Kimberly Sacra, LPC

Kimberly Sacra is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona who brings 25 years of experience to her work with individuals and families. She began her career in social services, including direct care in group home settings and crisis counseling in Phoenix, and for the past 18 years she has focused on supporting children within the foster care system. Her background spans a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting and family issues, as well as mood and panic disorders.

She practices from a strength-based, trauma-informed perspective that emphasizes clients' existing resources and resilience. Kimberly integrates a variety of evidence-informed techniques, including Cognitive-Behavioral methods, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused strategies, psychoeducational approaches, trauma-focused work, and mindfulness practices, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. As an LPC - a state credential that authorizes professional counseling in Arizona - she aims to create an accepting atmosphere where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered to pursue growth.

Kimberly is available for flexible remote options, offering therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and communication preferences. She works collaboratively with clients to set goals and choose approaches that fit their situation and values.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a collaborative, respectful relationship in which the client’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach helps with issues like self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns by prioritizing empathy and understanding.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying and reshaping emotional responses and attachment patterns. It is well suited for clients dealing with grief, family and attachment issues, and relational distress because it helps people access and process underlying emotions.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to notice thoughts and feelings without judgment and to build skills for emotional regulation. It is useful for managing anxiety, stress, panic symptoms, and mood challenges through present-moment awareness and grounding techniques.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kimberly works with clients to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts treatment over time to improve fit and effectiveness. Licensed professionals often blend approaches to meet each person where they are.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and select the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for the client.