My name is Dr. Art Magana, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Sacramento California. I have been working in the field of mental-health for over thirty years and have been licensed since 2002. I believe I have a strong foundation in the field of psychology, benefiting from training at the University of California, Antioch University, and at the School of Professional Psychology in San Francisco. I have balanced this background with early doctoral work at The Institute for Integral studies in San Francisco as well as years of training and workshops which allow me to consider myself as a multi-modal therapist, drawing upon various schools of thought which inform my worldview and understanding of human nature. I have worked in the field of child protection, Early Child Development and Infant Toddler Mental Health, Foster Care and Adoption, inpatient psychiatric, as well as years as a social worker and a supervisor for social service programs. I have been on staff at numerous counseling centers over the years and worked with a broad range of clients and their presenting problems and needs. I have practiced at the Institute for Bi Polar Spectrum Disorders in Folsom California .This background has given me a unique experience and perspective to look at the whole person beyond the confines of the patient therapist interaction. My approach as a psychologist includes genuine respect for all my clients and a desire to help them. I try to hear beyond their words to take in the person's emotional reality , their strength, and their sense of trust and safety as they move forward. I feel that humor has an important place in the healing and growing process. The research backs me up. I am a father, a husband, a teacher and a Latino therapist. I'm comfortable working in conversational Spanish however my writing skills...well not so much. Thank you for taking a moment to tell you about myself. Now it's your turn! I hope we have the opportunity to work together.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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I have tried therapy many times over may years but was never comfortable with it. Until I began with Dr. Magana. It was the first time I felt heard, which made me feel comfortable with him and allowed me to open up. I am finally getting the help I have needed for years because it's taken me so long to find my fit. Specializing in trauma, he knew I needed to feel heard. After 6 months, I still feel heard, every time. I never feel uncomfortable, and I never feel rushed to move on...I trust him, which is not easy for me. I feel safe and plan ot stay in treatment with Dr. Magana for however long I need to because this is also the first time that talking to someone made me feel like it was helping me in any way. I appreciate him very much and I am grateful to have found him...finally.
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is awesome
Written on Aug 08, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Dr. Magana is knowledgeable and is very easy to talk to. He asks lots of follow up questions and is also humorous.
Written on Jul 28, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dr. Magana is very real, empathetic, knowledgeable, and overall a pleasure to work with. He is very straightforward, does not beat around the bush, and does so without being overly harsh. I truly appreciate his calm demeanor; just speaking with him seems to decrease my anxiety level. He is certainly professional, tactful, and kind. 100% recommend him!
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 4 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Really down to earth guy. Made my first session a good experience with better hep. Looking forward to taking more sessions and growing through this !
Written on May 02, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Great Therapist who knows how to cut down into the issues.
Written on Jan 05, 2025 after therapy with Arthur for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
I really appreciate working with Dr. Magana. I feel that my sessions with him have become an anchor to my week, which bas helped me make progress with understanding myself better and gaining stronger perspectives on the situations that I’m living through.
Written on Jun 14, 2024 after therapy with Arthur for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
He’s a splendid old man, has a lot of wisdom to share, among his level education. He’s epithetic, he understands and comprehends the struggles that I have been through, and is able to see who I am today. He’s very supportive, one of the best, I can talk his ear off. Plus it’s always nice to share a laugh every once in awhile.
Written on Jun 05, 2024 after therapy with Arthur for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Great communication, easy to schedule with.
Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Arthur for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr.. Magana is wonderful! He has helped me very much. He is extremely knowledgeable and has all kinds of helpful advice to give. I highly recommend him!
Written on Sep 18, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse
He is kind and knowledgeable! He really helped me work through my work anxiety. Thanks Dr.Magana!
Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Dr. Magana is a very relatable person. He’s very experienced and a great choice. I have a hard time being open but he makes it very easy to talk freely.
