Sara Au M.A., NCC

(She/her)

Accepting Clients

Hello! My name is Sara, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California

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Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

I have worked with youth and adults treating a variety of concerns including mood-related issues (i.e., anxiety, depression, anger), trauma, grief and loss, stress, relationship problems, and life adjustment challenges.

My Background and Approach

My approach is holistic, collaborative and evidence-based, using a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Processing therapy, psychodynamic and narrative therapy. By creating a warm and non-judgmental environment in sessions with my clients, they are able to feel safe and seen with unconditional positive regard.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Reality Therapy

Issues I Treat

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem

Client Focus

Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Languages
English

Qualifications

License
M.A., NCC, State of California · #14234
Education
M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Additional credentials
National Certified Counselor, NCC
Years in practice
6 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross of California
  • Cigna
  • Anthem
  • Humana
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Curative
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Oxford (Optum)
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

Monday 10:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 6 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $125 - 250/session
  • Sliding scale: Available on request

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