Individual Wellness Sessions
Recognizing the crushing stress and work load that physicians face today, SSVMS sponsors up to six (6) lifetime sessions, at no cost to physicians, with vetted psychologists and life coaches to physicians living and working in Sacramento, El Dorado, Yolo and Placer Counties. These services are confidential, convenient, competent and cost-free. *Limited spots available.
Confidential
Your use of the Joy of Medicine Resiliency Consultations are completely voluntary and confidential and may not be mandated as a condition of employment. Neither SSVMS, your employer, nor the California Board of Medicine will be notified if you choose to participate.
Competent
All psychologists, psychiatrists and life coaches participating in the Joy of Medicine Program have been vetted by the Joy of Medicine Advisory Group.
Convenient
Participating psychologists and life coaches are based in various locations in the Sacramento Region. Their hours of operation vary, but many are willing to accommodate the unique schedules of physicians.
Cost-Free
SSVMS sponsors up to six (6) Resiliency Consultations to physicians practicing in the Sacramento Region. Our vetted providers are paid discreetly by SSVMS. Insurance will not be asked for or billed.
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Physicians
Call or email any of the vetted providers below to schedule an appointment. Identify yourself as a physician in the Sacramento Region who participates in the Joy of Medicine Program.
Medical Students
Medical Students may schedule a Resiliency Consult with a vetted provider for a discounted rate. To schedule an appointment or for more information, contact a provider who offers sessions for medical students directly. Identify yourself as a medical student in the Sacramento Region who participates in the Joy of Medicine program.
**All physicians accessing Joy of Medicine Resiliency Consultations are required to show providers/coaches proof of residency. Any late cancels or missed appointments are the financial responsibility of the physician.
Psychologists
Joy of Medicine Psychologists are well versed in the needs of physicians. They are contracted and licensed providers, not employees of the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society.
Amy Ahlfeld, PsyD
Licensed Clinical & Consulting Psychologist
(916) 799-3866
drahlfeld@gmail.com
2530 J Street, Suite 310
Sacramento, California 95816
Lori Roberto, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
(916) 206-1741
drlori@drloriroberto.com
601 University Ave. Suite 222
Sacramento, California 95825
Daniel Rockers, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
(916) 273-1740
daniel.rockers@gmail.com
520 Capitol Mall, Suite 630
Sacramento, California 95814
Patricia L. Bach, PsyD, RN
Clinical and Consulting Psychologist
(916) 662-0767
pbachpsyd@gmail.com
Mammoth Professional Building
300 Harding Blvd, Suite 203K
Roseville, CA 95650
Additionally, Patricia will travel to the physician.
Marcella Kreysa, PsyD., M.A.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
(916) 672-0870
drkreysa@gmail.com
3301 I St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
Life Coaches
Joy of Medicine Life Coaches are experienced in working with the unique needs of physicians. They are contracted independent consultants, not employees of the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society. Please note that life coaches are not licensed therapists.
Kathy James, ThD
Life Coach
(916) 549- 9363
mamaesther@me.com
Kathy will travel to the physician.
Learn More About Kathy James Here
Michael Parr, MD
Certified Clinical Interventionist
msparr@msn.com
Dr. Parr will see physicians in his home office.
Steven Seay
Leadership Coach
(916) 715-9252
stevendseay@gmail.com
Steven will travel to the physician.
Testimonials
"I found the therapist to be experienced with the concerns of a professional. She has provided me with a lot of strategies to facilitate bouncing back from the stressors of work and life. I LOVE it! It is contributing to a refreshed attitude toward my career!"
- Sacramento Area Emergency Medicine Physician
