Merle Saber, MFT

Specialties

I work with children, adolescents and adults, offering individual, family and couples counseling. I come from a person-​centered perspective, working with whatever the client brings into the therapy session. I offer a safe, confidential and respectful space for my clients, allowing them to express their thoughts and feelings without judgement. I help my clients identify the triggers for their difficulties, and help them identify coping strategies to help improve their lives. I also use a strength-​based approach, helping clients identify what is working well for them and building on those strengths. With children I use play and expressive art therapy to encourage them to talk about their thoughts and feelings.

History

Established in 2008.

I have been doing community-​based work for the last 13 years, working with underserved communities. I opened my private practice in 2008 in San Mateo, CA, serving clients on the Peninsula. In 2010 I opened an additional office in South San Francisco, CA, serving clients in the North County.

Meet the Business Owner

Merle S.

Business Owner

Merle Saber received her master’s degree in Psychology (Marriage, Family & Child Counseling) from Golden Gate University in 1999. She began her training at Youth & Family Assistance working with children and families in out-​patient clinic and school-​based settings. Merle has worked with children who have experienced trauma such as abuse or neglect. In addition Merle has a specialty in working with infants and young children and their parents.

Merle started her part-​time private practice, based in San Mateo, CA in January 2008, and continues to work with children and families who have experienced trauma, as well as with individual adults and couples, addressing a variety of presenting issues.

Prior to becoming a marriage and family therapist, Merle worked in the corporate world as a Human Resources Manager.