Sarah Nam, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Adults & Couples
- License / registration
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences
AMFT 136181 - Supervised by
- Phuong N. Tang, LCSW 27966
- Location
- Irvine & Manhattan Beach, CA
- Languages
- English
- Fee
- $185 · Accepting new clients: Yes
- Sliding scale
- Available
Client focusAdults and Couples exploring identity, relationships, and self-understanding
- Relational Issues
- Self-Esteem
- LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Multicultural Understanding
Treatment approaches
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Attachment Theory
- Mindfulness
- CBT
- Gottman Method for Couples
Hi, I'm Sarah. Let's get curious about who you are, what you value, and the life you want to move toward.
The dream of becoming a therapist came naturally to me. The relief I found in learning about myself and deepening my own relationships was unlike anything I had experienced before, and I wanted to help others find that same sense of clarity.
I draw on Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, and Attachment Theory, along with mindfulness, CBT, and Gottman Method training for my work with couples. Therapy is collaborative and never one-size-fits-all.
I have a particular passion for working with people who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, the Asian American diaspora, and eldest daughters, because these are all experiences I can personally understand.
Education & training
Sarah received her Master's in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco and has built experience across several modalities, particularly IFS, mindfulness, and CBT. She is also trained in the Gottman Method for her work with couples.
The dream to become a therapist was one that came naturally to me, as the relief that came from learning about myself and deepening my personal relationships was unlike anything I'd experienced before. I've had the honor and privilege of being a client's sounding board, accountability checkpoint, and curious explorer as they reach their goals.
Fun facts
Outside of work, Sarah loves attending music festivals and concerts, playing her electric bass, and exploring new restaurants and cafés.
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