“Having a secure bond with a loved one is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. It is what gives us the confidence to explore the world and the resilience to handle its challenges.”
-Sue Johnson
Sara Ruiz | Relationship Coach & Therapist
Hi, I’m Sara— mom of three, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and relationship coach based in California’s Central Coast.
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Somatic Therapy, guiding individuals and couples through the work of healing childhood wounds and building relationships that feel secure and alive again.
I understand how easy it is for relationships — especially marriage and family life—to feel more like survival than connection. When stress rises, we often slip into patterns that once kept us safe but now keep us stuck.