Sarah Burkhead
Hi everyone! I'm Sarah. I'm a therapist with 11 years of experience, two master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley.
Chronic illness, fertility struggles, and intimacy concerns can leave you feeling frustrated and isolated. You deserve a therapist who understands how complicated these experiences can be—and who will help you find a way forward without judgment.
I specialize in helping people navigate challenges that can feel isolating, overwhelming, or difficult to talk about. 1. Chronic illness: I help people navigate the grief, frustration, and constantly changing glass ceiling that come with chronic health conditions, especially when answers are hard to find. 2. Fertility struggles: Infertility can be heartbreaking and exhausting. I provide a space to process the emotional roller coaster without being told to "just relax" or "stay positive." 3. Sexual concerns and performance anxiety: I help individuals work through performance concerns, anxiety, sexual confidence and how to communicate their needs. 4. Relationships: I work with individuals navigating challenges in monogamous, polyamorous, open, and other relationship structures, with a focus on communication, boundaries, and understanding their needs. Please note: I work with individuals and do not offer couples counseling.
First session
In our first session, we'll get to know each other, talk about what's bringing you to therapy, and identify what you'd like to work toward. I believe your time is valuable, so I like to make our sessions productive from the start. That doesn't mean you have to share everything right away or have all the answers. We'll move at a pace that feels comfortable while beginning to figure out what meaningful progress looks like for you.
Strengths
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.
Ideal clients
I work best with people who want to better understand themselves and find practical ways to make life feel a little more manageable. You don't have to arrive feeling motivated or optimistic. That's something we can work on together! My style is proactive, supportive, and solution-focused. I'll encourage you, gently challenge you when appropriate, and help you take small, realistic steps toward your goals.
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.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
White
Woman
Top specialties
Chronic Illness / Medical Issues
Fertility & Reproduction Issues
Sexual Health
Other specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Individual Therapy
Licensed in
Accepted insurance
Cash - $125 per session