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Sara L. Watts

Therapist
24 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Identity issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You may be used to being the person who holds everything together, even when you’re overwhelmed yourself. Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, grief, a breakup, a difficult relationship, or a major life change. You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong or have the right words to start therapy.

I enjoy working with college students and young adults navigating independence, relationships, academic pressure, family expectations, and uncertainty about the future. You may look like you’re doing fine while feeling overwhelmed or unsure of yourself. Therapy can help you figure out what you want and build confidence in your decisions without the pressure to have your whole life planned out.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, with room for humor. I’ll listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll work on practical ways to manage emotions, communicate your needs, set boundaries, and put what you learn into practice.

You can bring the messy feelings, the uncertainty, and the things you’re not sure you want to say out loud. We’ll start where you are and work toward changes that matter to you.

What you can expect from me

"Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful then staying stuck somewhere you don't belong." The mere fact you are browsing through profiles is the first step in providing the much deserved freedom that everyone deserves. Let me help you become the best version of yourself.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    24 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Chapman College, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at San Francisco State University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Colorado, California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Identity issues
  • More specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Behavior Modification, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English