Saarika
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Let's Connect (714) 702-1893
As a bi-cultural therapist, I know how complex it can feel to navigate the layers of culture, family expectations, identity, and the pressures of daily life. Sometimes we carry silent struggles—anxiety that shows up as tension in the body, perfectionism that never feels “good enough,” or the weight of unspoken grief and generational patterns.
In our work together, you’ll find a space that is compassionate, non-judgmental, and attuned to both your unique story and cultural background. I value blending evidence-based approaches like CBT with a deep understanding of cultural nuance, so you don’t have to explain or translate parts of yourself that should be understood.
Whether you’re managing stress, navigating relationships, adjusting to parenthood, or finding your voice while honoring your roots, therapy can be a place to reconnect with yourself and create change that feels authentic—not forced.
If you’re ready to take that next step, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
Call or Email Saarika Rao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (714) 702-1893
Let's Connect (714) 702-1893
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
Insurance
- Blue Shield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Magellan
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
Saarika Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (714) 702-1893
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 87762 Saarika Rao
- In Practice for 7 years
- Attended University of Southern California, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2015
Education and Years In Practice
Saarika Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (714) 702-1893
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Racial Identity
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Saarika Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (714) 702-1893
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Saarika Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (714) 702-1893