Provider Profile
Meet Sarah Whalen, A.C.S.W.
- Long Beach, CA
Sarah Whalen is an Associate Clinical Social Worker offering virtual and in-person therapy in Long Beach. She specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma and brings experience across a range of clinical settings and populations. Sarah is passionate about helping clients better understand themselves and develop tools for lasting emotional well-being.
- In-Person / Online
- Registered Associate in California
Areas I Can Help With
Sarah supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional challenges, and relationship concerns. She helps clients explore their experiences, better understand themselves, and develop practical tools that support lasting emotional well-being.
My Approach to Therapy
Sarah takes an eclectic, relational approach grounded in psychodynamic principles and a belief that each client is the expert in their own experience. Her work is trauma-informed and considers how past experiences and unmet emotional needs can influence present challenges. In couples therapy, she incorporates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to improve communication and strengthen connection. She creates a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore, learn, and grow with guidance and care.
- “Sarah creates a supportive, collaborative space where clients can explore, learn, and grow with guidance and care.”
Client Focus
Age
Not Specified
Participants
Individuals & Couples
Communities
Diverse Populations
Languages
English
Specialties
Treatment Approach
Education
- Master’s in Clinical Social Work
- Smith College
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Women’s Studies
- Clark University
Professional Background
- Sarah has experience working across a wide range of clinical settings and with diverse populations. Her work is focused on helping clients better understand themselves and develop tools for lasting emotional well-being.
Session Format
In-Person / Online
Location
You Stop Sitting in it Alone