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You deserve to feel
at peace within yourself

Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. A safe space where healing begins โ€” at your own pace.

Confidential & Safe
Licensed Therapist
In-Person & Online

Therapy rooted in warmth and evidence

Every person's journey is unique. I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities to create a personalized path toward healing and growth.

Person-Centered

You are the expert on your own life. I provide a non-judgmental space where your experiences are heard and validated.

Evidence-Based

Grounded in CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practices โ€” approaches with proven effectiveness for lasting change.

Growth-Focused

Therapy isn't just about managing symptoms โ€” it's about building the life and relationships you truly want.

Culturally Sensitive

I honor the full complexity of your identity, background, and lived experience in every session.

How I can support you

Whether you're navigating anxiety, healing from trauma, or seeking clarity in your relationships โ€” there's a path forward.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions tailored to your unique needs. Work through anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and more in a confidential setting.

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Couples Counseling

Strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen connection. Gottman-informed couples therapy for all relationship types.

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Anxiety & Stress

Practical, evidence-based tools to manage worry, panic, and overwhelm. Reclaim calm and confidence in your daily life.

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Trauma & PTSD

Trauma-informed care using EMDR and somatic approaches to help you process difficult experiences and move forward with resilience.

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Depression & Mood

Compassionate support for depression, low mood, and emotional numbness. Rediscover meaning, motivation, and joy in your life.

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Online Therapy

Secure, HIPAA-compliant video sessions from the comfort of your home. All the benefits of in-person therapy, wherever you are.

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Dr. Sarah Brennan, Licensed Therapist at Serene Mind Therapy
10+ Years
Clinical Experience

Hi, I'm Dr. Sarah Brennan

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life's most challenging moments. My practice is built on the belief that every person has the capacity for healing, growth, and meaningful change.

I specialize in anxiety, trauma, depression, and relationship difficulties, drawing from CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness-based approaches to create a personalized therapeutic experience.

"My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported โ€” so you can do the courageous work of healing."
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology โ€” University of Oregon
Licensed Psychologist โ€” Oregon Board of Psychology
EMDR Certified Therapist
Gottman Method Couples Therapy โ€” Level 2 Trained

Words from those I've had the honor of supporting

These are composite, anonymized reflections shared with permission. Individual results vary.

Working with Dr. Brennan changed my relationship with anxiety completely. I finally have tools that actually work, and I feel like myself again for the first time in years.

M.L.
Individual Therapy Client

My partner and I were on the verge of giving up. Couples counseling gave us a language to understand each other and a reason to keep choosing each other every day.

J. & T.R.
Couples Counseling Clients

I was skeptical about online therapy, but the sessions felt just as meaningful as in-person. Dr. Brennan's warmth comes through the screen. I'm so glad I reached out.

A.K.
Online Therapy Client

Your healing journey begins with a single conversation

Reaching out is the hardest part. I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation so we can explore whether we're a good fit โ€” no pressure, no commitment.

Currently accepting new clients ยท In-person (Portland, OR) & Online