Lighthouse’s Comprehensive Services
Over the past 18 years Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center has been providing counseling, case management, and educational classes to individuals and families that need extra help during difficult times. Our counselors are trained in depression and anxiety therapy, family attachment issues, child abuse and neglect prevention, trauma and other family related issues. Lighthouse also provides a wide range of educational classes such as parenting, depression and anxiety, anger management, marriage improvement, self-care and personal growth, budgeting, family wellness and employment readiness. Finally, our Resource Center provides clients with case management so that they receive the resources necessary to meet their ongoing needs. All of our services are offered at no-to-low cost to the client and are provided in both English and Spanish. Altogether, we help families heal!
Lighthouse offers all services in both English and Spanish. For additional information or to set up an Intake Appointment, please contact Lighthouse at (916) 645-3300.
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EVIDENCE-BASED COUNSELING
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – This therapy model is the most nationally recognized and research-backed therapy model. It targets a specific traumatic event that may be causing anxiety or depression for the person. While this model was originally developed for children, it is also useful for adolescents and adults.
Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT) – With attachment-based family work, relationships between the child and their parent(s) are addressed, and the depression, anxiety or problematic behaviors will be significantly reduced.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) – SFBT has effectively been in use since the 1980s. With SFBT, the individual and family do not need to focus on “the problem” to resolve it, and solutions may not even be directly related to the problem. The primary focus is on the individual’s strengths and resources.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – CBT is an evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment that takes a practical approach to problem solving. The goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior, ultimately changing the way the client feels. CBT alters attitudes and behaviors by focusing on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes that influence an individual’s behaviors and relationships.
Couples Counseling – Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, coupled with the Gottman Method, helps couples strengthen their relationships by deescalating destructive cycles and creating healthy patterns of interaction. Subsequently, couples improve their communication, increase their cooperative parenting skills, and minimize domestic violence risk factors.
Grief and Bereavement Counseling – Lighthouse counselors assist individuals and families to process through the multiple stages of grief, loss, and life transitions to safely experience and accept their emotions. Our evidence-based practices support clients as they learn to adjust to their new reality and formulate plans for the future. Therapy is an opportunity to explore feelings and memories without judgment. No loss is too big or too small to warrant support. You do not have to endure your grief alone.
Intensive Differential Response (DR) – Lighthouse receives referrals from Child Protective Services to provide family maintenance or reunification services through family counseling, co-parenting counseling, and treatment for children who have experienced trauma. Play therapy, sand play, creative expression, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy may be utilized.
Protective Factors – Lighthouse helps to prevent child abuse and neglect for families with children ages 0-5 by building Protective Factors. Counseling to enhance Protective Factors includes building parents’ resilience, supporting social connections, increasing knowledge of child development, and improving the social and emotional competence of children. Play therapy, sand play and creative expression may be used with children and families.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – EAP is a voluntary, workplace benefit program that some employers offer for free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal or work-related concerns. EAP services are provided by Lighthouse BBS Licensed clinicians. Services include individual and family therapy for First Responders (and other community members) and their families to treat trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and other stressors and relationship concerns.
PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL GROUPS
Managing Your Emotions: Anger Reduction – MYE groups are designed for adults experiencing feelings of anger and frustration. Exercises focus on developing skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. The classes are practical, interactive, and use evidence-based approaches from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Road to Wellness: Depression & Anxiety Recovery for Adults – Road to Wellness (RTW) explores feelings like anxiety, stress, depression, fatigue and guilt which can affect mental health and well-being. Classes use CBT to help participants change their perceptions and patterns of thinking, and improve their self-care, communication and relationships.
Road to Wellness – Youth – Road to Wellness (RTW) is designed for middle school and high school students experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, anger, sleep problems and other feelings affecting their well-being and academic success. RTW helps students explore their thought patterns and learn new coping and communication skills.
Time To Be Selfish! –TTBS is designed to help individuals develop skills in coping with emotions, enhancing relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and practicing positive self-care.
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FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (FRC)
Our Family Resource Center staff help families overcome social, economic and health care challenges by connecting them to new skills, resources, and opportunities to advance to the next level of self-sufficiency. All of our services are offered in English and Spanish.
Information & Referral – FRC staff provide clients with information and referrals to various community services including, but not limited to, housing, food, temporary shelter, drug or alcohol rehabilitation, transportation, legal assistance, education, and childcare resources.
Case Management – FRC staff provide advocacy, goal setting, and wellness recommendations to clients in need of support managing a difficult family situation. The majority of clients in need are referred to Lighthouse by social workers, probation officers or other community-based organizations.
CalFresh Information and Enrollment – We increase awareness of CalFresh benefits and educate the community about eligibility and utilization. Our FRC staff are trained by Placer County Human Services staff to collect and submit information necessary for client enrollment to county eligibility workers, and to advocate for recipients when confusion, frustration, or misinformation become barriers for obtaining benefits.
