About Sarah

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCS 88307). I received my Bachelor's at University of San Diego in Psychology and Sociology: Crime, Justice, Law, and Society. I went on and received my Master of Social Work from USC School of Social Work with an emphasis in Mental Health. I also received my Post Master's Certificate in Equine Assisted Mental Health form the University of Denver and the Institute for Human Animal Connection. I am a Qualified Clinical Social Worker (QCSW) through the National Association for Social Workers. I am a Certified Equine Interaction Professional in Mental Health (CEIP-MH). 

My areas of interest and specialization include working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood dysregulation, attachment related issues, social and relational issues, and neurodiversitites, including ADHD and ASD.  As a staunch supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community, I provide affirming services to all populations I work with. 

I utilize Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), psychoeducation, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), mindfulness, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Problem-Solving, and attachment approaches to meet the needs of my clients.

With a background in working in an inpatient psychiatric setting, I understand the importance of a team based approach. You, your support team, and other care providers make up that team. I believe in the importance of meeting each client's unique and individual needs.