I am a licensed therapist in the state of North Carolina with 15 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with individuals and couples facing a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, LGBTQ+ related concerns, and life transitions. I also have specific expertise in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression and anxiety.
I hold a certification from Perinatal Support International (PSI) to work with the perinatal population and am a Certified Clinical Military Counselor (CCMC), which enables me to effectively support military service members, veterans, their families, and other first responders in a variety of fields.
My therapeutic approach is integrative and evidence-based. I draw from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Gottman Method for couples therapy. Treatment is individualized and collaborative, always tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of each client.
I strive to provide a therapeutic environment grounded in respect, cultural sensitivity, and clinical competence. Beginning therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth, and I am honored to support you on that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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Sarah is super great. She made extra time for me when I needed an emergency session. She sent helpful articles and worksheets as well.
Written on Sep 15, 2025 after therapy with Sarah for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd