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Gian Sarabia

Gian Sarabia, LMFT

Therapist in California

Therapist focused on building self worth

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6 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English, Spanish languages

  • LMFT in California
  • Speaks English and Spanish
  • Works with trauma

About Gian

Gian Sarabia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California who helps people facing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and relationship concerns. He works with adults dealing with trauma and abuse, addiction, sleep problems, ADHD, and questions about intimacy and sexual identity. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and international clients are accepted.

Gian uses a mix of practical, talk-based methods. He listens closely and adapts conversations to each person's needs. He focuses on building clearer goals, skills to manage strong feelings, and steps that fit everyday life.

In practice he draws from cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to find values-driven action. Attachment-informed ideas guide work on intimacy and relationship patterns. He also uses client-centered and emotion-focused elements to create a respectful space to process difficult experiences.

Gian has six years of clinical experience as a California LMFT. He frames starting therapy as a first step toward emotional health and collaborates with people to shape a plan that feels right for them. He aims to be straightforward, calm, and practical during sessions.

People who choose therapy with him can expect clear, short-term goals alongside longer work on identity, relationships, and self-esteem. He tailors pace and tools to each person’s situation and priorities.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts, clarifying what matters to you, and taking small actions toward those values. It can help with low self-esteem, anxiety, and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. It is useful for depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns people form in relationships and helps identify new ways of relating to partners and close others when intimacy causes pain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gian will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick appointment is needed. It also lets people work with a therapist who speaks their language even if they live elsewhere. Ask about scheduling, length, and any practical considerations when you set up your first appointment.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He helps people with self esteem, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, career strain, and ADHD.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He keeps sessions practical and conversational. Expect goal-setting, skills practice, and collaborative planning that match your needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has six years of professional psychotherapy practice working with a range of mood, trauma, and relationship concerns.

What are his credentials and location?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT - licensed in California.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

He accepts international clients; confirm any location-specific details before scheduling.

How do session costs and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin the process?

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