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Licensed to practice in 4 states and accepts 1 insurance. Specializes in Anxiety, Men's Issues, Sex Therapy

Sarah Burkhead

(she/her)

LCSW, 11 years of experience
Open-minded
Authentic
Humorous
VirtualAvailable

Hi everyone, I’m a Therapist with 11 years of experience, two Master’s degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor’s from UC Berkeley. I specialize in helping men who are struggling with sexual dysfunction, performance anxiety, or worry that’s taking over their daily life. I also work with men and women who are navigating relationships of all kinds—monogamous, polyamorous, open, or still figuring it out—and the communication challenges that come with them. My approach is grounded in helping you understand your thought patterns, where they may be a disservice to you and how to change them in order to create behavioral change. We’ll set clear goals together and break them down into doable steps, and I’ll be here to encourage you rather than judge you if things feel hard along the way. I also make a point of highlighting the strengths you already have and reminding you of them on the days you forget. Supporting people in feeling less alone, more understood, and genuinely heard is the part of this work that brings me joy. Please note: I don’t provide couples counseling, but I do offer individual therapy focused on relationship concerns, intimacy, and identity. I am LGBTQ+ and kink‑affirming. This is a safe space.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together we will start with introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you are facing and your goals for therapy. Your time is valuable to me which is why I believe so strongly in diving right in.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My approach to therapy starts with helping you feel genuinely comfortable talking about things that might feel vulnerable or hard to say out loud. I’ve been told I have a warm, bubbly, and friendly presence, and I use that to create a space where you can be honest without feeling judged or embarrassed. At the same time, I specialize in areas that require a therapist who truly understands the territory. Sexual dysfunction, performance anxiety, and non‑traditional relationship dynamics aren’t “general therapy” issues — they’re deeply personal experiences that can bring up shame, fear, and confusion. I’ve spent over a decade helping people move through those feelings with clarity, compassion, and practical tools. When you’re dealing with something this intimate, working with someone who knows the landscape makes all the difference.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Patients needing sex therapy or just a sex positive therapist in general or difficulty in their relationship (individual counseling, not couples). Patients with career or school guidance needed.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Men's Issues

Sex Therapy

I identify as

White

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

California

Colorado

District of Columbia

Texas

Accepts

Cash - $180 per session

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Strength-Based

Strength Based treatment focuses on identifying and utilizing the skills you are already very skilled at and may not recognize in order to create change.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

CBT looks at how you interpret events and situations that occur and how that interpretation can affect your emotions. We work together to see what other interpretations are possible that would result in a less stressful emotional response.

, 25 ratings

4 ratings with written reviews

May 15, 2025

Getting me on track with my goals., mentally all around

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 2 with Sarah

April 10, 2025

so excited to continue our work together

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Sarah

March 8, 2025

Sarah is great we have had 3 sessions and it has been very helpful. She is easy to talk to and very open while still being able to direct the discussion

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 5 with Sarah