Sara Beg
Hi, I'm Sara. I help individuals caught in controlling and abusive relationships see through the gaslighting, reconnect with their intuition, and shift from survival to self-trust.
My work supports immigrants, second-generation individuals, BIPOC, and others navigating emotional pain, faith, family expectations, or relationship strain.
I specialize in working with survivors of psychological, emotional, verbal, or physical abuse, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and domestic violence. I also provide individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, infertility and perinatal mood disorders, with the tools they need to begin healing. In couple's work, my approach focuses on recognizing and unlearning disruptive patterns, learning new strategies to communicate more effectively, and rebuilding emotional safety and connection. I graduated with my M.A in Counseling from Northwestern University in 2020, and am currently a doctoral student in the Counseling Education and Supervision program at University of the Cumberlands.
First session
During the first session, we focus on getting to know one another and getting comfortable. I will ask you specific questions about your history- to get a sense of who you are, what you've experienced, and what brings you to counseling. We will also discuss resources and how to connect with me between sessions to ensure your care remains prioritized.
Strengths
My approach to counseling blends my psychodynamic training with CBT, EMDR, and Brainspotting to effectively treat trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and depression. As a Pakistani-American Muslim and a second-generation American, I am committed to inclusivity in my practice. I proudly serve other therapists and first responders, BIPOC individuals, and first and second-generation Americans.
Ideal clients
I particularly enjoy working with individuals of Middle Eastern and/or South Asian descent, individuals who identify as Muslim or other religious minorities, and immigrants or children of immigrants/second-generation Americans. I also speak Urdu and would work well with clients needing services in Urdu or Hindi (verbal only).
Treatment methods
Brainspotting
I am trained in phases 1-3 of brainspotting and often use it to help clients manage anxiety, symptoms from trauma, or other issues.
EMDR
I am trained in the standard EMDR protocol and often use it to help clients manage anxiety, symptoms from trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma, or other issues.
Psychoanalytic
I have completed a one year fellowship from Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- FloridaLicense TPMC3017
- MichiganLicense 6401222939
- TexasLicense 88491
- WashingtonLicense MHC.LH.70084528