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Pacific Counseling and Trauma Center

Our goal is to heal clients quickly, effectively, and permanently. Visit www.pacifictraumacenter.com

We offer cutting edge trauma therapy to adults and children who are impacted by emotional trauma or adverse life experiences.

07/29/2025

Brainspotting doesn’t look like traditional talk therapy, and that’s part of what makes it so powerful.

There’s less talking, more stillness, and a focus on what’s happening in your body, not just your thoughts. But there’s science behind it. 🧠 Brainspotting helps your brain process experiences that might still be stuck in your nervous system, even if you can’t always explain them in words.

➡️ Swipe through to learn how it works and what you might notice during a session. And if you’re interested in trying brainspotting to move through what’s been keeping you stuck, reach out to us!

Call us at (916) 608-4569  Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center  706 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630  www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

07/24/2025

Trauma doesn’t always show up the way we expect it to. Sometimes, its impact is subtle, woven into thoughts, behaviors, or patterns we’ve come to see as “just how we are.” But when we pause and look closer, we may realize these responses were shaped by moments when we didn’t feel safe, seen, or supported.

Making these connections can be the beginning of feeling more at ease in your own mind and body.

At PCTC, we offer trauma-focused care using advanced therapies like Brainspotting and EMDR. If you’re ready to explore what healing could look like for you, we’re here to help. 🩵

Call us at (916) 608-4569 Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center 706 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630 www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

07/17/2025

Meet Melinda! 👋💙

Melinda Arellano, Assoc. Marriage & Family Therapist, supports individuals, couples, children, teens, and families through life’s most challenging seasons with clinical expertise and a calm, steady presence. Her approach is trauma-informed and deeply personal, shaped by both advanced training and her lived experience as a parent and caregiver.

Swipe through to learn more about Melinda and the values that guide her work.

Interested in working with Melinda? We’d love to hear from you. ⬇️

Call us at (916) 608-4569 Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center 706 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630 www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio

07/15/2025

Looking for a therapist who offers compassionate, client-centered care? Aubrey Perez, APCC, works with individuals, couples, families, teens, and children, and she’s passionate about creating a safe, supportive space for healing. 🩵

Swipe through to learn more about Aubrey and her approach.

If you’re interested in working with Aubrey, connect with us today. ⬇️

Call us at (916) 608-4569  Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center 706 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630 www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio

07/02/2025

We 🩵 celebrating our people! 🎂🎈

Happiest of birthdays to our founder and fearless leader, and our amazing and kind-hearted therapist, Yelena! You both embody the spirit and soul of healing, love, and joy! 🦋💐

05/25/2025

“What’s the difference between Brainspotting and EMDR?”
It’s a question we get all the time—and the answer lies in how deeply you want to go.

While EMDR uses structured eye movements to process trauma, Brainspotting goes deeper, tapping into your brain and body’s natural healing intelligence. 🧠✨

It’s less about protocol—and more about presence.
Less talking—more transformation.
Less cognitive—more somatic.

If you’re ready to heal from the inside out, Brainspotting might be what you’ve been looking for. 💬👇

Want to connect?
Call us at (916) 608-4569
Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center
500 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

05/14/2025

Let’s make self-care less overwhelming and more doable 🌸🧠

Grab this BINGO card and take pride in the small things that protect your mental health 🩵

We’re celebrating every box you check off this week!”

✅ Screenshot it + mark yours
📸 Tag us in your stories so we can cheer you on
💬 Comment one square you’ll focus on today

Want to connect?
Call us at (916) 608-4569
Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center
500 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

05/08/2025

We’re dreaming up Season 2 of The Spotcast — and we want YOU in the conversation 🎙️
What topics, guests, or questions do you want us to explore next season?
Drop your ideas below and help us co-create it 👇

💬 Comment your ideas below
🩵 Tag a friend who listens to The Spotcast!

Want to connect?
Call us at (916) 608-4569
Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center
500 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

04/30/2025

One of the most powerful tools for healing is learning how to set healthy boundaries.
Boundaries aren’t walls to keep people out — they are bridges that allow you to honor your own needs and maintain loving, respectful relationships. 🩵

Swipe through for a simple guide to understanding codependency, why boundaries matter, and how to set them in a way that creates deeper, healthier connections.

Remember:
✨ Boundaries protect both your peace and your relationships.
✨ It’s possible to love others without abandoning yourself.
✨ Feeling resentment or anger? That’s often a signal a boundary is needed.

Save this for later 🔖 and share it with someone who might need this reminder today. 🌿

Want to connect?
Call us at (916) 608-4569
Visit us at Pacific Trauma Center
500 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA 95630
www.pacifictraumacenter.com — link in bio!

04/11/2025

✨ Not all behavior is misbehavior.
Kids show stress in different ways — sometimes it looks like yelling, sometimes like zoning out.

Understanding the Flight, Fight, Freeze responses can help us respond with compassion instead of frustration. 🩵

Swipe through to learn how stress can show up in kids — and remember, behind every behavior is a feeling.

📞 Call: 916-608-4569
🔗 Link in bio to book
📌 Save this for later & share with someone who works with or loves kids!

04/09/2025

TW Trigger Warning: Discussion of someone taking their life

If you’re navigating deep pain or loss, you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to walk alongside you

Our Brainspotting sessions offer a path toward healing, peace, and connection. Whenever you’re ready, we’re here to support you 🩵

Call 916-608-4569
or click the link in bio to book a session

04/01/2025

Have you ever felt like someone was pushing your buttons just to get a reaction? Narcissistic baiting can take many forms—stonewalling, guilt-tripping, false accusations, and more. Recognizing these tactics is the first step toward protecting your peace.

If you want to learn more about the signs of narcissistic baiting and how to navigate them, tune into The Spotcast on Spotify—link in bio!

Need support? We’re here for you. Book a session today at www.pacifictraumacenter.com or call 916-608-4569. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. 🩵

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706 Natoma Street
Folsom, CA
95630

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http://www.pacifictraumacenter.com/, http://www.pacificbrainspotting.com/

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What we do

Pacific Counseling and Trauma Center in Folsom, CA offers individual, couples, and family therapy for any type of emotional trauma. Tailoring every treatment plan for the individual client, you can expect a highly personalized therapy approach designed to help you reach your therapeutic goals. Each clinician will set concrete goals with you at the onset of therapy.

TRAUMA THERAPY:

Pacific Counseling and Trauma Center specializes in Brainspotting, one of the most cutting edge emotional trauma therapies available. Brainspotting is a powerful, focused treatment method that works by identifying, processing, and releasing core neuro-physiological sources of emotional and physical pain, and unhealthy coping mechanisms associated with PTSD, anxiety, and emotional trauma. It allows the client to channel the healthy "head" knowledge they possess to transform debilitating traumatic memories and the negative beliefs they feel in relation to the incident. This provides rapid and long lasting change in the client.

To learn more about Brainspotting, go to www.brainspotting.com, or call our office at (916) 608-4569 to discuss any questions you may have regarding your treatment