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Dr. Sarah Williams - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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Dr. Sarah Williams

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

LMFT
PhD
AAMFT
10 years experience
1,200+ patients helped
English, Spanish, Portuguese

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About Sarah

Dr. Sarah Williams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has dedicated her career to helping couples and families build stronger, healthier relationships. With a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California, she brings both academic rigor and practical wisdom to her practice. Over the past 10 years, Dr. Williams has worked with hundreds of couples and families, helping them navigate challenges ranging from communication difficulties to major life transitions. Her approach integrates evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of family systems, cultural dynamics, and individual needs. She is particularly skilled in working with blended families, couples in crisis, and families dealing with mental health challenges. Dr. Williams is also a sought-after speaker and trainer, regularly presenting at conferences on topics related to family therapy and relationship health.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Expertise

Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Relationship Dynamics
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Blended Family Issues

Specializations

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Structural Family Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Narrative Therapy

Services Offered

Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Blended Family Support

Education

PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy

University of Southern California

Marriage and Family Therapy with emphasis on Systems Theory

2013

Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy

Pepperdine University

Marriage and Family Therapy

2010

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of California, San Diego

Psychology with emphasis on Developmental Psychology

2008

Professional Experience

Senior Marriage and Family Therapist

BuocDieuKY Mental Health Services

2019 - Present

Provide couples and family therapy, develop family therapy programs, and supervise MFT interns.

Marriage and Family Therapist

Family Wellness Center

2014 - 2019

Specialized in high-conflict couples therapy and blended family counseling.

Family Therapist

Children and Family Services

2013 - 2014

Provided family therapy services to at-risk families and conducted family assessments.

Recent Publications

Emotionally Focused Therapy: Outcomes in Diverse Couples

Journal of Marital and Family Therapy

2023
journal

Blended Families: Strategies for Successful Integration

Family Process

2022
journal

Communication Patterns in Distressed Couples: A Longitudinal Study

Contemporary Family Therapy

2021
journal

Certifications & Awards

Certifications

Certified EFT Therapist
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Certified
AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Trauma-Informed Family Therapy Certified

Awards & Recognition

Outstanding Contribution to Family Therapy - California Association of MFTs (2022)
Excellence in Clinical Practice Award - USC Alumni Association (2020)
Community Impact Award - Family Therapy Network (2019)

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