I work great with...
- Young adults and adolescents who are looking to explore struggles in a safe and compassionate space.
- Someone who needs support in moving through life transitions (career, school, moving) and the challenges that come along with them.
- Clients who are looking to find balance in their bodies through their relationship with food and/or exercise.
- People who struggle with body image and self-esteem issues.
- Someone who feels stuck in a never-ending cycle of dieting and wants to break the pattern in a sustainable way.
Style & Approach
My approach in facilitating change, wellness, and personal growth includes using a humanistic lens in therapy. I believe that the client knows best what they are ready to do, and come to therapy with the desire for change, as well as the skills necessary for personal growth - even if they are currently not accessible. I’m known for providing a safe and non-judgmental environment that helps clients move forward in the goals they set for themselves. Together, we will work to gain insight, in addition to challenging maladaptive patterns and ways of thinking.
Some of the approaches I Use...
- Strength-based
- Mindfulness
- Person-centered
- Intuitive Eating
- Self-compassion
- Anti-diet approach
- Collaborative goal-setting
- Trauma-informed care
- Solution-focused therapy
- Gentle challenging
Fun Facts
I get way too excited about corgis.
Self-care for me is a bacon, egg, and cheese on the beach.
My favorite Austin activity is exploring new coffee shops.
I’m a total nerd about true crime documentaries.
My favorite quote is “Flowers are pretty, but so are sunsets - and they look nothing alike.”
Education
M.A, Texas State University, May 2023
B.S., Farmingdale State College, 2018
Professional Experience
Counseling student since August 2019
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Worked with kids for over 10 years
Teaching Assistant for Columbia University’s Summer High School Program
Clinical experience in an intensive outpatient program
Bilingual counseling in English and Russian
American Counseling Association, Member
Sara is not accepting new counseling clients at this time.
Nikol