Sarah Barcelona

MS, AMFT
Accepting Clients

I am a relational, insight-oriented therapist who helps individuals and couples with anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship challenges.

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Skokie, IL
Supervised by David Hauser, PhD, LMFT; Katie Hauser, PhD, LMFT

About My Clients

Are you someone who has it all together on the outside, but struggles with anxiety and emotional shut down internally? My clients are often high-functioning, thoughtful individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, emotional disconnection, and stuckness in relationships. They may struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, managing stress and emotions, or creating closeness without tension and withdrawal.

My Background and Approach

As a relational therapist, I believe healing happens in connection, including the connection we build in therapy as therapist and client. Together, we cultivate a supportive and collaborative space to explore how your relationships shape the way you see yourself and move through the world. Our work provides a steady foundation for slowing down, reflecting, and experimenting with new ways of relating to yourself and others. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, emotional disconnection, and relational distress. Our work together goes beyond symptom relief to support deeper self-understanding and more fulfilling, connected relationships. My style is warm, curious, and collaborative. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment-based approaches, but we tailor our work together to your distinctive goals.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 2 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $165 - 190/session

Info

Email Sarah
5225 Old Orchard Road
Skokie, IL 60077

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