Hi there! My name is Sarah

I am happy you arrived here!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who takes an eclectic and collaborative approach with my clients. Together, we’ll help your nervous system settle, your self-compassion rise, and your true self emerge. My ultimate goal is to empower you with the tools, insight, and confidence to navigate life’s challenges with resiliency.

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My Approach

Certifications & Trainings

  • Certified Shame Informed Treatment Specialist

  • Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate Program through Embody Lab

  • Breathwork Coach: Certified by The Whole Health Project

  • Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory with Dr. Stephen Porges

  • Pat Ogden’s Complex Trauma Master Class: Sensorimotor Psychotherapy in Action

  • Currently Enrolled In Narcissism & Infidently Specialist Training

I support clients through a somatic, body-based approach. Together, we explore how experiences like stress, betrayal, and shame are held in the body, while building practical coping skills like healthy boundaries, and nervous system regulation. This deeper work helps clients reconnect with their sense of self, cultivate self-compassion, and feel more grounded in their daily lives.

Areas of Experience

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Trauma

  • Stress Management

  • Betrayal & Infidelity

  • Challenging Perfectionism

  • Challenging Shame

  • Narcissism Abuse Recovery

  • Coping Skills Education

  • Boundary Building

  • Self Compassion & Trust

  • Routine Building

Clinical Approaches

I often blend therapeutic interventions together to offer skills and feedback that are tailored to you as the client. Here some of the clinical approaches I most frequently use.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Sensorimotor Therapy

  • Polyvagal Theory & Interventions

  • Resiliency training & Nervous System Response Education

  • IFS Parts Work

  • Attachment Theory

  • Breathwork & Yoga Movement

Starting therapy with me

Ready to start working together? Book below! Still have questions? Here are some basic FAQ’s about working with me.

  • After you book your Meet & Greet consultation through our Simple Practice link we will meet via the video link and discuss what is bringing you to therapy, goals, scheduling, and payment.

  • I am able to accept some insurance plans, HSA/FSA, and private pay.

    I currently work with the following insurances:

    • Highmark/BCBS/Anthem

    • Independent Health

    • Univera

    • Aetna

    • United Healthcare

    I do not take any Medicaid, Medicare, or managed care plans.

  • I hold in person sessions within The Valvaere Collective.

    I offer virtual sessions throughout the week based on need.

  • I know it can be a bit nerve wracking to find out if we will be a good fit! I may be a good fit for you if:

    • You are interested in learning tools and skills to help you cope

    • You are committed to building insight into how your past impacts your present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

    • Develop awareness to create change

    • Work on coping stratagies outside of session

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A bit about me

My Journey as a Therapist

After graduating from my master’s program in 2017 I worked in a local mental health and substance use clinic where I had interned at. While school had given me a platform to build off of, it was really these experiences that have guided my journey as a therapist. I had the privilege while working at this clinic to experience many different people and populations which provided valuable lessons and reflections. Over time I wanted to take the leap of faith and start a practice of my own where I could embrace my style of therapy, along with my learned experiences.

My biggest take away from my work in the clinic was seeing how anxiety, trauma, depression, and our patterns live deeply within our bodies. This had led met to explore and embrace my current somatic work. It is always exciting for me to not just learn more about the power of mind body connection, but seeing clients makes these connections and begin to shift their own narratives. I am so grateful today to be able guide clients down this path of deep somatic work and help them build their own therapy toolkit.

In my free time

I am not shy about my passion for therapy and learning more about how our brain and body works! But of course, outside of my work there are many things I enjoy doing. On weekends and days off I like cooking a nourishing dinner, reading a true crime book, or listening to one of my favorite podcasts. You can always find me weekly at my favorite yoga studio, making sure to get in that self care. And when I can, I like traveling to go explore and take on new hikes (yes, one of my best friends and I did this crazy hike in Arizona! It was amazing!)