Sarah Sudekum
I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and believe in seeing the whole person, not just the challenges they are facing. I value genuine connection, humor, and creating a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves. My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, and supported while working together toward meaningful, lasting change.
First session
For the first session, I want clients to leave feeling heard, comfortable, and hopeful about the therapy process. I see the first session as a chance for us to get to know each other, build rapport, understand what brought them to therapy, and begin identifying their goals. I tailor my approach to the client—whether I’m working with an individual, couple, or family—while making sure everyone has space to feel heard and understood.
Strengths
I bring collaboration, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to understanding each client as an individual. I believe therapy should be tailored to each person’s needs, goals, and comfort level. I work alongside clients to create a supportive space where they feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are individuals who have decided they're ready to make a change. I know it can be hard to do something different when you've spent so long doing things the way you've always done them. But I'm a big believer in choosing your hard. Staying where you are can be hard. Change can be hard. Therapy can be hard. But so can continuing to live in ways that no longer serve you. If you're ready for something different, you don't have to figure it all out at once. You just have to be willing to take the first step.
Treatment methods
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing to help clients explore what they want to change and what may be making change difficult. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can identify their own goals, consider their options, and build confidence in making changes at their own pace.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns and practice healthier ways of thinking and coping.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients manage strong emotions, cope with stress, improve relationships, and respond to difficult situations in healthier ways. Together, we practice practical skills to increase awareness, handle challenges, and make choices that support their goals.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help clients identify their strengths, set clear goals, and focus on practical steps toward positive change. Together, we explore what is already working and build on those successes to help clients move forward.
Strength-Based
I use a strength-based approach to help clients recognize their abilities, resources, and past successes. Together, we build on these strengths to set meaningful goals and take practical steps toward positive change.
Location
Virtual sessions