Medi-Cal Information and Enrollment – We assist individuals and families apply for Medi-Cal health benefits and educate the community about eligibility. Our FRC staff are trained to obtain and submit the required information necessary for client enrollment in Medi-Cal.
Women, Infants, and Children Referral (WIC) – FRC staff educate clients about WIC eligibility and benefits. We have an on-site WIC worker that helps pregnant women and children obtain services.
Diaper Bank – We support our community’s diaper needs by providing parents and children with a supply of diapers once a month for up to 3 months, and if deemed beneficial, educate parents about financial planning.
Child Passenger Safety – FRC staff are certified to train parents in safe transportation for children through education, research and advocacy, especially for those at risk, including rural non-English speaking and low-income community members. We partner with outside agencies to provide new and safe car seats to children five years of age and younger. Lighthouse also participates in community events to provide car seat inspections and safe installations.
Housing/Utility Assistance – We partner with other nonprofits referring clients in need of rent and utility assistance. Our partner agencies determine final eligibility with a follow-up visit and the eventual disbursement of funds. Lighthouse at times has access to governmental or county funds to assist clients residing in Placer County. FRC staff prescreen clients and determine final eligibility before disbursing funds directly to landlords and/or utility providers.
Seasonal Assistance – During special times of the year, i.e. Back to School Back Packs, Thanksgiving Turkeys, Christmas Toys, and other supplemental support items are offered to our current clients.
Vision Assistance Referral – We partner with Lions Clubs to prescreen adult clients in need of eye exams and prescription glasses. After the client has been approved for services, client receives an approval letter, which serves as their form of payment at an eye care professional.
Employment Readiness – We work with clients to help them develop their employment goals. We discuss issues that may hinder them in finding suitable employment and determine how best to overcome those barriers. The clients are provided an email address from Placer County Business Advantage Network (BAN) so they can receive daily email notices of current job openings in Placer County. Lighthouse can also help in obtaining appropriate interview clothing. If the client needs help building or updating a resume, we provide access to Lighthouse computers, resume builder software, and offer helpful edits and formatting tips for a stronger competitive resume and cover letter.
Financial Literacy – Through computer-based workshops, FRC staff educate clients about budgeting, and debt and credit building best practices. We also collaborate with financial institutions if additional education regarding banking (checking, savings, and loans) is necessary.
Differential Response (DR) – We partner with Placer County Child Protective Services to assist in engaging families in obtaining needed services following allegations of child abuse and/or neglect. There are three levels or paths based on the severity of the allegations.
Path One: Families are contacted by FRC staff offering voluntary involvement with our services.
Path Two: Families receive a joint visitation with FRC staff and a CPS County Worker. As the CPS Worker is conducting their investigation, the FRC/DR staff member offers support to the family that may be in need of specific services, information and/or referrals.
Path Three: The child is removed from the home and placed in protective custody.
Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center (MDIC) – We partner with the Placer County District Attorney’s Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center to participate in the interview of children that may be victims of maltreatment. We provide assistance to the family and victim(s) based on the types of support needed and/or requested including, but not limited to, victim witness advocacy, therapeutic services and case management.
Early Childhood Disability Assessments – Lighthouse will assist with identifying children who may be experiencing a delay in development or particular disability. An assessment will help determine the individual child’s present level of performance and early intervention or educational needs before reaching school age.
New Moms Home Visitation Program – This program is designed to get needed resources, information and support to new moms in our community who may be struggling in their new role as parent or caregiver. With this early intervention program, we can effectively reduce incidents of child abuse and neglect and improve the health and well-being of the children in at-risk families.
Early Childhood Literacy Information and Referrals – We provide families with reading materials that are child age appropriate in English and Spanish.
Oral Care Information and Referrals – Tooth decay remains a significant problem with young children, frequently made worse by barriers that prevent them from obtaining proper dental care. Lighthouse staff can play an important role in helping children and their families gain access to educational materials as well as dental care. Staff make referrals to dentists that will conduct a preliminary assessment and, under certain circumstances, treat the young child free of charge.
Childhood Immunization Education and Referrals. Lighthouse staff provides information regarding the new immunization laws as well as a list of locations where children can receive vaccinations.
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LIGHTHOUSE COUNSELING AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
LIST OF PROGRAMS
We Help Families Heal!
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OUR MISSION
Our mission is to strengthen families and improve the physical and emotional well-being of residents of Placer County by providing counseling, education, and easy access to community based resources.
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OUR VISION
At Lighthouse, we envision a community with resources for every resident, an economy that provides jobs and opportunities for every individual, and a regional quality of life that allows everyone to pursue their dreams, thrive and give back.
