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Sarah Lavoie

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

12 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
+ 2 other states
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Sarah

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.

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

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Engaging
  • Humorous
  • Open-minded

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Approach

Locations

Virtual appointments available for Washington, California, and New York residents

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Session Details

Additional

Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Sarah Lavoie, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor License #1749 (exp December 2026)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Sarah Lavoie accepts Health Net, Blue Shield of California, Prime Health, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, and Centivo. 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 Lavoie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Sarah is licensed to practice in Washington, California, and New York, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Sarah’s California license number is 1749, 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 Lavoie has been practicing therapy for 12 years. Sarah’s education and training include BA - Psychology and Spanish, Marist College; MA - Counseling Psychology, William James College. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Sarah is part of that group.

Sarah Lavoie specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Stress, and Women's Issues. These are the areas where Sarah spends most of their clinical time. 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 Lavoie draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Harm Reduction, and Motivational Interviewing. In sessions, Sarah’s style is affirming, authentic, engaging, humorous, and open-minded. In Sarah’s words: “I really enjoy working with clients that want to improve coping skills, self-esteem, and overall want to work towards self-improvement.”

Sarah Lavoie (she/her) offers therapy in English. Sarah identifies as White.

Sarah Lavoie offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Sarah is licensed in Washington, California, and New York, and you need to be located in one of those states 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 Lavoie 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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