Sabrina Ayoub, LMFT

Sabrina Ayoub, LMFT

Psychotherapist
CA
5.00
“Sabrina is a very calm, supportive, and attentive therapist. She listens very well, and repeats things back to make sure she understands. She occasionally uses a digital white board to map things out, which I‚Äôve found very helpful. She ends every session by helping me think of something I can work on for the coming week.”
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Overall rating

5.00
“Sabrina is a very calm, supportive, and attentive therapist. She listens very well, and repeats things back to make sure she understands. She occasionally uses a digital white board to map things out, which I‚Äôve found very helpful. She ends every session by helping me think of something I can work on for the coming week.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Sabrina was absolutely brilliant. She is patient , kind and made sense of my feelings, life experiences and emotions clearly and tangibly. Simplified my hopeless and myriad thoughts into small achievable steps and goals . I highly recommend her . Trust the process and put complete faith in her : positive results will follow . Wishing her great success and so grateful I found her through RULA !”
Less than 1 month ago

About Sabrina Ayoub

Focus areas

Anger Management
Codependency
Panic Attack
Anxiety
Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Behavioral Problems
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sabrina Ayoub

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with adults navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and relationship patterns shaped by early emotional experiences. My approach is grounded and insight-oriented, focused on building emotional regulation, self-trust, and healthy boundaries so clients can feel more secure and confident. My approach is collaborative, insight-oriented, and practical. I use a psychodynamic lens to understand past patterns and cognitive behavioral strategies to address thoughts, emotions, and triggers. I’m client-centered yet direct, offering feedback and tools to support clarity, emotional regulation, and meaningful change. I typically work with adults navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and relationship challenges rooted in early emotional experiences. I’m most comfortable supporting clients struggling with low self-esteem, limiting beliefs, boundary difficulties, and emotional overwhelm who are motivated to build self-trust and healthier patterns.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My communication style is warm, grounded, and honest. I create a space where clients feel understood and met where they are, while also offering balanced feedback and accountability. Sessions are collaborative and reflective, with room to explore openly and gently challenge patterns that may be holding you back. I was drawn to this work through my own experience of personal growth and the value of engaging in therapy with trusted professionals. I’m driven by the clarity, confidence, and meaningful change that can come from doing the work, and I’m passionate about helping clients reach that same sense of grounding and self-trust.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I approach goal setting as a collaborative and flexible process. Early sessions focus on understanding your history and current concerns, then clarifying what you want to gain from therapy. Goals are revisited and adjusted over time, with regular check-ins to ensure we stay aligned and working toward meaningful progress. In our first session, we’ll review important information about therapy, including confidentiality and policies, and I’ll share a bit about my background. I’ll then take time to understand your history and current concerns, and we’ll begin collaborating on a treatment plan that feels clear and aligned.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Fullerton (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1811483712

Patient reviews

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5.00
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She is genuinely motivated to help. Offers abundant support and encouragement.
Sabrina is a very calm, supportive, and attentive therapist. She listens very well, and repeats things back to make sure she understands. She occasionally uses a digital white board to map things out, which I’ve found very helpful. She ends every session by helping me think of something I can work on for the coming week.
Sabrina was absolutely brilliant. She is patient , kind and made sense of my feelings, life experiences and emotions clearly and tangibly. Simplified my hopeless and myriad thoughts into small achievable steps and goals . I highly recommend her . Trust the process and put complete faith in her : positive results will follow . Wishing her great success and so grateful I found her through RULA !
Sabrina is a very patient and understanding therapist. She helps you navigate how to be your best self through cognitive therapy work
She helped me understand what I feel, why I’m feeling it and if my perspective is real. She taught me what self love is, why it’s important and setting boundaries isn’t selfish.
Sabrina was absolutely brilliant. She is patient , kind and made sense of my feelings, life experiences and emotions clearly and tangibly. Simplified my hopeless and myriad thoughts into small achievable steps and goals . I highly recommend her . Trust the process and put complete faith in her : positive results will follow . Wishing her great success and so grateful I found her through RULA !
Sabrina is a very patient and understanding therapist. She helps you navigate how to be your best self through cognitive therapy work
Sabrina is a very calm, supportive, and attentive therapist. She listens very well, and repeats things back to make sure she understands. She occasionally uses a digital white board to map things out, which I’ve found very helpful. She ends every session by helping me think of something I can work on for the coming week.
She helped me understand what I feel, why I’m feeling it and if my perspective is real. She taught me what self love is, why it’s important and setting boundaries isn’t selfish.
I chose Sabrina due to her specialization in substance use disorders, and she seemed approachable and friendly in her picture. During our sessions, she has done an excellent job of balancing active listening with poignant questions to help me realize patterns that I have been stuck in.
She seems nice, patient and as well as a good listener. Although I, personally would appreciate some advice. I know they're there to listen, for the most part. I like Sabrina, thus far.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Sabrina Ayoub?

Sabrina Ayoub frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sabrina Ayoub on their profile.

What languages does Sabrina Ayoub speak?

Sabrina Ayoub speaks English.

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