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Sarah Ling, AMFT

Registered Associate MFT #165464 / working under supervisioN

I’m an Asian-American associate marriage and family therapist, Restoration Therapy Level 2 trained therapist, certified Brainspotting Level 1 practitioner, and certified Prepare and Enrich counselor, practicing under the supervision of Elizabeth Rhee, LMFT (#122155). I bring warmth, presence, and attunement to the therapy room, with a steadfast confidence that together we will find clarity that leads to meaningful change for you. I offer in-person sessions in Pasadena and Koreatown, and I am available to meet with you virtually throughout California. 

My clinical experience includes working with individuals, couples, and groups from 8 to 80 years old with diverse backgrounds. Before training and working as a therapist, I was a proud and devoted special educator for ten years. This gives me a strong developmental lens on your story, with an appreciation for the relational and cultural systems in your context. I am grateful to bring to the therapy room abundant experience with neurodiversity, ADHD, autism spectrum characteristics, and issues of emotional and sensory regulation in adults and children. This is a great place to get guidance and develop greater understanding for how these elements are a part of the whole family and a vibrant life. 

As a daughter of Chinese/Taiwanese immigrants who has lived in diverse social settings, I have a special interest in working with those whose life experiences may not fit neatly into boxes and those who navigate cross-cultural spaces. My clients have shared feeling known and empowered as we explored together the challenging complexity in their lives. I also focus on working with families, parents/children, couples, friends, and siblings, with the recognition that every relationship contains a universe of emotional, practical, and interpersonal dynamics. From my lived experience in a 20-year marriage and as a mother of two children, I know how unpredictable and deeply overwhelming family life can be.

Working with others towards the health of relationships is a deeply-held calling for me. I have a wholehearted belief in each person’s ability to understand and change the patterns in their life, and I am eager to engage in this work with you.

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Clinical Focus

Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Well‑Being

  • anxiety and perfectionism

  • depression and high-functioning depression

  • grief and loss

  • life transitions

  • women’s issues

Couples, Relationships & Family Systems

Identity, Culture & LGBTQIA+

Neurodiversity & ADHD / Autism Support

  • neurodiversity (ADHD and autism spectrum characteristics)

  • neurodiversity within relationships and families

  • sensory regulation needs

Trauma & Intergenerational Healing

Leadership & High Achievers

  • leadership challenges

  • high-achiever stress

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My Approach

Attuned
Integrative
Empowering

My approach to our work together begins with warmth and attunement. I use a Restoration Therapy framework to identify patterns in your life and bring clarity to your experiences. Using family systems, attachment, and developmental lens, we will uncover the connections between different aspects of your life, empowering you to step into growth and meaningful change. For many, Brainspotting is a somatic approach that provides access to deeper parts of themselves. I am grateful to provide this powerful therapeutic tool and useful way of engaging our complex bodies, nervous systems, and constantly developing brains. My style is present and intuitive, embracing the wide range of human experiences and emotions. I am excited and ready to hear from you about what you are seeking.

THERAPIST-CLIENT FIT IS IMPORTANT TO THE THERAPY EXPERIENCE 

I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to determine if we might be a good fit to work together. It takes courage to reach out for support. I consider it a privilege to journey alongside you toward your healing and wellness that empowers you to live out your most authentic life.