LCSW, 6 years of experience
I’m Sarah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and veteran who’s passionate about helping people heal and grow. My work is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and practical tools that help clients feel supported both in and between sessions. I’ve worked in crisis, inpatient, and outpatient settings, and I bring that experience into therapy to meet clients wherever they are. I specialize in helping teens and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. Many of my clients are survivors of childhood abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual trauma, or service-related stress. Whether you’re working through a single event or the weight of complex trauma, I’ll meet you with a balance of empathy, evidence-based strategies, and a collaborative spirit. For clients paying out of pocket, I offer a standard rate and keep a few reduced-fee slots to make therapy more accessible.
Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and talk about what brought you here. I’ll listen closely to your story, your goals, and what you’d like to feel different in your life. I often share simple tools or resources right away so you leave the first session with something practical. We’ll work together at a pace that feels comfortable—whether that means learning new skills, having space to process, or a mix of both.
Clients often describe me as warm, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I bring experience from crisis work, inpatient care, and outpatient therapy, which helps me understand both moments of high stress and long-term growth. I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you’re understood and supported, while also being gently challenged to try new things. My goal is to help you find balance, confidence, and tools you can carry into everyday life.
I work with teens, adults, and older adults who are looking for support through life’s challenges—whether it’s trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, or a difficult transition. Many of the people I work with have lived through painful experiences, such as childhood abuse, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, combat stress, or medical crises. Some clients come in with one event they’re trying to process, while others are carrying the weight of many years of trauma or stress. No matter where you are in your journey, I’ll meet you with compassion, practical tools, and evidence-based approaches like EMDR and CBT to help you feel more grounded, supported, and hopeful about what’s ahead.
My approach is integrative, meaning I combine methods like CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and relational therapy to fit each client’s needs. This flexibility allows therapy to be tailored—whether you want practical skills, trauma resolution, or deeper insight into patterns. No two clients receive the exact same approach, ensuring care that is personalized and effective.
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy for trauma and distressing experiences. It helps reduce the intensity of painful memories so they feel less overwhelming. Clients often notice relief and new perspective as they work through past events in a structured, supportive way. I use EMDR for issues such as PTSD, complex trauma, childhood abuse, sexual assault, combat or service-related trauma, and other overwhelming life events.
CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By identifying unhelpful patterns, clients can learn new ways of thinking and coping. CBT provides practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress, and helps create more balanced, intentional responses in daily life. Skills training and cognitive restructuring are two areas where clients often see steady progress.
I use a relational approach to explore how past and present relationships shape emotional well-being. This includes understanding attachment patterns, communication, and boundaries. By creating a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, clients can practice healthier ways of relating and build more fulfilling connections in their daily lives.
I integrate mind-body approaches to help clients strengthen awareness of how stress and trauma show up physically. This includes skills for grounding, regulating the nervous system, and working within the window of tolerance. These tools support healing by connecting emotional and physical experiences in a safe, empowering way.