Sarah Almaqousi

Sarah Almaqousi accepts Blue Shield of California, Prime Health, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Centivo, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, and Out-of-State BlueCard PPO. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Sarah Almaqousi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Sarah is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Sarah’s California license number is 80874, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Sarah Almaqousi has been practicing therapy for 12 years. Sarah’s education and training include MA - Counseling Psychology, University of San Francisco. Over that time, Sarah has worked closely with LGBTQ+ and Trans+. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Sarah is part of that group.

Sarah Almaqousi works with LGBTQ+ and Trans+ and specializes in ADHD, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, LGBTQ+, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Concerns, and Trans+. These are the areas where Sarah spends most of their clinical time. Sarah also sees couples and families together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Sarah is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Sarah Almaqousi draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Couples [The Gottman Method]. In sessions, Sarah’s style is action-oriented, affirming, engaging, humorous, and open-minded. In Sarah’s words: “My integrative approach draws from CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method, allowing me to tailor therapy to your specific needs and create a safe, affirming space for growth.”

Sarah Almaqousi (she/her) offers therapy in English. Sarah identifies as White. Sarah provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Sarah Almaqousi offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Sarah is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Sarah Almaqousi is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Sarah will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Sarah’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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