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Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD

Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro

Psychologist, MA, PsyD (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
1412 S Street, Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95811
Let's Connect (916) 262-7097
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I imagine you're here because you're feeling ready for change. It's reassuring to know it's never too late to ignite curiosity about yourself and learn how to develop secure, healthy connections to others, find relief from anxiety, depression, and stress, and handle emotional challenges more confidently. When you're struggling, it takes courage to let go of what's limiting you to make room for a fulfilling life. I can collaborate with you in the process of identifying, understanding, and reworking ineffective patterns and building new skills and behavior to create the meaningful and satisfying life experiences you desire.
With informed support, you’ll learn to respond more effectively to life's ups and downs. I can help you work through painful experiences and cope more skillfully with uncertainty, conflict, and change. Unique areas of expertise are people pleasers, excessively self-reliant, emotionally avoidant adults, and adults with histories of emotional neglect/abuse.
Making meaningful changes in your life and relationships will be challenging and uncomfortable at times, but isn't your well-being worth it? We'll create a safe space to engage vulnerably and candidly. Together we'll discover what you need to accelerate your personal growth and quickly reach the goals that are uniquely important to you.
Call or Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro now for a free 15 minute consultation - (916) 262-7097

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Spark Center for Self Development

1412 S Street

Suite 100

Sacramento, CA 95811 map

(916) 262-7097
I offer teletherapy to minimize the barriers to getting the connection, skillful support, and compassionate care you need!
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (916) 262-7097
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Spark Center for Self Development

1412 S Street

Suite 100

Sacramento, CA 95811 map

(916) 262-7097
I offer teletherapy to minimize the barriers to getting the connection, skillful support, and compassionate care you need!
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Health Net
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medi-Cal via MHN/HealthNet
  • Meritain Health
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Private Pay
  • Sutter
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Unlike most providers, we'll verify your coverage AND file claims on your behalf, so you can save time and focus on what matters: YOU.
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 262-7097
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Unlike most providers, we'll verify your coverage AND file claims on your behalf, so you can save time and focus on what matters: YOU.
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 262-7097

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY29151 Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended The Wright Institute, Graduated 2012
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Center for Adoption Support & Education (CASE) Advanced Clinical TAC / 2016
  • Certificate from The Wright Institute MA, Clinical Psychology / 2005
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Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (916) 262-7097
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (916) 262-7097

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Excessive Self-Reliance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • People Pleasing
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
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Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (916) 262-7097
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Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (916) 262-7097

4 Endorsements

Linda Hendricks
Linda Hendricks
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Brenda is a sensitive, caring, knowledgable therapist. I highly recommend her for both children and adults.
Sarah Spinner
Sarah Spinner
PsychologistPsyD
Brenda is an extraordinarily skilled, caring, empathic, and dedicated therapist. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking therapy. In addition to being a highly respected therapist, Brenda is also the founder of Spark Center for Self Development in Sacrame...

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Collaborative
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Interactive
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (916) 262-7097
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (916) 262-7097

Location

Primary Location

Spark Center for Self Development

1412 S Street

Suite 100

Sacramento, CA 95811

(916) 262-7097

Nearby Areas

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I offer teletherapy to minimize the barriers to getting the connection, skillful support, and compassionate care you need!
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 262-7097
"
I offer teletherapy to minimize the barriers to getting the connection, skillful support, and compassionate care you need!
Photo of Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro, Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Brenda Dominguez Vaccaro
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 262-7097