Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 4 more.
(she/her)
Often rebooked
Reaching out to a complete stranger to talk about your personal life can be unsettling. Oftentimes, what makes us uncomfortable helps us to grow. If you are ready to take the next step into therapy, know that I will start where you are and we will go from there. We will work together to come up with what you want out of therapy and work together to accomplish your goals. I aim to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, reflective space to continue your personal growth. In sessions, you will find my approach to be relational, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with adults/young adults. I received my Master’s degree from Loyola University specializing in Mental Health and sub-specializing in Migration Studies. I am fluent in Spanish and bicultural in U.S. and Latin American cultures. I grew up in Chicago with my Salvadoran family. Populations that I work with are the following: young adults/adults with unresolved childhood/family trauma, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, autism, ADHD, people who identify with the LGTBQ+ population, interpersonal violence, grief/loss, past poverty trauma, first generation college kids, first generation professionals, and religious trauma. I am hopeful that your next step into therapy will be a positive and healthy experience that will allow you to cultivate your personal growth. When you are ready, the door is open to begin this process. **** Please note that I do not do evaluations or testing for ADHD.****
The first session will be about getting to know you as well as getting general information. General information consists of questions about what brought you to therapy, family history, medical history, exploring supports, exploring strengths, and discussing any other information that would be good for me to know. I do this so I can help create a plan moving forward to best help you. I typically recommend weekly sessions at least for the first month (pending my current availability). After the first month, we can assess and discuss other frequency.
- Person-Centered Approach - Reflective Therapy - Mindfulness - Psychoeducation - Cognitive Restructuring - Relational Approach - Trauma-Informed - Attachment Theory
As we work together, it’s important for me to build a strong therapeutic relationship. I provide trauma informed care and will provide resources and education about areas you may want to work on.
I work well with individuals who are ready to challenge themselves and are ready to learn.
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Cash - $160 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UMR - Advocate Aurora Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
5 ratings with written reviews
December 10, 2025
I feel heard and understood. Sara is very empathetic; she made me feel comfortable talking about my emotions.
September 10, 2025
Sara does a really great job of creating an inviting and comfortable environment where you feel heard and safe to let your guard down. She is very professional yet friendly and is very easy to talk to. She offers great insight and is really good at helping you self-reflect.
May 14, 2025
Sara is an wonderful therapist. She consistently provides necessary insight and challenges me to be a better person. She is patient and kind, every session will go at your pace and the vibes are immaculate.