- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Sara
Sara Markham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with three years of experience. She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship trouble, eating and body-image issues, anger, depression, addictions, grief, and sleep problems. Sara also notes work around ADHD, communication problems, and workplace issues.
Sara uses straightforward conversation to help people clarify goals and notice patterns that get in the way. Sessions focus on practical skills for communication, managing strong emotions, and making small changes that add up. She encourages clients to understand how past experiences shape current reactions and to try new ways of responding.
Her approach blends client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas and solution-focused strategies to identify strengths and next steps. That mix is used to help people spot unhelpful thoughts, practice different behaviors, and rebuild trust with themselves and others.
Sara describes working with people on relationship skills like speaking up and setting boundaries, and on eating and body-image concerns by examining how behaviors function for the person. For anger and workplace frustration she emphasizes clearer communication and concrete coping tools to reduce reactive responses.
People who choose her work can expect a collaborative process. She helps set clear goals and checks progress along the way. The focus is on helping clients act more intentionally in relationships and daily life.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Sara uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as core parts of her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person’s experience so goals feel personally meaningful. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches specific skills to change them.She also brings mindfulness techniques into sessions to help people notice emotional urges and respond differently. Mindfulness practices can be useful for anger, anxiety, and stress because they create space to choose a calmer response instead of reacting automatically.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Sara will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their needs and goals. That process includes setting clear, practical steps and checking progress so the approach can be adjusted as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, making scheduling easier, and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow work during a lunch break or after work hours, which can make consistent practice and follow-through more realistic for many people.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Sara works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating and body image, anger, depression, addictions, grief, sleep problems, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused work to set goals and practice new skills.
How much experience does she have?
Sara has three years of experience as an LMFT working with individuals on relationship, mood, and behavioral concerns.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices there.
Can I book sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.