- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Addictions support
About Sarah
Sarah Behrens is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Texas with five years of clinical experience. She focuses on common concerns young adults face, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, and challenges around identity and sexuality. Sarah also works with people dealing with addictions, ADHD, and the fallout from trauma and abuse.
Her background includes work in several settings such as a juvenile detention center and a psychiatric and substance abuse facility. Those experiences shaped how she talks with people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. Sessions are practical and direct, aimed at helping people sort priorities and find manageable steps forward.
Sarah uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address problems like panic, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also supports clients navigating relationships, blended family issues, and concerns related to kink and alternative sexual culture. Her approach is straightforward and focused on what clients want to change.
People seeking help for sexual assault, self-harm, seasonal affective disorder, or smoking and vaping cessation will find she works with those topics. She also addresses parenting questions, compassion fatigue, and the strain many feel after leaving school or starting a first job.
Sessions are conducted from her Texas practice, in English. International clients are not currently accepted. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Approaches used and how they fit into online work
Sarah uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches tools for managing anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding, and behavioral strategies to reduce avoidance. These techniques help with panic, daily worry, and the pressure of early adult responsibilities.Another approach is trauma-informed care that helps people process past harm at a pace they can manage. This involves naming what happened, learning ways to reduce overwhelming reactions, and building coping strategies for triggers and flashbacks. It is useful for sexual assault, abuse, and other traumatic experiences.
Finding the right approach is part of the collaboration. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before recommending a course of work. Clients and the therapist adjust methods over time based on what is working.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins that take less time than in-person visits. Licensed professionals can use different formats to match needs, and Sarah will help identify which format fits a client's everyday life.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and aspects of identity and sexuality relevant to young adults.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focuses on clear steps clients can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience and has worked in settings including a juvenile detention center and a psychiatric and substance abuse facility.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - licensed marriage and family therapist - practicing in Texas.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does she provide?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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