Sara Ustabas, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Sara!

I like to approach therapy in a holistic way. Exploring the bio, psycho, and social aspects of life and what is hindering or supporting you. Through a psychodynamic approach, let’s identify what you need in order to get back on track! LCSW.

My focus

I have experience with young adults, new postpartum moms, new parents, Adults, and Seniors experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anything caused by adjustments due to both wanted and unwanted changes in life. People experiencing stress at work and needing EAP services.

My approach

I like to use psychodynamic intervention, Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, Cultural Sensitive, Gestalt, Holistic, Multicultural, Mindfulness, Positive Parenting, Solution-focused, and Strengths-Based.

My communication style

My tone is led by patient comfort. I like to provide a welcoming environment, making my client feel comfortable. Building a relationship of trust is very important to start processing the story. I like to highlight points of discomfort and gently push you to process the root of the issue. I can be direct but gentle as needed.

My journey to mental healthcare

I initially went into the field of social work as I have a passion for helping vulnerable populations. While helping people I became even more passionate about the psychological impact that they were facing and how it created barriers to their success. I help people explore and uncover their strengths and help navigate them to their success.

My goals for you

We will develop a client-centered goal so that you feel you are getting what you need out of therapy and have direction with results.

Our first session

In our first session, we will explore what brings you to seek care and what you hope to get out of care in a realistic and timely manner.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Gestalt

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Psychoanalytic

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Concentration in Forensics from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sara Ustabas