About Sarah
Sarah Chiba helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, career struggles, and big life changes. She introduces a calm, steady presence so a worried parent can describe what feels hard without feeling judged. Sarah is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in California with five years of experience.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. She listens first, then works with people to set clear, short-term goals.
How Sarah works
Sessions often mix skill building and conversation so people leave with one or two things to try between meetings. She uses a range of methods that fit each person’s situation, including talk-based work and body-centered techniques. Sarah pays attention to how feelings show up in day-to-day life.
She helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and gently test different responses. For stress and anxiety she often focuses on strategies that reduce immediate overwhelm and increase steady coping over time. When addictions or impulsive behaviors are in play, she supports people to make small, realistic changes and to build healthier routines.
For self-esteem and career concerns she helps clarify values, strengths, and next steps that feel manageable. People who are navigating pregnancy, midlife questions, or the loneliness that can come with life transitions will find a non-judgmental space to talk through options and plan small, doable changes. Sarah explains things in clear language and works collaboratively on goals that matter to each person.
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What Sarah works with
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Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 5 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
How Sarah’s methods work online
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person and their goals at the center of sessions. It means the therapist listens without judging and follows the person’s pace, helping them find their own solutions and build confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and teaches simple skills to reduce anxiety and change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice bodily sensations and present-moment experience, which can reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day coping.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Sarah discusses options and tailors the work to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. Together they decide whether to focus on skills, present-moment awareness, or a mix of strategies, and they adjust the plan over time based on what is helping.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls work well for longer conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a quick check-in or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief support, tracking small steps, or checking in between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to use the format that feels most comfortable.
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