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Sadie Novotny

LMFT

Accepting new clients

Licensed states

California

At a glance

Services Provided

Child Therapy
Group Therapy
Individual Therapy
Teen Therapy
Testing and Evaluations

Ages Served

Adults (18+)
Children (6-10)
Pre-teens (10-12)
Teens (13-17)

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

About this provider

Clients I Work With

Parents, individuals, children age 6-12

Approach

My approach is practical, structured, and results-driven. I help clients move beyond insight and into real, lasting change through clear tools, personalized strategies, and actionable steps that fit real life. Whether you’re parenting a child with ADHD, ASD, or learning differences—or you’re an adult working on relationship growth—I focus on what works and what creates measurable progress. Clients who thrive in my work are those who value guidance, consistency, and meaningful outcomes. If you’re ready for real tools, real support, and a plan you can actually follow, you’re in the right place.

Beliefs & Lived Experience

My philosophy is simple: people don’t need more shame, labels, or endless talking—they need clarity, tools, and support that actually works in real life. I believe lasting change happens when we understand why behavior is happening, build practical skills, and create a plan that fits the person—not a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether I’m working with parents navigating ADHD, ASD, learning differences, or behavioral challenges, or helping men strengthen their relationships, my focus is always on growth that feels realistic, measurable, and sustainable. I believe families thrive when they feel empowered—not blamed. Kids do better when they feel understood—not corrected constantly. And relationships improve when people learn how to communicate, regulate emotions, and repair conflict with consistency. My work is grounded in evidence-based strategies, but it’s delivered in a way that is

More About My Practice

I offer practical, supportive coaching for families and individuals who want real tools—not just more information. I work with parents raising kids with ADHD, ASD, learning differences, and behavioral or emotional challenges, helping you better understand your child, reduce daily conflict, and build routines, communication, and confidence at home. I also support children who struggle socially or behaviorally, teaching skills for emotional regulation, coping, friendships, and school success. And for adults, I offer coaching for men who want to improve their relationships, strengthen communication, and become more emotionally grounded partners—without shame, judgment, or therapy-speak. Real skills. Real change. Real support.

Specialties & approaches

Specialties

AddictionADHDAnger ManagementAnxietyAutismBehavioral IssuesEducational and Learning DisabilitiesImmigrant & Refugee Mental HealthLife TransitionsMen’s Mental HealthParent-Child Bonding & AttachmentRelationship IssuesSubstance Use

Therapy approaches

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)AdlerianCognitive Behavioral (CBT)Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)Dialectical Behavior (DBT)EMDRFamily Systems TherapyGottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Specialized Experience

First Responders & Medical ProfessionalsLaw Enforcement

Fees & insurance

Payment Accepted

Cash
Credit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Private Pay (Superbills Not Provided)

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