- Attachment work
- Trauma focus
- Skill building
About Sarah
Sarah Bentley welcomes adults who feel stuck by old hurts and repeating patterns. She focuses on making sense of how past experiences shape today's behavior, thoughts, and feelings. Sarah writes plainly and works collaboratively to help people notice what keeps them stuck and try different ways of responding.
Sarah uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. She draws on Attachment-Based work to look at how early relationships influence current connection styles. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking. She also incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, when appropriate, to address traumatic memories.
Her approach is practical and relational. Sessions often include talking through specific problems, practicing skills, and reflecting on patterns that repeat in relationships and self-view. Sarah emphasizes working together to re-parent inner wounds and build more adaptable habits of thinking and feeling.
Sarah holds LPCC and LMHP credentials and has about 10 years of clinical experience in New Mexico. She helps people with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship difficulties, intimacy issues, and caregiver strain. She also supports people facing eating and sleeping struggles, anger, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
People who choose Sarah usually want focused, hands-on work to change old patterns and move toward more authentic engagement in life. To begin, confirm session options and scheduling when you’re ready to take the next step.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Sarah blends Attachment-Based work, Client-Centered approaches, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address relational patterns, support, and thinking habits. Attachment-Based work looks at how early bonds influence how people connect now and helps with trust and intimacy concerns. Client-Centered work focuses on listening, validation, and making changes at the pace the client prefers. CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and practice new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, symptoms, and personal preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. This process can include checking in on what’s working and adjusting techniques over time.
If you plan to meet online, confirm the session formats available before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, or choose whether to use video or another supported option when offered. Online work can include focused skill practice, processing of past events, and planning concrete steps to change patterns without promising a specific result.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sarah help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, caregiver fatigue, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, combining relational conversation with skill practice and attention to repeated patterns of thought and behavior.
What training and experience does she have?
She has about 10 years of clinical experience and holds LPCC and LMHP credentials as listed in her profile.
Where is she based and licensed?
She practices in New Mexico and holds licensure credentials noted as NM LPCC and NE LMHP in her profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients according to the profile details.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.