Sarah McLaughlin, LMFT

11/29/2022

Many people are deciding that the end of the year is a good time to seek some extra support (we’re so proud of this decision!) and in case that’s not you *yet*, we want to normalize a couple of things about the steps it takes to get into therapy.

It is completely normal to:
- think about therapy for YEARS before taking any action steps
- contact a few therapists when you’re in crisis and then never follow up
- Have a bit of communication with one therapist and then decide to back out. At the time it may truly feel that “I can’t afford it, my schedule won’t allow for it, I don’t have the time, etc.” or maybe you’re just not ready
- Attend a couple of sessions and then drop off

It’s also normal to:
- restart the search
- Get back in touch with a therapist you had contact with before (this isn’t weird to us AT ALL, we’re so happy to hear from you again)
- Make the decision once and for all that it’s time to invest your time and money into your mental health

Please don’t feel shame around your process of finally getting to therapy - we’re just so happy you’re here! REMEMBER, our clinicians can now serve anyone in CA since we are entirely virtual 🧡 Visit my website to read more about the team!

04/28/2020

HAVN COLLECTIVE // The psychotherapy practice I co-founded currently has space for new clients. Our clinicians are warm, skilled and compassionate - that’s why we hired them!

Each clinician has an additional sliding scale space on their caseload as part of our response to COVID-19. We are all providing virtual therapy at this time, which means you can work with us as long as you are a California resident.

Visit our website (link in bio) to learn more or to schedule INSTANTLY online ✨

03/20/2020

As someone who has been borderline quarantined all winter - thanks to an adorable newborn - I’d like to share with you a practice that my husband (who works from home) and I instated early on in the newborn phase.

This practice really helped us share this small space and feel relatively well taken care of and nourished during those first few weeks. And while we fell out of the habit when our sleep stretches lengthened and I was getting out of the house with W more, I think it’s time to bring it back... At the beginning of the day, start by asking your partner, teenager or roommate “What do you need today?” It’s so simple, right? In my case, in the hazy newborn weeks my answer would 99% of the time be “a NAP” or maybe a shower, 10 minutes alone to drink a tea. Then I would reciprocate and ask “what do you need today?” This practice may be more helpful for parents, or those who are doing double duty of work and caretaking at the moment, but I also think it’s just helpful for anyone cohabitating. Maybe you need your roommate to give you an hour alone in the common space. Or you ask them to shower or go for a walk while you take your virtual therapy session 😉 Whatever the need may be, I think we can all be explicit with those in our lives right now and ask them directly as well.

What did I need today? Yoga with 🙏🏼 My partner took the babe for a walk and I had an awesome practice. He’ll get his sunset surf in a few hours 🧡

What do you need today?

03/13/2020

Hello, hi! I am taking a break from maternity leave land to pop in and say hello 👋🏼 I have been truly present during this transformative time and it’s been nothing short of magical ✨ AND all the more rewarding that I have another piece of my identity and self as a therapist, that I get to return to in just 3 weeks!

I will be back in the office the week of April 6th and I’m really looking forward to it. I have begun to get my schedule together and for the first time in a while, I will have space for new clients!

As you know, I specialize in treating anxiety - all types - in women. This includes OCD features, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety and of course generalized anxiety. Head on over to my website (link in bio) to peruse my blog posts and get to know me/my work better.

Who are my clients? Amazing women who seem (on the outside)to be kicking ass at life, while struggling greatly on the inside. You know that quote that goes something like “just because she carries it well doesn’t mean it’s not heavy” - Those are my gals. Women who think *maybe* things aren’t supposed to feel this difficult. Who are TIRED of worrying and overthinking. Who say yes to doing too much and taking care of everyone else before themselves. Who want PEACE and aren’t sure how to get it.

I have space for these women. If this is you or someone you know, reach out to me (through my website or email) to schedule a consultation call or appointment.

I’ll be back to blogging and posting somewhat regularly soon. In the meantime everyone take GOOD care 🧡

* teletherapy will be an option for clients if social distancing/quarantine measures are still in place come April.

12/06/2019

I just wrapped up my last week of work and maternity leave has officially begun! It feels great to have a job that is difficult to leave, to know that I’ll genuinely miss my clients and to be excited at the thought of coming back in the Spring. I continue to be endlessly grateful and honored to do this work ✨

p.s still has two (soon to be three) clinicians accepting referrals, so clients can continue to be sent that way!

08/12/2019

SECOND Annual HAVN Retreat! ✨ This past weekend was spent in the dreamiest location reflecting on the past year of our Holistic Psychotherapy Practice.

We’ve seen the onboarding of three amazing Therapists ( / / Ashli Rocha) and a Nutrition Health Coach (.nourishment ) ~ Served around 100 San Francisco clients ~ led some amazing groups of women through our events (be it our much loved Book Clubs or workshops) and we have truly loved every minute of the journey.

Here’s to HAVN turning one! And to an exciting next year where we have more growth and exciting happenings in store for our community.

Make sure you’re following us - Visit our website (link in bio) to learn about upcoming events or to schedule an appointment with one of our clinicians 🧡

08/06/2019

San Francisco based Therapists! We are hiring one new member for our awesome team.

- Must be able to see 15-18 clients weekly
- Have a mix of morning/evening and one weekend day availability
- Have a registered number with the BBS

We will consider Associates (AMFT, ASW, APCC) and Licensed Clinicians, as long as you are not concurrently working in another private practice setting.

Start date ASAP! Email us to apply ✨

06/12/2019

I have two daytime session spots opening up come July! If you have tried to connect with me this year, you know my schedule has been really tight... Now would be a great time to shoot me an email - or call me - and get on the calendar for next month ✨
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I work with women struggling with anxiety (including health anxiety and obsessive-compulsive tendencies) women who have LOUD negative self-talk and struggle to see just how wonderful they are.
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I would love to hear from ya! 🧡

05/30/2019

Bay Area! Here's a sneak peek at some workshops HAVN will be offering this summer!

visit our website to learn more and register for 1, 2 or all 3!

Join HAVN and acupuncturist Karinn Gallagher to ask everything you've wanted to know about acupuncture, acupressure and Chinese Medicine, all in a safe, warm environment.

05/20/2019

I’m sitting here writing the last discussion questions for our LAST book club meeting of the Spring and I’m just feeling so grateful.

I’m grateful for the 13 women this Spring (and the 15 women this past Winter) who signed up for a club where they didn’t know anyone(!!) They signed up to talk about BIG, *real* topics like, shame, vulnerability, relationships, pain etc. and boy did these women SHOW UP.

All of these women have shown up wholeheartedly with courage to share their experiences and support their fellow group members and it’s such a privilege to witness.

I feel grateful that this part of mine and ‘s vision has come to light. We knew that Would offer individual holistic therapy services, but we also envisioned opportunities to bring women together in community and book club has been just that! 📚

We have something a little different in store for this summer (more on that later, sneak peek on our website) but community and group will still be at the heart of what we’re offering this upcoming season. I really hope you’ll keep joining us in forming this community of curious and courageous seekers 💫