Sara Markham, LMFT

Therapist in California

Empathetic therapist helping people build confidence

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3 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

Client-centered care
Mindfulness skills
Practical strategies

About Sara

Sara Markham is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California. She brings three years of professional experience and a warm, empathetic approach to sessions. Sara focuses on helping people regain confidence and find clearer ways to handle stress, anxiety, relationship strain, eating and self-esteem concerns.

She uses a mix of practical techniques to meet each person where they are. Sessions often focus on clarifying goals, improving communication, and building self-understanding. Sara aims to help clients notice small changes that add up to real shifts in daily life.

Sara draws on client-centered listening to create a steady, nonjudgmental space. She also integrates cognitive behavioral tools to spot unhelpful thinking and mindfulness practices to strengthen attention and emotional regulation. This combination supports work on mood, trauma, compulsive behaviors, and body-image issues.

The therapist pays attention to attachment and relationship patterns that influence how people relate to others. That focus is useful for exploring intimacy-related issues, divorce and separation, and workplace or family conflicts. She also supports clients dealing with grief, compassion fatigue, and the stresses of life change.

Sara works in plain language and prioritizes building a quality working relationship. She helps people identify practical steps they can take between sessions. The goal is clearer thinking, healthier habits around eating and sleep, and more satisfying connections with others.

How her approaches translate to online work

Sara blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and can explore their goals. Cognitive behavioral work looks at thoughts and behaviors, offering practical steps to change patterns that fuel anxiety, low mood, or compulsive habits. Mindfulness practice trains attention and calm, helping with stress, eating concerns, sleep, and emotion regulation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and day-to-day constraints to decide which methods to try first. Plans can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. In general, online sessions can make therapy easier to fit into a busy week. They can reduce travel time, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to include skill practice between sessions. Licensed professionals can tailor exercises so the work fits into the client’s life and goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesEating disordersSelf esteem Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCommunication problems Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sara focus on?

Sara works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, eating and self-esteem issues. She also supports people with depression, trauma, grief, addictions, and workplace or communication problems.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is warm and person-centered, with practical techniques added as needed. Sessions often include goal-setting, skill practice, and attention-based exercises.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Sara has three years of professional experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist. Her background includes work with concerns such as attachment, body image, and OCD-related patterns.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in California. Sessions are provided from that state.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the continue button on this profile and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.