Sarah Sifran-McClellan, LPC

Sarah Sifran-McClellan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and career concerns, and difficulties with attention or self-esteem. She also supports those coping with addiction, major life changes, and family-related issues such as adoption, blended family dynamics, and attachment questions.

Sarah uses straightforward, goal-focused work in sessions. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and attachment-based ideas. Conversations focus on what is happening now, practical skills to try between sessions, and ways to change unhelpful thinking patterns.

Over 14 years of clinical experience inform her approach. She blends motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods when people need help deciding next steps or making concrete plans. Dialectical behavior skills are also used for managing strong emotions and building coping strategies.

Sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, so people can choose what fits their day. Sarah practices with attention to each person’s background and goals and works to make therapy an understandable, usable part of life.

She holds LPC credentials in Colorado and Oklahoma. Her work often addresses family of origin issues, caregiver stress, body image, codependency, domestic violence, substance concerns, and related challenges. Sarah conducts sessions in English and does not take international clients.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Sarah often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach breaks problems into small, manageable steps and is useful for anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related challenges. Attachment-based ideas guide conversations about important relationships and early patterns that shape trust and closeness, which can help with family of origin concerns and blended family issues.

She also brings a client-centered stance that prioritizes the person’s goals and choices. Together the therapist and client review what feels most useful and adjust methods over time so the plan fits the person's needs and preferences in a collaborative way.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video is good for full conversations and practicing skills with visual cues. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, shorter coaching-style exchanges, or when fitting a session into a busy day. These options help people access therapy around work, caregiving, and other time pressures.