Dawn Mehalakis, MA, LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | Founder, Road to Wellness

📍 California | 🌐 www.road-towellness.com 📞 916-801-6569

Professional Summary

Dawn Mehalakis, LMFT (#112276), is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families working through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Based in Sacramento, she is the founder of Road to Wellness, a private practice providing both in-person and telehealth therapy to clients across California.

Dawn’s therapeutic style is warm, grounded, and deeply compassionate. She integrates evidence-based practices with a client-centered approach, helping people build clarity, resilience, and emotional well-being. In addition to her clinical work, Dawn owns a senior care home designed to offer a safe, supportive, and mentally enriching living environment for older adults.

About The Road to Wellness

Therapeutic Approach

Dawn uses an integrative, evidence-based approach drawing from:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Family Systems and Trauma-Informed Care
Strength-Based and Solution-Focused Therapies

Her sessions create a safe, nonjudgmental space to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, caregiver stress, childhood trauma, and relationship difficulties. She believes healing begins with connection and collaboration — helping clients build insight, restore hope, and achieve lasting change.

Education & Credentials

M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy — Argosy University, 2012
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#112276) — California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Member, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)

Availability

Currently only offering online therapy: By appointment, Sunday through Wednesday
Free 15-Minute Consultation for new clients
Insurance Accepted: Medicare, Medi-Cal, Anthem Blue Cross, Optum, Health Net, and others

Senior Home Care

As our population ages, the link between mental health and quality of housing becomes increasingly clear. Seniors need more than just a safe place to live—they need connection, comfort, and emotional support.

The Emotional Side of Aging

Loneliness and isolation are common struggles among older adults, often leading to depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline. Creating supportive living spaces where seniors can share meals, engage in activities, and feel part of a community can greatly improve their emotional well-being.

A Personal Reflection

This issue is close to my heart. My mother lives with dementia, and seeing her daily challenges has opened my eyes to the emotional toll aging can take. Watching her journey has inspired me to extend my care to other seniors—to create spaces that nurture dignity, safety, and belonging.

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