Written on Aug 27, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Very insightful and inspiring...he has a good ground in relatability and allows for introspection...also he has an absolutely adorable puppo and well versed in all facets and what facet he doesn't he will dive into the chaotic darkness with you...alot of shrinks out there but this guy is the genuine artifact
Written on Aug 26, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I just started with Dr. Magana and I am already loving our sessions. He listens very well, to the point of being able to give insightful commentary and connecting various ideas that have already been shared. He employs a pleasant amount of humor in the right moments, and also is very gifted at giving the right amount of weight and honor to difficult topics.
I’m very grateful to have been connected with him.
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and adhd
Dr. Magana is so caring, empathetic and interesting. He's an astute, knowledgeable professional -- - and so smart. Dr. Magana is down-to-earth and has a way of putting you at ease as he helps guide you through your problems. He's a good listener but is also very engaging, asking the right questions at the right time, challenging your thinking. I don't know how anyone could not like this man. I'm very grateful to know him!
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Arthur for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coaching
Excellent therapist, active listener and empathetic
Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I like speaking with Dr. Magana. He is able to break things down and ask me questions that make view things in a different way.
Written on Oct 19, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Having a good therapist makes a world of difference! Dr. Magana is kind, patient, and understanding. I highly recommend him to anyone that wants to dig deep and prepare themselves for the future.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Excellent!
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Really have enjoyed speaking with Dr. Magana. He is super knowledgeable and is an exceptional listener. He asks valuable and thoughtful questions. Looking forward to the lessons I can learn from Dr. Magana.
Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, self esteem, and coaching
I really enjoyed session with Dr Magana.
Written on Jun 24, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kind and to the point
Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Arthur for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Dr. Magana shows a high level of compassion and understanding with his attentiveness to listen to issues during our session. I am extremely grateful to have found him on Better Help as this was my first time pursuing mental health support for family conflict issues and personal struggles.
Written on Oct 17, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
A great listener and gives really good advice. Calm, funny, and compassionate, which is most important. I really feel he genuinely cares about me.
Written on Oct 15, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Dr Magana is very professional and patient. I would definitely recommend him.
Written on Aug 16, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Magana listens to my concerns whilst explaining possible ways to address them. He genuinely cares about what's happening in my life and he is very easy to talk to. I'd very much recommend him to anyone.
Written on Aug 09, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Dr Magana helped me understand and articulate my needs in my personal relationship. He offered a listening ear and really took in and understood what I was struggling with and helped me understand it myself. He was always respectful and was clearly extremely knowledgeable and was able to work with me to help what I needed to be happy and comfortable in my relationship. Would absolutely recommend.
Written on Mar 30, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Doc has been very courteous, thorough, and helpful through this entire process. He has a lot of experience, which I like hearing about/from . Would recommend to a friend or colleague for sure.
Written on Mar 17, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Dr. Magana presents himself as a very kind, caring and judgement-free individual. Through conversation, he helps you understand that everyone has their faults and will do his best to relate to what has been mentioned.
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and anger management
Dr. Magana has been great so far, even better than the face to face counselling I have received in the past. I enjoy speaking with him and I'm always eager to book my next appointment. I will gladly continue this service.
Written on Jan 26, 2021 after therapy with Arthur for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
This therapist took me from a place where I was broken mentally and showed me how to put myself back together again without any sort of shame. I don't think people really have an understanding of just how important therapy is in transforming your entire life, until you have a good therapist. Just to be clear, not all therapists are good therapists, but you'll know one when you work with one! For anyone reading this I hope you find one that works for you.
Written on Dec 16, 2020 after therapy with Arthur for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Dr. Magana has been helpful in identifying ways to help with my OCD tendencies. He listens to my struggles and makes me feel heard and like I’m not going through it alone. This is the first time I’ve had a positive outlook on my short and long-term future. I look forward to our sessions because I leave feeling like I have new tools to go about the world independently.
Written on Nov 27, 2020 after therapy with Arthur for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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