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Mission at Second Wind Counseling

FOSTERING BALANCE & RESILIENCE​

 

Step into your Strength as your authentic, down-to-earth self — and experience Greater Confidence, better relationships, and less overwhelm.

 

At Second Wind Counseling, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized therapy to support those who serve and protect our communities, as well as those navigating life's challenges. Our specialized services focus on supporting military personnel, first responders, and their spouses and significant others, helping them process trauma, build resilience, and foster emotional well-being. We understand the unique pressures and struggles faced by these groups—whether from work-related trauma, moral injury, complex trauma, or the impact of high-stress careers on personal life.

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In addition, we proudly offer our expertise to non-military and non-first responder clients as well, providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relational issues, low self-esteem, codependency, prenatal/postpartum concerns, or sports-related trauma, we are here to support you.

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At Second Wind Counseling, we specialize in individual psychotherapy, Brainspotting, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for both adults and teens. We help clients work through challenges like performance anxiety, trauma, and emotional blocks—whether the issues are short-term or deeply rooted. Whether you’re seeking clinical counseling, vocational guidance, or performance enhancement, our goal is to create an environment of encouragement, compassion, and understanding.

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We are here to help you achieve the growth and change you desire, providing the tools, strategies, and support to unlock your full potential and live a fulfilling life.

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Our Team

"When needing compassion, we need someone who is deeply rooted, is able to bend and, most of all, embraces us for our strengths and struggles," Brene Brown.

At Second Wind Counseling, we believe that every individual possesses the innate strength to overcome life's challenges, and we're here to guide and support them in this journey. Our clinicians prioritize creating an empathetic, non-judgmental space where every voice is heard, every emotion is validated, and every client feels seen and understood. Your mental wellbeing is our highest priority, and we're here to walk this path of healing with you.

Meet Our Licensed Clinicians

We presently have a waitlist for clients who wish to utilize TRICARE Benefits.

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However, we may be able to offer a sliding scale or reduced fee for our Military and First Responder clients (who are open to working with an Assoicate clinician) and if there is a financial need. Many of our Associate Clinicians have lived experience working as a first responder or are a Spouse of a First Responder or  Military Service Member. 

For those who’ve seen too much and held it all in—

this is a Place to lay it down, Tend to the injuries no one else sees, and move Forward with Renewed Strength!

Meet Our Associate Clinicians
Supervised by Senaida Rangel, LCSW and Kristina Cook, LPCC

Associate Clinicians are Not Eligible For TRICARE Reimbursement At This Time

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However, we may be able to offer a sliding scale or reduced fee for our military and first responder clients where there is a financial need.

Here, you don't have to explain the job to be Understood.

 

We'll Hold Space for the weight behind the uniform — and Support Your Healing Forward!

Our Offices

First Responder Counseling
First Responder Counseling
Vacaville Counseling Teens

Discover the Strength that is already within you!

Explore your past, understand your present, Create your future. 

Vacaville EMDR Counseling
Vacaville Trauma Therapy

Complimentary Bottled Water and Tea! 

Create a Life You Love to Live! Contact Us Today!

We’re committed to supporting you on your journey and offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to help you decide if our approach and services are the right fit for your needs.

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Because Second Wind Counseling is run by our clinicians rather than office staff, we’re often in session and may not be able to answer phone calls right away. The quickest way to reach us is by completing the form below. You can also text our main line (530-966-8144) or send us an email. 

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If you prefer, you’re also welcome to contact any of our clinicians directly. If you call and don’t hear back, please follow up with an email, text, or the form below so we can connect as soon as possible. 

 

We look forward to hearing from you and are honored to support you on your path toward healing and growth.

Which Of Our Offices Is Closest To You: Required
Many of our Clinicians are able to offer both in-person and virtual appointments. What type of appointment are you open too? Required
I am (Select All That Apply): Required
Are you a First Responder or Military Service Member? Required
Are you a Spouse or Significant Other of a First Responder of Military Service Member? Required
If you are a First Responder, what EAP do you have? Required
If you have Magellan EAP, what Agency do you work for? Required
Do You Have TRICARE? Required
I understand that Second Wind Counseling is unable to take MOST Insurances Including: Partnership, Carelon, Medi-Cal, Medicare, Kaiser, Western Health Advantage, Cigna, and many others. Required
I understand not all clinicians at Second Wind can take insurance and different clinicians accept different insurances. Required

By submitting this form via this web portal, you acknowledge and accept the risks of communicating your health information via this electronic messaging and wish to continue despite those risks. By clicking "Submit" you agree to hold Second Wind Professional Clinical Counselor, Inc and Kristina Cook, LPCC harmless for unauthorized use, disclosure, or access of your protected health information sent via this electronic means.

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