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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- ADHD and executive function
About Sara
AHPRA registered psychologist with eight years' experience supporting people in Australia with stress, anxiety, family and parenting concerns, self-esteem and ADHD. Sara Allen works with children, adolescents, adults, parents, and families to address everyday challenges that affect mood, behaviour and relationships.
Sara uses a collaborative, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed approach. She adapts sessions to suit different communication styles and nervous system responses. In practical terms that means talking through emotions and routines, trying small strategies together, and checking what feels manageable for each person.
She focuses on helping people find clearer ways to manage overwhelming feelings and improve day-to-day functioning. That can include emotional regulation techniques, planning strategies for executive functioning, and conversations about identity and relationship patterns. The emphasis is on workable steps rather than academic descriptions.
Sara often works with parents on parenting challenges and with people who are juggling family life and other responsibilities. Sessions aim to build understanding of strengths, notice patterns that cause strain, and try new approaches that fit a person’s life and capacity.
Her practice draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques while staying person-centred. Goals and pace are set with the client, and strategies are reviewed as needs change. For those wanting to begin, the next step is a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session.
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How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions
Many of Sara’s methods draw on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to discussion-based sessions. One common approach is practical skill-building for emotional regulation. This involves learning short, repeatable strategies to reduce overwhelm and notice triggers, which helps with anxiety and stress management.Another frequent focus is executive functioning support. That covers planning, organisation and routines. Sessions look at small changes to daily structure, tools for remembering tasks, and ways to break goals into manageable steps useful for people with ADHD or busy family lives.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify what matters most and try techniques that suit their goals, preferences and capacity. Strategies are reviewed and adjusted as progress is made so the method fits the person rather than the other way round.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. The practical benefits of online sessions can include fitting work or school schedules more easily, having a shorter check-in on a busy day, or avoiding travel time. These factors can make it simpler to include therapy in everyday life while exploring the approaches above.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Sara works with stress, anxiety, family and parenting issues, self-esteem and ADHD. She supports emotional regulation and everyday functioning.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed style. Sessions focus on practical strategies and adapting to each person’s communication and nervous system needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working in Australia supporting children, adolescents, adults, parents and families.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with AHPRA and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside Australia work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.