Tech therapy,
not tech support.

We're opening a new kind of service—one that treats technology like a relationship, not a problem to fix. If you or someone you love feels overwhelmed by technology, we're here to help.

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What becomes possible

We help you develop a healthier relationship with technology. Here's what that looks like:

Feel secure

No more anxiety about scams or losing important data. We'll set up password managers, enable two-factor authentication, and teach you to recognize threats—without the fear-mongering.

Find anything, instantly

Imagine knowing exactly where your photos live, finding any document in seconds, and never again losing track of important emails. We'll organize your digital life so it actually works for you.

Leave things in order

Your digital life matters to the people you love. We'll help you document passwords, organize accounts, and make sure your photos and memories are accessible when it matters most.

Lydia White, founder of Sanctuary

Hi, I'm Lydia

I love technology, and I want to help you love it too.

I've spent 20+ years in tech—leading UX teams, building products, and thinking about how humans and systems interact. I love technology. But I've also watched it become overwhelming, extractive, and exhausting for the people I care about.

Sanctuary exists because I believe technology should work for you, not the other way around. I'm not here to fix your computer—I'm here to help you develop a confident, intentional relationship with your devices.

Think of me as your tech therapist. We'll look at the whole system, identify patterns, and build sustainable practices that actually work for your life. No jargon, no judgment, no patronizing "let me show you" energy.

Just honest guidance from someone who gets both the technology and the human side.

I'm based in Berkeley, CA and work with people across the Bay Area and beyond.

How we work together

Personal tech therapy

We start with a free 30-minute consultation to understand your specific challenges. Then we create a customized plan—whether that's a focused project like organizing your photos, or ongoing support as your tech guide.

What's included

  • Free initial consultation
  • Personalized tech wellness plan
  • Virtual or in-person sessions
  • Email and text support between sessions
  • Implementing your plan!
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Learn together

Small group workshops on specific topics—from password management to digital decluttering to planning your digital legacy. A supportive environment where questions are welcome and we move at a human pace.

Coming topics

  • Data privacy for activists and immigrants
  • Password managers demystified
  • Photos: Organize once, find forever
  • Digital spring cleaning
  • Digital legacy planning

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