NORTHERN CALIFORNIA FAMILY COUNSELING

To be understood
is a place to
begin.

Counseling rooted in connection.
Care that meets you where you are.


IN REDDING. THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA.

A place for every chapter

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Adults

A space for what you are carrying.

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Couples & Families

A space for what you are carrying.

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Children & Teens

A space for what you are carrying.

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First Responders

A space for what you are carrying.

LESS FORMULA. MORE UNDERSTANDING.

Good therapy begins
with a real connection.

You are more than a set of symptoms. Your experiences, relationships, and hopes all deserve to be heard.

We call it attunement: taking the time to understand you, then shaping care around what you need. It’s the foundation of our work—and the reason finding the right clinician matters.

EXPERTISE WITH INTENTION

More ways to meet your needs.

Brainspotting

A focused, brain-body approach offered as part of individualized therapeutic care. Explore what it involves and whether it may be a fit for you.

Neurofeedback

A specialized approach using feedback about brain activity. Our clinicians can walk you through the process and help you understand your options.

The Heart of Our Team

  • Christina G. Whitney, CEO LMFT, MBA

    Helping individuals and couples heal from trauma and deepen meaningful connections.

    Licensed in California, Arizona and Nevada · Brainspotting · Imago Couples Therapy Informed · Neurofeedback · EMDR trained

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    Lane Whitney, ASW

    A calm, grounded presence for trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.

    Over a decade in the fire service, from wildland crew to municipal department.

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    Colby Smith, Office Manager

    The first friendly face you meet, connecting you to the care you need.

    Keeps day-to-day operations running so clients and clinicians can focus on healing

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OUR OFFICE · REDDING, CALIFORNIA

A welcoming place.
A time that works for you.

A conveniently located Redding office and a friendly team make room for what matters: finding care that fits your life.

  • Conveniently in Redding - In-person care close to home, with telehealth throughout California.

  • A friendly team - A warm welcome and help finding the right clinician.

  • Appointments seven days a week - Morning and evening options to work with your schedule.

THE RIGHT FIT IS NOT AN AFTERTHOUGHT

A person, not just an appointment.

01 Tell us what matters

Share the kind of support you’re looking for and what would make care feel accessible.

02 We make a thoughtful match

We consider clinical fit, scheduling, and insurance or private-pay preferences together.

• Generally respond within 24 hours. • Insurance & private-pay options

03 Take your next step

Ask questions, understand your options, and decide what feels right for you.


You don’t have to choose a clinician alone.
We’ll help you make a thoughtful match.

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FIRST RESPONDERS & CAL FIRE

Always showing up.
Now, a space for you.

The work you do asks a lot of you. Dedicated support and retreat experiences offer time to step away, reconnect, and focus on your own care.

Explore our first responder offerings and CAL FIRE retreat information. We’ll talk through the right format and next steps together.

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SECURE ONLINE SCHEDULING

Book an appointment

Booking opens the practice’s secure client portal in a new window, where you can see open times and request a session.

Prefer to talk it through first? We’ll help you find the right starting point.

(530) 768-7397


Not for emergency care. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 988. Do not wait for a booking response.

Get started with Northern California Family Counseling and Wellness Center today.