Summary
Sarah Johnson is a trauma-informed mental health therapist with 11 years of experience helping diverse clients in the San Jose area. She blends a strengths-based approach with practical interventions developed through roles ranging from intern to practicing therapist at Gardner Health Services. Her background in education and community outreach—including ESL teaching, community management, and national outreach for youth-focused nonprofits—gives her a unique ability to connect across cultures and developmental stages. Prior experience in web management and IT early in her career contributes technical savvy and an organized, systems-oriented perspective to clinical documentation and program coordination. Colleagues describe her as empathetic and resourceful, able to translate complex trauma histories into actionable, growth-focused treatment plans. She brings a rare mix of clinical depth, educational experience, and operational competence to community mental health settings.
11 years of coding experience
17 years of employment as a software developer