Sarah Q
Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals and families feel supported, understood, and empowered. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves.
A space to feel heard, explore what you're going through, and find a way forward at your own pace.
I enjoy supporting individuals through anxiety, emotional challenges, grief, and life transitions, as well as helping parents and caregivers navigate parenting challenges and family dynamics. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and centered around each client's unique needs, strengths, and experiences.
First session
Our first session is an opportunity to get to know one another and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We'll discuss your current concerns, what you hope to gain from counseling, and what support may be most helpful. You don't need to know exactly where to begin. Together, we'll identify a starting point for our work and begin developing goals that reflect your needs and priorities.
Strengths
I bring empathy, patience, curiosity, and a nonjudgmental approach to my sessions. I value building genuine therapeutic relationships and meeting each client where they are. I strive to create an environment where individuals feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring their experiences at their own pace. When working with children, I recognize the importance of understanding their developmental needs and the role that family relationships and environments play in their well-being. I value collaboration with parents and caregivers when appropriate, while ensuring each child feels heard and supported. My goal is to help clients recognize their strengths, develop helpful coping strategies, and work toward meaningful growth.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are individuals and families looking for a supportive space to navigate life's challenges. I enjoy working with those experiencing anxiety, emotional difficulties, grief, stress, and life transitions. I also have a special interest in supporting parents and caregivers who may be navigating parenting challenges, family dynamics, or concerns about their child's emotional well-being. I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward meaningful growth.
Treatment methods
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. I believe in meeting each individual where they are and recognizing their unique experiences, strengths, and needs. When working with children, I consider their developmental stage and individual ways of communicating and expressing emotions. I value building trust and creating a therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable being themselves.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we can explore patterns that contribute to distress and develop practical coping strategies. With children, strategies may be adapted to their developmental level and used to support emotional awareness, problem-solving, and coping skills.
Strength-Based
I believe every individual has strengths and abilities that can support their growth, even during challenging times. I help clients recognize their existing resources, resilience, and accomplishments while identifying opportunities for growth. When working with children and families, I value recognizing individual strengths and building on the positive supports already present in their lives.
Motivational Interviewing
I use motivational interviewing principles to help clients explore their feelings about change, identify personal goals, and recognize their own reasons for moving forward. Through open-ended questions, reflective listening, and collaboration, I aim to support clients without making them feel pressured or judged.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- ConnecticutLicense 17090