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OUR PURPOSE
Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center exists to build the health and vitality of individuals and families for a strong community.
EVIDENCE-BASED COUNSELING
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – This therapy model is the most nationally recognized and research-backed therapy model. It targets a specific traumatic event that may be causing anxiety or depression for the person. While this model was originally developed for children, it is also useful for adolescents and adults.
Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT) – With attachment-based family work, relationships between the child and their parent(s) are addressed, and the depression, anxiety or problematic behaviors will be significantly reduced.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) – SFBT which has been in use since the 1980s. With SFBT, the individual and family do not need to focus on “the problem” to resolve it, and solutions may not even be directly related to the problem. The primary focus is on the individual’s strengths and resources.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – CBT is an evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment that takes a practical approach to problem solving. The goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior, ultimately changing the way the feels. CBT alters attitudes and behaviors by focusing on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes that influence an individual’s behaviors and relationships.
Couples Counseling – Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, coupled with the Gottman Method, helps couples strengthen their relationships by deescalating destructive cycles, and creating healthy patterns of interaction. Subsequently, couples improve their communication, increase their cooperative parenting skills, and minimize domestic violence risk factors.
Grief and Bereavement Counseling – Lighthouse counselors assist individuals and families to process through the multiple stages of grief, loss, and life transitions to safely experience and accept their emotions. Our evidence-based practices support clients as they learn to adjust to their new reality and formulate plans for the future. Therapy is an opportunity to explore feelings and memories without judgment. No loss is too big or too small to warrant support. You do not have to endure your grief alone.
Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Counseling – Postpartum Depression and Anxiety are more than just “the baby blues”. When sadness and worry do not go away on their own, a mother or family may need assistance to deal with these feelings. Postpartum depression and anxiety can become apparent months or even years after the birth, and they are treatable.
Domestic Violence Therapy – Lighthouse works with individuals, couples and their children in non-acute, non-active domestic violence situations. Therapy helps victims of domestic violence transform into survivors, and couples improve relational health by establishing a safety plan and improved communication. Safety plans identify maladaptive traits and identify steps to deescalate potentially violent situations. Individuals learn how to manage fear and depression and are taught the skills to be assertive and set healthy boundaries.
Victims of Crime (VOC) – Lighthouse offers services to victims and witnesses of all types of crimes. Services include all the Lighthouse services with a strong emphasis on case management and counseling to address trauma, depression and anxiety.
Intensive Differential Response (DR) – Lighthouse receives referrals from Child Protective Services to provide family maintenance or reunification services through family counseling, co-parenting counseling, and treatment for children who have experienced trauma. Play therapy, sand play, creative expression, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy may be utilized.
Protective Factors – First 5 funds Lighthouse to help prevent child abuse and neglect for families with children ages 0-5 by building Protective Factors. Counseling to enhance Protective Factors includes building parents’ resilience, supporting social connections, increasing knowledge of child development, and improving the social and emotional competence of children. Play therapy, sand play and creative expression may be used with children and families.
Department of Transportation Back to Work (DOT) – DOT assessments are available for employees in DOT safety-sensitive positions who have been and removed from duty. As part of employer’s return-to-duty process, a Lighthouse Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluates individuals who have violated a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – EAP is a voluntary, workplace benefit program that that some employers offer for free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal or work-related concerns. EAP services provided by Lighthouse include individual and family therapy for First Responders (and other community members) and their families, to treat trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and other stressors and relationship concerns.
PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL GROUPS
Managing Your Emotions: Anger Reduction – groups are designed for adults experiencing feelings of anger and frustration. Exercises focus on developing skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. The classes are practical, interactive, and use evidence-based approaches from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Road to Wellness: Depression & Anxiety Recovery for Adults – Road to Wellness explores feelings like anxiety, stress, depression, fatigue and guilt which can affect mental health and well-being. Classes use CBT to help participants change their perceptions and patterns of thinking, and improve their self-care, communication and relationships.
Road to Wellness for Youth – Road to Wellness is designed for middle school and high school students experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, anger, sleep problems and other feelings affecting their well-being and academic success. RTW helps students explore their thought patterns and learn new coping and communication skills.
Time To Be Selfish! – Self-Care and Personal Growth – This educational support group is designed to help individuals strengthen communication skills, embrace self-care, practice setting healthy boundaries, and develop stronger support systems
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (FRC)
Our Family Resource Center staff help families overcome social, economic and health care challenges by connecting them to new skills, resources, and opportunities to advance to the next level of self-sufficiency. All of our services are offered in English and Spanish.
Information & Referral – FRC staff provide clients with information and referrals to various community services including, but not limited to, housing, food, temporary shelter, drug or alcohol rehabilitation, transportation, legal assistance, education, and childcare resources.
