I am a Licensed Mental Health Counsel (LMHC) based in Massachusetts. I received my master's degree in counseling education (M.Ed) from Bridgewater State university in 2011 and have been licensed to practice independently for 9 years. Prior to completing my graduate degree, I received and B.A in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Westfield State university. I have experience in Most human services fields in Massachusetts from managing group homes for adults with severe mental illness and developmental disabilities to providing various support services for children and families. I have direct care experience with people aged 5 to 80 and various diagnosis and needs. The majority of my postmasters experience has been with family therapy, adults experiencing a wide Varity of challenges and most recently school -based counseling for children and adolescents.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The initial intake sessions will usually consist of a review of assessments that the patient completes prior to the first meet, as well as a basic history assessment (Biopsychosocial assessment). I believe the assessment process should be ongoing, so I try to get the most important information in the first 1-2 meetings in order to quicky begin to support the client in identifying their priorities and helping them achieve some relief as soon as possible.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Many people who enter into counseling often have no idea how or where to start and at times have been struggling for so long that they are not able to put their goals into words or imagine a future free of the problem that brought them to counseling to begin with. I aspire to enter each unique counseling relationship with an open mind and focus on joining with the person seeking help and trust that they are able to choose what the best outcome for them will look like. Therapists can wear many hats in each therapeutic relationship, my most important role is to engage the patient on a journey and walk along the path with them.
About Sarah Healy
Identifies as
Licensed in
Accepts
Appointments
VirtualMy treatment methods
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
REBT has been a preferred method in counseling with patients of all ages. I have found the concept of identifying negative beliefs and irrational internal thoughts help patients understand their feelings and how those feelings impact patterns of behavior, communication and decision making, as well as how they connect with others in various relationships. Techniques of REBT, such as self-acceptance, reframing, along with problem-solving allow patients to find some sense of peace and personal control to address identified problems and assist them in beginning to change things in their lives that no longer serve them.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing is a non-threatening and cooperative method that fosters a supportive relationship between therapist and patient. With a focus on thoughtful examination of the history of behaviors and relationships, purposeful dialogue and reflection, I hope to collaborate with patients to identify their priorities and the least restrictive path toward change to achieve their identified goals.