To the outside world, you're seen as a pretty "together" person who's hard-working, accomplished and self-sufficient. When life gets tough, you buck up, soldier on and "never let 'em see you bleed." As far as anyone knows, you're winning at life. You're actually miserable. You feel out of control and like a fraud.
You're not taking care of yourself, your relationships are distant and sour, and you're wasting more time than you'd like to admit in front of the tv or on social media. You bottle up your pain and keep a tight lid on it, because that's what "strong" people do. So you push the misery; the sadness, hurt, anger, or loneliness, down deeper and shut down even more.
You're not taking care of yourself, your relationships are distant and sour, and you're wasting more time than you'd like to admit in front of the tv or on social media. You bottle up your pain and keep a tight lid on it, because that's what "strong" people do. So you push the misery; the sadness, hurt, anger, or loneliness, down deeper and shut down even more.
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But instead of feeling like a hero to your family, you feel like little more than a life support machine that keeps everything pumping. Your days are super busy, but not with things of meaning or substance for YOU. You are the go-to girl for your family's troubles, their needs, and their expectations and you always rise to meet them.
Your paycheck keeps rising and your "toys" keep growing, but there's a mismatch between how accomplished you are on the outside and how unhappy you feel on the inside. When you look around, you see the successful life you have worked so hard to create, but you feel disconnected from who you have become and from the people you share that "success" with.
Working with couples is one of my favorite aspects of my job. I often find there is so much untapped potential in relationships and I love helping to "unlock" it! When I work with a couple, my "client" becomes the unit/relationship and my interventions focus on making the unit more healthy. This means that I do not side with one party or pick one member of the relationship as the "problem."
Accessible, flexible - online counseling fits into your busy schedule and provides the convenience of meeting with a therapist from the comfort of your own home or office. You do not need to drive to me, we can link together through the internet! I use a HIPAA-compliant, video platform that is encrypted to protect your privacy and confidentiality.
Reviews (5)
Rhonda Madsen
Oct 17, 2021
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Sarah is one of a kind. She is dedicated, insightful, and intelligent. She is able to see right to the heart of the matter. She understands people and how they tick, and can read people and situations very well. You never feel judged when she's talking to you, no matter how hard or personal the conversation is... even when you realize that she saw your truth before you even could. It's easy and safe to be yourself around her. She brings humor, wit and compassion to her work. She is not afraid to be honest with you because she truly cares that much about your well being. Be assured, she is well
M. L.
Dec 06, 2019
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Sometimes life gives you a “2 person” job. I tried to go it alone for far too long and was getting the same results. Sarah was someone that I could talk through things and gain clarity. She didn’t give me specific answers. Instead she empowered me to take actions that would lead me to my goal. The hardest part was the first session as I thought I would feel weak and inadequate. However, Sarah put me at ease and it was more of a conversation than a judgement.
R. K.
Sep 06, 2019
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As a guy that has been a little prideful, I was hesitant to go to therapy but was out of other ideas since I was stuck. I was glad to find Sarah. She helped me recognize some of my blind spots in a way that was kind and that I could understand. I feel stronger now and I have the tools to be better for those I love. She helped me become the best version of myself.
E. P.
Jul 29, 2019
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In other places I lived, finding a therapist I “clicked” with was daunting, exhausting, and took a few tries. However, during my free consultation with Sarah, I immediately knew she could help me. I felt safe and understood, even when I couldn’t understand myself or my feelings. Sarah’s compassion, knowledge, and insight have gotten me through one of the hardest times in my life. She allows me to process things at my own pace, but she also challenges and holds me accountable. Sarah is honest, compassionate, caring, and nonjudgmental. She listens carefully and thoughtfully and explains the
B. W.
Jul 26, 2019
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I really enjoy talking to Sarah, although many of my issues are very challenging, she has a compassionate way of listening that help face them. Sarah uses diagrams and other visuals to communicate different concepts or thought patterns that I can remember later to help me break cycles that have been set for years. I would highly recommend her.