Case Management – FRC staff provide advocacy, goal setting, and wellness recommendations to clients in need of support managing a difficult family situation. The majority of clients in need are referred to Lighthouse by social workers, probation officers or other community-based organizations.
CalFresh Information and Enrollment – We increase awareness of CalFresh benefits and educate the community about eligibility and utilization. Our FRC staff are trained by Placer County Human Services staff to collect and submit information necessary for client enrollment to county eligibility workers, and to advocate for recipients when confusion, frustration, or misinformation becomes barriers for obtaining benefits.
Medi-Cal Information and Enrolment – We assist individuals and families apply for Medi-Cal health benefits and educate the community about eligibility. Our FRC staff are trained to obtain and submit the required information necessary for client enrollment in Medi-Cal.
Women, Infants, and Children Referral (WIC) – FRC staff educate clients about WIC eligibility and benefits. We have an on-site WIC worker that helps pregnant women and children obtain services.
Diaper Bank – We support our community’s diaper needs by proving parents and children with a supply of diapers once a month for up to 3 months and if deemed beneficial, educate parents about financial planning.
Child Passenger Safety – FRC staff are certified to train parents in safe transportation for children through education, research and advocacy, especially for those at risk, including rural non-English speaking and low-income community members. We partner with outside agencies to provide new and safe car seats to children five years of age and younger. Lighthouse also participates in community events to provide car seat inspections and safe installations.
Housing/Utility Assistance – We partner with other nonprofits referring clients in need of rent and utility assistance. Our partner agencies determine final eligibility with a follow-up visit and the eventual disbursement of funds. Lighthouse at times has access to governmental or county funds to assist clients residing in Placer County. FRC staff prescreen clients and determine final eligibility before disbursing funds directly to landlords and/or utility providers.
Seasonal Assistance – During special times of the year, i.e. Back to School Back Packs, Thanksgiving Turkeys, Christmas Toys, and other supplemental support items are offered to our current clients.
Vision Assistance Referral – We partner with Lions Clubs to prescreen adult clients in need of eye exams and prescription glasses. After the client has been approved for services, client receives approval letter, which serves as form of payment at ophthalmologist.
Employment Readiness – We work with clients to help them develop their employment goals. We discuss issues that may hinder them in finding suitable employment and determine how best to overcome those barriers. The clients are provided an email address from Placer County Business Advantage Network (BAN) so they can receive daily email notices of current job openings in Placer County. Lighthouse can also help in obtaining appropriate interview clothing. If the client needs help building or updating a resume, we provide access to Lighthouse computers, resume builder resume software, and helpful edits and formatting tips for a stronger competitive resume and cover letter.
Financial Literacy – Through computer-based workshops FRC staff educates clients about budgeting, and debt and credit building best practices. We also collaborate with financial institutions if additional education regarding banking (checking, savings, and loans) is necessary.
Differential Response (DR) – We partner with Placer County Child Protective Services to assist in engaging families in obtaining needed services following allegations of child abuse and/or neglect. There are three levels or paths based on the severity of the allegations.
Path One: Families are contacted by FRC staff offering voluntary involvement with our services. Path Two: Families receive a joint visitation with FRC staff and a CPS County Worker. As the CPS worker is conducting their investigation, the FRC/DR staff member offers support to the family that may be in need of specific services, information and/or referrals.
Path Three: The child is removed from the home and placed in protective custody.
Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center (MDIC) – We partner with the Placer County District Attorney’s Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center to participate in the interview of children that may be victims of maltreatment. We provide assistance to the family and victim(s) based on the types of support needed and/or requested including, but not limited to, victim witness advocacy, therapeutic services and case management.
Early Childhood Disability Assessments – Lighthouse will assist with identifying children who may be experiencing a delay in development or particular disability. An assessment will help determine the individual child’s present level of performance and early intervention or educational needs before reaching school age.
Early Childhood Literacy Information and Referrals – We provide families with reading materials that are child age appropriate in English and Spanish.
Oral Care Information and Referrals – Tooth decay remains a significant problem with young children frequently made worse by barriers that prevent them from obtaining proper dental care. Lighthouse staff can play an important role in helping children and their families gain access to educational materials as well as dental care. Staff make referrals to dentists that will conduct a preliminary assessment and, under certain circumstances, treat the young child free of charge.
Childhood Immunization Education and Referrals. Lighthouse staff provides information regarding the new immunization law as well as a list of locations where children can receive vaccinations.
New Moms Home Visitation Program – This program is designed to get needed resources and information to new moms in our community who may be struggling in their new role as parent or caregiver. If you, or someone you know, could benefit from a new mom in-home visit from our Home Visitation Specialist, call our office at (916) 645-3300 to inquire about this service or to schedule an appointment.