Sara values providing folx of all ages with a safe and supportive environment to express their feelings and process life experiences. She is the oldest of three, grew up in the Pacific Northwest and has lived in the Baltimore area for over ten years. Sara has lived in four different countries and enjoys traveling. In her free time, she can be found reading, writing and spending time outdoors with her dog.

Training and Education 

Sara is a LCSW-C and holds an MSW from University of Maryland, Baltimore. She has extensive training and experience in supporting children and adults encountering difficult feelings, behaviors, traumas, and transitions. Sara has experience supporting children and families involved in the child welfare system, working with adolescents in residential and community settings, and supporting children and families in schools. Sara also served as Psychiatric Therapist for adults at Johns Hopkins Hospital and received training and experience with CBT, supporting individuals with complex mental health diagnosis and psychosis. Sara is also skilled in working with individuals experiencing suicidality and safety planning

Therapeutic Approach 

In addition to traditional therapeutic methods, Sara believes in the power of nature, journaling, art, and play as transformative tools to understanding and overcoming trauma, stressors, and mental illness. Integrating these elements into sessions provides creative and holistic avenues for expression, self-discovery, and healing.