Sarah Chavez
she/her
About
Sarah
My work is grounded in a holistic, person-centered approach, engaging with every client as a collaborator rather than from a position of hierarchy. I place profound value on the therapeutic bond, acknowledging the trust inherent in being invited into the most vulnerable chapters of a person’s life. My goal is to foster a space defined by intentional, caring trust, while honoring the courage required to pursue meaningful change.
Guided by the belief that everyone possesses innate strengths, I help clients uncover and reconnect with those internal resources. I strive to empower individuals to challenge limiting self-narratives, gain fresh perspectives, and cultivate the insights necessary for resilience and growth. By walking alongside clients throughout their journeys, I cultivate an environment rooted in compassion, curiosity, and the potential for true transformation.
As a first-generation Latina, I have thrived because of the sacrifices my family made when immigrating from Mexico. This journey has given me a deep understanding of the unique experience of being a first-generation American while remaining grounded in my Mexican heritage. In my free time, I love connecting with family and friends, tending to my lawn, coaching my daughter’s soccer team, and catching live music performances. Whenever possible, I immerse myself in nature to soak up the fresh air.
Sarah
treats clients with
Stress
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Anger
Cultural or Racial Identity
Autism
Childhood Challenges
ADHD
Relationship Difficulties
Life Transitions
Grief and Loss
Communities
Sarah
specializes in
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Men's Issues
Women's Issues
Veterans
Immigrants/Refugees
Spirituality
Religion
Approaches
Sarah
can use
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Social Phobia
Psychoanalytic
Narrative Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
Mindfulness
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Psychodynamic
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Panic
Humanistic/Transpersonal
Motivational Interviewing
Seeking Safety
Sarah
education and experience
- School-Based Mental Health Specialist with Imperial County Office of Education
- Spearheaded implementation of a Mental Health Student Services Act (MHSSA) grant to expand access to school-based mental health services for students and families through accessible, on-campus support and outreach to high-risk youth including suicide prevention and early intervention services
- Experience working within the juvenile justice system supporting at-risk youth and their families
- Internship experience providing individual and group therapeutic support for adults and adolescents, addressing maladaptive behaviors, thought patterns, and fostering sustainable relationships and community integration
- Extensive training and practice in crisis management, safety planning for suicidal thoughts and behaviors, self-harm reduction, de-escalation, and emotional regulation
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Sarah
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