Offers specialized online therapy services for California and Michigan residents. Expertise includes trauma recovery and evidence-based treatment for mood disorders using telehealth platforms.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you offer?
We specialize in anxiety disorders, OCD, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, psychosis, and LGBTQIA-specific therapy. Our services include individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with Health Net, Anthem Medi-Cal, and Partnership Health. All therapists provide superbills for out-of-network PPO reimbursement. Insurance verification available through our online form.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant video therapy across California and Michigan. Virtual sessions maintain the same quality standards as our in-person Midtown Sacramento services.
What ages do you treat?
We work with clients aged 12 and up, including teens, adults, and college students. Psychological testing services are available for both children and adults.
What makes your training program unique?
We're the only non-academic CAPIC-accredited psychology training program in Sacramento. Our interns receive six+ hours weekly supervision, ensuring high-quality care from trainees and supervisors.
Reviews (5)
Tracy Randall
Mar 07, 2021
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I am so incredibly grateful for the support that the therapists at Vantage Point have provided to my children. I would highly recommend this organization to others looking for quality therapy for themselves or their families.
Betty Golden
Mar 06, 2021
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Vantage Point Therapy has caring and professional staff genuinely concerned about the best outcomes for their clients. I highly recommend their services.
Stokey Ne
Feb 14, 2021
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Ignoring your mental health concerns is never a good idea. Much like your physical health, your mental health is crucial to a happy life. After my insurance changed at work i found i no longer had the same care team i had been with for several years. Finding a new therapist is always difficult. You never know what the person will be like or how you two will interact. Or if it will be helpful. Finding my therapist Shelley at Vantage Point has been a huge help for me in many ways. She is very kind and cares about her clients a lot. Psychotherapy is essentially talk therapy for people with varying
Jenny Marie
Jan 15, 2021
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I contacted Vantage to get my son an appointment and none of these people return phone calls! Very unprofessional for a company who's supposed to be there when you need them the most. To answer your reply nobody let me know anything so I was waiting for some kind of response. I can see why your office isn't well known OR well reviewed by others who have contacted you.
Erinn Moreno
May 27, 2020
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I found Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy, found they were accepting new patients & took my insurance. I called, was told after a LENGTHY message to email instead - so I did... waited earnestly for SOME reply, even: "We're not able to help you..." but nothing. It's been a week now. The responsiveness of mental health providers during the pandemic is utterly abysmal... I'm sad to see that Vantage Point is just another drop in the bucket of providers with poor communication and follow-up. Good luck to those needing help, best to just keep looking and not waste your breath on emailing these people
