- Client-centered approach
- Short evening sessions
- California LMFT
About Sarah
Sarah Ochsner is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California who practices with a client-centered stance. She meets people where they are and emphasizes warmth and compassion in sessions. Her aim is to help clients process emotions and move toward goals that matter to them.
Sarah trained in counseling and marriage and family therapy and brings seven years of clinical experience to her work. She often helps people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and issues related to addictions. She also supports parents managing the pressures of family life and parenting stress.
Sessions are brief and practical, usually about 30 minutes long, and are scheduled evenings and weekends to fit around busy family routines. Sarah notes that she is licensed to practice only within California, so clients must be located in that state for sessions.
Her style centers on listening first and following the client’s lead, offering guidance when requested. She believes many people already know what they need, and she helps them clarify next steps and build momentum toward feeling more empowered.
Sarah also emphasizes self-care in her own life and models balance by taking most holidays off to spend time with family. For membership questions related to scheduling or subscriptions, readers are directed to contact the platform Customer Success Team.
How her approaches shape online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening deeply and following the client's lead. It helps people clarify what matters to them and make decisions at their own pace. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns that repeat over time and how past experiences influence current feelings and behavior; it can be useful for people wrestling with recurring relationship or emotional struggles.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify which methods make sense for their goals and comfort level. Sessions begin by discussing needs and preferences, then adjust the approach over time based on what helps most.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around work and family life, and the ability to keep appointments during evenings and weekends. Sarah’s sessions are noted as about 30 minutes, which can make them easier to fit into a busy day. Because specific session formats are not listed in her biography, confirm current session options before booking so you know what will work best for your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction-related issues. She also helps with stress, anger, parenting strain, and coaching toward personal goals.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is client-centered and warm, focusing on listening first and following the client's pace. She offers guidance and practical steps when clients ask for direction.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience since completing graduate training in marriage and family therapy.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the LMFT credential and is licensed to practice in California; sessions require clients to be located in California.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients and works only with clients located in California during sessions.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Sessions are scheduled during evenings and weekends and typically run about 30 minutes. Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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