Sarah Chiba

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Sarah uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete strategies for managing anxiety, stress, and addictive behaviors. CBT techniques are practical and skills-oriented, often focusing on changing thinking and behavior to improve daily functioning.

She also draws on client-centered therapy, which prioritizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard while clarifying goals. This approach supports exploration of values, motivation, and self-compassion in a nonjudgmental setting. Mindfulness practices are incorporated as well to cultivate present-moment awareness and techniques for regulating emotion, which can be beneficial for stress, social anxiety, and chronic worry.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process; the therapist works together with each client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions to practical outcomes while honoring each person's pace and priorities.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexible ways to engage in therapy from different locations. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to continue work between meetings using messages or brief check-ins when appropriate.