
Sara Au
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Sara uses a holistic, trauma-informed approach to empower individuals, focusing on self-awareness and emotional growth for fulfilling lives.
Sara has a holistic, collaborative approach to therapy that is trauma-informed and strengths-based, aiming to empower people in their healing journeys. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic alliance and uses motivational interviewing and psychodynamic techniques to support emotional growth and resilience. Sara’s philosophy centers on helping individuals cultivate self-awareness and recognize their inner strength to live fulfilling, value-aligned lives. She is passionate about guiding people toward greater mental well-being while honoring their unique experiences and goals. Sara has always been drawn to psychology and the healing process, particularly the ways people navigate challenges and cultivate personal growth. Outside work, she enjoys singing, listening to music, spending time in nature with friends, and relaxing with her two cats, Artemis and Love.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Panic
- Personality Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Esteem
- Trauma
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Special groups
- Neurodivergent people
- People of color
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Location
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Anthem – California
- Blue Shield of California – California
- Cigna – California
- Health Net – California
- Magellan – California
- Optum – California
- UCSC Student Insurance – California
- In-network insurance
Credentials
Licenses
LPCC
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
14234, California