Sarah Slappey, MA
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #138520
Supervised by Amy Cornwall, LMFT #130174
Specializations
Anxiety Disorders & Phobias
Mood Disorders
Executive Functioning Support
ADHD & Autism
Eating Disorders
Trauma & Stress-Related Concerns
ODD & Oppositional Behaviors
Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills
Parent Collaboration & Education
Couples & Relationship Counseling
Treatment Approach
Person-Centered Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Attachment-Based
Play Therapy
Gottman Method trained
Client Populations
Children (5–11)
Adolescents & Teens
Young Adults
Couples
Families
Parents & Caregivers
Professional Profile
Sarah Slappey is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop skills for emotional well-being. She earned her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Azusa Pacific University in 2022. She also holds specialized certification in Gottman Method Couples Counseling.
Sarah prioritizes creating a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where clients feel comfortable, heard, and accepted. Grounded in a Person-Centered approach, she believes therapy should be individualized, collaborative, and built upon each person's unique strengths. She also values parent collaboration, helping families reinforce emotional regulation, coping strategies, and other therapeutic skills beyond the therapy room.
Get to Know Sarah
Outside of the therapy room, Sarah enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, caring for her four dogs, and finding new ways to get creative in the kitchen by trying new recipes. She also loves roller skating, nature walks with her dogs, and making time for the little things that bring joy to everyday life. She believes that connection, self-care, and finding balance are important parts of living a fulfilling life.
Sarah is committed to supporting each individual with compassion, encouragement, and genuine understanding, empowering them to recognize their strengths, navigate life's challenges, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
