Maegan Tanner, LMFT (she/her)
Therapist in Sacramento & Online
Graduate Professor at the University of San Francisco
Specialty: Burnout, Stressful Workplaces (Government, Medical), Gender/Sexual Identity
I work with: Adult Individuals, Couples/Partners
My favorite therapy modalities: CBT/DBT, Narrative Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Friends call me: Caring, Authentic, Empathetic
Defense mechanisms: Humor, Control
You can experience more fulfillment in your life and relationships! I’m here to support you.
Hi! I’m Maegan.
I’m the type of therapist who knows sometimes life doesn’t lead where you expect it to. And that can be scary, disappointing, ironic…or even wonderful.
My clients tell me that I help them see their strengths and feel hope, even when their brains are telling them negative thoughts or memories.
I also therapy for adults with high-stress jobs:
I help people who work hard every day and have gotten to a place where the stress of work is taking a huge toll in their life & relationships.
You are EXHAUSTED. You got into your job because you care about others and you want to make a difference. Sometimes though you wonder if you are making a difference though…and you might worry that your job has actually traumatized you. You might have trouble sleeping, feel anxious or panicky, or be a victim to the Sunday Scaries. You need a change, but you don’t know where to start or how to make it better.
Through therapy, you can heal from negative work experiences, learn skills to cope, and learn to enjoy life again.
I also provide gender expansive therapy for adults:
I walk with people exploring their gender identity.
You might be feeling numb, scared, or tired. You’ve either come out to your partner as trans, or you’re exploring your identity and preparing to come out to people you care about. You are navigating fears, doubts, and insecurities around your relationship and your identity. You need a safe space to explore what is coming up for you, and you need a supportive outlet. You feel alone in your home; scared of losing your relationship; and worried you won’t ever feel comfortable as yourself in your skin. I’m not enough; I’m unloveable; What is wrong with me
Through therapy, you can feel supported, comfortable with yourself, and whole. Nothing is wrong with you. You ARE enough and you ARE lovable.
I also provide couples therapy:
I help couples reconnect, communicate and navigate conflict in a meaningful and effective manner.
You are feeling frustrated, sad, and tired. You care for each other, but you keep missing the mark when it comes to communication. You have a hard time reaching understanding and connection. You’re both willing to put in the work and try something different–you just want to get on the same page.
Through therapy, you can feel connected, understood, and valued.
On a personal note…
I have a background working as a first responder and have dealt first hand with trauma and burnout. I have a passion for working with folks from the LBGTIA+ community and those working to heal old wounds.
I identify as a queer, pan-sexual female of Hawaiian/Chinese/Southern American decent. I fill my cup by gardening, getting to the trees and mountains, spending time sharing amazing food with loved ones, and loving on my fur babies (Tyrant and Layla).
I’m authentic, open, approachable, and value humor in my everyday life.
Formal Credentials
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#155719 ): Licensed to practice psychotherapy in California.
Education
MA, Counseling Psychology: University of San Francisco
BA, Sociology: University of California: Santa Cruz
Love Heal Grow Residency Trainings
Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Level I, Level 2, Trauma & Infidelity
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy w/ Sue Johnson
Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals w/ Sue Johnson
Sex Therapy: Common Sexual Concerns of Individuals & Couples, LGBTQIA Affirming Therapy, Alternative Sexualities/Non Traditional Relationships
Trauma Therapy
Anti-Racism & Culturally Affirming Care
