Hi, I’m Sarah.
As a relationship and trauma therapist, I’ve always been fascinated by people—the stories we carry, the relationships that shape us, and the ways we learn to survive. Becoming a therapist gave me a place to bring all of that curiosity together with a deep belief that healing happens in relationship, not in isolation.
My work centers around trauma, relationships, and attachment. I spend a lot of time helping people untangle the patterns that keep showing up in their lives—whether that means choosing the same partners, feeling stuck in conflict, struggling to trust, or wondering why they know exactly what they should do but still cannot seem to get there. Insight matters, but lasting change usually asks for something deeper: something more self-connected and internally driven.
I take a direct, compassionate approach to therapy. I will absolutely sit with you in the hard moments, but I will also gently challenge you when you are getting in your own way. My style is not about fixing you—because I do not believe you are broken. It is about helping you understand yourself more clearly, reconnect with the parts of you that have been carrying too much for too long, and build relationships that actually feel good to be in.
My clinical work is informed by EMDR, Somatic Integrated Processing, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and psychodynamic approaches, but I do not believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. Every person walks through my door with a different history, background, experience, and way of making sense of the world. My approach reflects the respect I want people to feel when they leave my office.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked as an American Sign Language interpreter, an experience that deeply shaped how I think about communication, body language, disability, and the ways systems influence who we are. I learned a great deal through that work, and I carry that with me in the therapy room. As a therapist, I never stop learning. I value that deeply, and it is my commitment to keep learning you too, including the parts of you that may be harder to accept.
Outside of the therapy room, I am usually painting, gardening, lifting weights, or making my loved ones laugh. I genuinely love learning, creating, and building things—whether that is helping someone rebuild their relationship with themselves or bringing a new idea to life.
At the end of the day, I want therapy to feel like a place where you do not have to perform, have it all figured out, or pretend you are okay. You get to show up exactly as you are. We will take it from there—together.
Beyond the Therapy Room
One of the things I love most about this work is that there's always more to learn. Whether I'm reading a new study, teaching graduate students, presenting at a conference, or mentoring clinicians, I'm thinking about all the things-how to become a better therapist, how to help others do the same, what are the missing pieces in clinical work, and how I can help bridge that divide.
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to teach graduate social work courses, present at national conferences, contribute to research, and publish on topics that I'm genuinely passionate about—including trauma, relationships, disability, substance use, and culturally responsive mental health care.
Some of the topics I've spoken and written about include:
Trauma and attachment
Disability and access to mental health care
Substance use and harm reduction
Forensic social work
Cultural responsiveness in psychotherapy
Working with Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf New American communities
How relationships, families, and larger systems shape our mental health
Research has always been an important part of how I think. I've contributed to peer-reviewed publications and book chapters exploring childhood adversity, trauma, disability, and the ways our environments influence mental health. I don't see research as something separate from therapy—it's one of the ways I continue asking better questions and bringing thoughtful, evidence-informed care into my work.
Teaching is another part of my work that I genuinely enjoy. I've taught graduate-level social work courses in psychopathology, addiction, clinical practice, mental health policy, and interpersonal practice, and those experiences continue to shape me as a therapist.
A Few Things I’ve Been Lucky to Do
Author and featured work in Columbia University Press on transformative social work and disability.
Published research in Brain and Behavior examining childhood adversity and adolescent mental health.
National presenter for organizations including NAADAC, the National Organization of Forensic Social Work, the Association for Women in Psychology, Syracuse University, College of Law: Burton Blatt Institute, Drexel University College of Medicine, National Association of Social Work NYS, and the New York State Probation Officers Association, to name a few.
Recipient of Syracuse University's Spector/Warren Fellowship for Future Educators.
Graduate instructor, researcher, and invited speaker dedicated to advancing thoughtful, evidence-informed psychotherapy.
Admin Staff
Hi, I’m Rebecca.
