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Sarah Borrud

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

5 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Sarah

With compassion and curiosity, we will explore your story and the core beliefs that shape your experiences. We will create space to transform beliefs that no longer serve you, and discover new ways of approaching challenges in your life. When working with clients, I have a warm, collaborative approach that is rooted in an honest, non-judgmental stance. I approach treatment using a Cognitive Behavioral framework while also integrating interventions based on Internal Family Systems and Narrative therapy. I understand that it takes courage to begin this process and I truly believe therapy can offer a unique opportunity for healing and growth.

With compassion and curiosity, we will explore your story and the core beliefs that shape your experiences.

Communication Style

  • Calming
  • Creative
  • Exploratory
  • Holistic

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Neurodivergence
  • Students

Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I enjoy yoga, reading, hiking, watching television, and listening to music.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#129825 • California • LMFT

Education

MA - Marriage and Family Therapy, California School of Professional Psychology

Sarah Borrud, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #129825 (exp December 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Sarah Borrud accepts Prime Health, Health Net, Blue Shield of California, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna, 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 Borrud 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 129825, 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 Borrud has been practicing therapy for 5 years. Sarah’s education and training include MA - Marriage and Family Therapy, California School of Professional Psychology. Over that time, Sarah has worked closely with BIPOC, Neurodivergence, and Students.

Sarah Borrud works with BIPOC, Neurodivergence, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. 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 Borrud draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Sarah’s style is calming, creative, exploratory, and holistic. In Sarah’s words: “With compassion and curiosity, we will explore your story and the core beliefs that shape your experiences.”

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

Sarah Borrud 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 Borrud 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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