Meet our team
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Dr. Chase Moore is a school psychologist specializing in the psychological development of children of African descent.
Mr. McDonald is a school counselor specializing in social/emotional, grief, married, individual, and group counseling.
Pan African Wellness Center Welcomes You
Where culture and counseling meet
Do you or a loved one have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help from a certified expert is the best way to put things into perspective. As a committed, professional Psychologist and Counselor in Sacramento, your well-being and mental strength is our number one priority. We are happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve.
"If there is no enemy within, the enemy outside can do you no harm"
African Proverb
A Bit About Therapy
As parents of three children, we know that all parents want their children to have a healthy mindset. That is, we want them to have the mental ability to interpret the world accurately, respond to life situations gracefully and manage their relationships with themselves and others without stress. Having a healthy way of organizing and structuring the world allows our children to be prepared for opportunities, have healthy relationships with friends and not be limited by psychopathology that makes them dysfunctional in one or many areas of their life. As parents we want our children's minds to be like good soil, meaning it's healthy and fertile enough to produce whatever they desire. Unfortunately due to challenges in life, this sometimes requires reaching a NEW state of mind. NEW, refers to a state where we have "No Enemy Within" (NEW). It is my belief that the greatest enemy our youth fight today are within, within themselves, within their homes, within their neighborhoods, within their schools and within the media they consume. It is our goal to implement effective coaching methods to teach self-understanding and instill a growth mindset.
Services I Offer
With You Every Step of the Way
Your well-being is our ultimate concern. Since 2010, we have provided wellness in the Sacramento area with a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for support, the pan African wellness center's therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence and assist you in the healing process. Take a look at the services we offer, and get in touch with us today.
Executive Functioning Coaching
"A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there"
PARENTS! Have you ever thought to yourself, “my child is so capable of academic, social and life success, but they just can’t put all the pieces together right now? If they only had the skills to plan or organize and the resolve to stay on task, they could do so much better”? If so, you’re not alone! Many parents with brilliant children who have ADHD, ADD or other experiences that affect Executive Functioning share the frustration that you struggle with daily.
We at the Pan African Wellness Center have trained professionals here to support you.
Educational Assessment
A Happier, Healthier You
We offer Psycho-Educational Evaluations that take into consideration the students cultural, societal and environmental variables. We have experience identifying learning strengths and weaknesses and value the opportunity to communicate the findings in a way that leads to understanding and lasting change.
Counseling
Here For You
African centered counseling is a philosophy and a therapeutic approach that emphasizes culture as the driving force in a persons life. Our approach is based on the history and experiences of African people in America. We utilize research-based techniques to build skills and shape behavior orientations so as to support the client in developing a mindset that is capable of thriving in the midst of the unique variables students of African heritage face. It is necessary for African Americans to have a psychological approach engineered for them and their growth, benefit, and empowerment.
Couples Therapy
A Happier, Healthier You
Feeling a bit down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a licensed professional. My Couples Therapy sessions help patients develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. Contact me today and let me help you find the best in yourself.
Our Qualifications
June 2009 - Presently serving as a school psychologist
Dr. Moore serves K-12 students from the ages of 3 years up to 22 years old. He has served as a Educationally Related Mental Health (ERMH's) provider and Behavior Specialist.
School Psychologist
June 2018
Music City Social Emotional Learning Conference Nashville, Tennessee!
Eight conversations parents should have to support the emotional development of African American youth.
2013-2016
Director of Special Education
Dr. Moore has worked with a variety of families and supported students with a variety of identified challenges. Dr. Moore has knowledge of and provided leadership over several specialized programs within many districts across Northern California.
June 2019
Guest Lecture:
Discussed healthy psychological development for African American youth. The fine points of the lecture highlighted parenting techniques utilized in African American homes and typical behavioral and psychological outcomes resulting from the respective parenting styles.
September 2006 - August 2015
Psychology Researcher
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January 1995 - December 2000
Troubled Youth Counselor
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Contact Me
I love helping my client develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. Contact me today to learn more and book a session.
Sacramento, CA, USA
(559) 907-8286
About Me
Nguvu ya akili
Strength of the mind
As a person of African heritage I began to realize a great majority of people in my community did not seek the services of mental health professionals and did not have trust or faith that this level of support would be an effective solution to their challenges. At an early age it became my mission to bridge the gap between a profession I believed in and the community I love. As a school psychologist my passion for helping children be the best version of themselves has no ethnic barriers. Rather, it is the appreciation of all cultures and their brilliance that has inspired me to place an emphasis on the African American culture.I truly care for all of my clients, and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek.