Sara Markham, LMFT
Attuned, practical therapy for relationship and personal growth
- Empathy and evidence-based care
- Relationship and family focus
- Stress and mood support
About Sara Markham
Sara Markham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California who brings empathy and attuned listening to her work with individuals and families. With three years of experience, she combines client-centered care with evidence-informed techniques to help people clarify goals, strengthen self-confidence, and improve relationships. Her approach emphasizes building a collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports exploration of personal history, communication patterns, attachment dynamics, and the practical steps needed to make change.
Sara works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and body-image struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, ADHD, and workplace or family conflicts. She blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy alongside other methods to tailor treatment to each person’s needs and preferences. That flexible use of approaches helps clients develop clearer insight, learn new coping strategies, and practice different ways of relating to themselves and others.
Grounded in attunement and a focus on mindsight - the capacity to observe internal experience - Sara helps clients integrate past experiences and shift unhelpful patterns. She aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can articulate their values and take intentional steps toward the changes they want. Sara is licensed in California - CA LMFT 44713.
Sara works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and body-image struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, ADHD, and workplace or family conflicts. She blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy alongside other methods to tailor treatment to each person’s needs and preferences. That flexible use of approaches helps clients develop clearer insight, learn new coping strategies, and practice different ways of relating to themselves and others.
Grounded in attunement and a focus on mindsight - the capacity to observe internal experience - Sara helps clients integrate past experiences and shift unhelpful patterns. She aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where people can articulate their values and take intentional steps toward the changes they want. Sara is licensed in California - CA LMFT 44713.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sara Markham have?
Sara Markham has three years of clinical experience.
Is Sara Markham a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT. License details are CA LMFT 44713.
In which languages does Sara Markham provide therapy?
Sara provides therapy in English.
Where is Sara Markham located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Sara Markham as my therapist?
You can work with Sara Markham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sara Markham work with international clients?
Sara Markham does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sara Markham cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches and Remote Care
Sara integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Mindfulness techniques to support online treatment. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and creating a validating environment so clients can explore values and build self-understanding - it is useful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. CBT offers structured tools to identify and modify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, and certain mood or behavior concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical skills for regulating stress and emotional reactivity, which can be helpful for trauma recovery, stress management, and improving focus.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Sara works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques over time so therapy remains practical and aligned with clients' priorities.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and access licensed professionals from different locations within California. These options offer flexibility in how and when clients engage in work on relationships, mood, coping skills, and life changes while maintaining the collaborative therapeutic relationship that supports progress.