I’m the Intake Coordinator for Sarah’s practice. I'm here to help make getting started as simple and comfortable as possible. Whether you have questions about services, scheduling, insurance, or what to expect, I'm happy to help guide you through the process and connect you with the resources you need.
I know that reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and sometimes even making that first phone call or sending that first email can be difficult. My goal is to make the process feel welcoming, straightforward, and stress-free so you can focus on what matters most—finding the right support for your needs.
I'm committed to providing responsive, compassionate service and helping each person feel heard, informed, and cared for from their very first interaction with our practice.
Fees + Insurance
Standard Fees
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60 minutes - $300
90 minutes - $450
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The cost depends on what type of session you’re engaging in and with what therapist. I currently partner with Katie Glenwright Fornof, LCSW, LMFT for Co-Therapy/Joint sessions.
Individual sessions (one client and one therapist)
60 minutes with Sarah $300
90 minutes with Sarah $450
60 minutes with other co-therapist Kate, $250
90 minutes with other co-therapist Kate, $375
For Co-therapy/Joint sessions (2 clients and 2 therapists)
60 minutes $550
90 minutes $825
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Choosing to pay for therapy out of pocket offers greater flexibility, privacy, and control over your mental health care.
Why Choose Out-of-Pocket Therapy?
Complete Privacy & Confidentiality
Your mental health records remain private and are not shared with insurance companies. This means no diagnoses are required to qualify for care, and your personal information stays secure.Freedom to Choose Your Therapist
You have the ability to work with the therapist who best suits your needs, rather than being limited by insurance networks or provider restrictions.No Treatment Limitations
Insurance often dictates the number of sessions or type of therapy covered. With private pay, you and your therapist decide the best treatment plan—without external limitations.Personalized, High-Quality Care
Therapists who offer private-pay services often have smaller caseloads, allowing them to provide more focused, individualized attention to your unique needs.No Surprise Billing or Insurance Hassles
Skip the paperwork, denied claims, and hidden costs. With out-of-pocket therapy, you know exactly what you’re paying for upfront, giving you full financial clarity.Ready to take the next step? Book a 30 minute consultation today with me.
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I accept all major credit cards, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flex Spending Accounts (FSA).
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You may use your out-of-network benefits as I do not contract directly with any insurance companies. I do not accept in-network coverage because frequently it dictates the kinds of interventions I can use and the length of treatment, which means that we can't be as creative, personalized, and in-depth in our work together.
I provide monthly superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Practically, this means you pay out-of-pocket and you submit the superbill to your insurance company, they will reimburse you directly. Most insurance companies will begin to reimburse from 50-90% of service fees after the out-of-network deductible is paid. Please contact your own insurance company to ask about your specific policy benefits.
Requesting a superbill requires you to have a mental health diagnosis. I am more than happy to discuss your diagnosis with you, if you choose this option. If you would like to opt out of utilizing a superbill, please let me know.
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No, I am private pay only. I provide clients with superbills for them to submit to their insurance directly.
I want your therapy to feel personal, flexible, and truly centered on you. When insurance isn’t involved, I’m able to focus on what you need—not on meeting diagnosis requirements or navigating authorizations. This also keeps your information completely private, allowing you to show up just as you are.
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A superbill is a detailed receipt that your therapist provides so you can seek reimbursement from your insurance company for out-of-network mental health services. It is not a bill from your provider and it does not guarantee reimbursement, but many clients use superbills to reduce their out-of-pocket costs.
A superbill typically includes:
Your name and date of birth
Your therapist’s name, credentials, and NPI number
The date and length of your session(s)
Service codes (CPT codes)
Diagnosis code (required by insurance for reimbursement)
The fee you paid for each service
Once you receive a superbill, you can submit it directly to your insurance company. They determine whether the service is eligible for partial reimbursement based on your out-of-network benefits, deductible, and plan policies.
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My cancellation policy is 100% of your session fee if less than 48 hours notice.