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Sage Leitson

Therapist(he/him/his)
17 years of experience
32 patients on Headway
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I bring 16+ years of experience and a master’s in counseling psychology from JFK University to my work with anxiety, addiction, emotional well-being, and relationships. My journey includes roles as an EMT and harm reduction educator, shaping my compassionate, client-centered approach, with a focus on healing from the impact of parents or partners that demanded control or were highly reactive. I am also passionate about serving BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, honoring each person’s story.

My approach to therapy

Therapy builds on your innate capacity to heal by fostering greater self-awareness, resilience, and ease. I specialize in anxiety, substance abuse, emotional well-being, and relationships—helping you cultivate a healthier connection with yourself and others. Through approaches like EMDR, DBT, and attachment-informed therapy, I work with you to gently integrate your experiences, allowing you to move forward with greater stability and emotional freedom.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to leave sessions with greater self-awareness, practical tools, and a deeper understanding of their patterns and needs. Through our work, they can begin to let go of unhelpful habits and embrace vulnerability, creating space to navigate difficult emotions and address internal barriers. This process fosters personal growth, increased resilience, and a stronger sense of fulfillment.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Participatory, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at John F. Kennedy University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2411 Santa Clara Avenue Ste. 17
    Alameda, CA 94501