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Sarah Lavoie

LPCC

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California

Communication Style

Affirming, Authentic, Engaging, Humorous, Open-minded

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Focus areas

Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Stress, Women's Issues

Years of Experience

10+

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I really enjoy working with clients that want to improve coping skills, self-esteem, and overall want to work towards self-improvement.

License number

#1749

Therapy style

I help people struggling with life transitions, problems at school or work, depression, anxiety, anger, relationships, and drug or alcohol use. I also recognize that even positive life events can be stressful, and it can help to have extra support. I really enjoy working with clients that want to improve coping skills, self-esteem, and overall want to work towards self-improvement. I value personal growth and self-reflection, which is why I strongly believe in the power of counseling. I have helped many people with identifying the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and how we can use those connections for positive change. Additionally, a big part of my approach involves improving mood regulation, interpersonal skills, and mindfulness. I try to focus on the present and future, to help clients keep moving forward.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Motivational Interviewing

Education

BA - Psychology and Spanish, Marist College MA - Counseling Psychology, William James College

Interests

Taking my pup to the park, reading and audiobooks, hanging at the beach, trying new restaurants, dancing in my living room.