Sarah Ochsner, LMFT

Sarah Ochsner is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with a background in counseling and family systems. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Counseling/Psychology from William Jessup University and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Western Seminary, and she brings seven years of clinical experience to her work helping people move forward from painful patterns and periods of feeling stuck.

Her practice is client-centered, warm, and compassionate, focused on helping individuals and families process emotions, set achievable goals, and build toward greater well-being. Sarah works with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addiction issues, parenting and family conflicts, stress and anger, and she also integrates coaching elements when clients want practical strategies for change.

Sessions are offered in approximately 30-minute appointments during evenings and weekends, a schedule that reflects her role as a busy mom of two young children. She is licensed to practice in California - CA LMFT 103079 - and is available to clients who are located within the state during sessions. She does not currently work with international clients and is unable to provide letters that require a diagnosis, as this practice does not permit therapists to diagnose.

Sarah values self-care and models it by taking most holidays off to spend time with family. For questions about membership or logistics, prospective clients are encouraged to contact the Customer Success Team.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sarah uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and experiences guide the work; this approach helps people gain clarity, build self-awareness, and find practical ways to move forward from anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Psychodynamic therapy is also part of her toolbox, exploring how past relationships and patterns influence current feelings and behaviors to help resolve recurring conflicts and improve relationships. Trauma-focused therapy is used when past hurt or abuse shapes present-day functioning; that work prioritizes safety and gradual processing to reduce the ongoing impact of traumatic experiences.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sarah partners with clients to consider their needs, goals, and preferences and adapts techniques over time so treatment fits each person’s life and priorities.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule. Sarah offers appointments during evenings and weekends and typically meets in 30-minute sessions, which can be especially helpful for clients balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. These remote options expand access to licensed professionals and support consistent progress without requiring in-person visits.