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Gian Sarabia, LMFT

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationCalifornia
  • Focus areasADHD, Trauma and abuse, and Intimacy-related issues
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
  • LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
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About Gian

Gian Sarabia is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who focuses on a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, ADHD, intimacy and relationship struggles, and LGBT-related issues.

Background and approach

He approaches each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and customizes conversations and treatment plans to address the particular circumstances and goals presented. Clients can expect a collaborative process that honors their internal motivation for change while working toward clearer coping strategies and emotional balance.

With six years of clinical experience, Gian integrates evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based and Dialectical practices to form flexible treatment pathways. He also attends to related challenges like sleep difficulties, self-esteem concerns, career stress, and complex co-morbidities that often accompany primary diagnoses.

Bilingual services in English and Spanish are available, and he accepts international clients. Those interested in starting can complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to his availability.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online work

Gian commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility; ACT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties by teaching present-focused skills and committed action. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and modify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which is often applied to mood disorders, anxiety, and issues like sleep disturbance. Attachment-Based Therapy is used when relationship patterns, intimacy concerns, or early attachment wounds are central, focusing on understanding relational dynamics and fostering stable connections.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their goals, preferences, and life context, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This tailored planning is part of his commitment to sensitive, individualized care.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility for scheduling and communication style. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across different routines and locations while allowing therapists and clients to focus on skill-building, emotional processing, and relationship work in ways that fit daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with a broad range of issues including trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, ADHD, intimacy and relationship problems, and LGBT-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is collaborative and client-centered, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to each persons specific needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional psychotherapy experience working with diverse presentations, including complex and comorbid conditions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is licensed as an LMFT in California under CA LMFT 150458 and conducts practice from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and he also accepts international clients who wish to work across time zones.
What session formats does he provide?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment arranged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.

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

Licensed

California

Languages

English, Spanish