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geometry-shapes iconBipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
16 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

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SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$300
first session
$210
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Sarah

Hello, I'm Jason Weed, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem, and stress. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply looking to better understand yourself, my goal is to help you develop practical skills, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your needs. I integrate CBT, DBT, EMDR, Imago Relationship Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to help you process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, and build practical skills that foster healing, confidence, and personal growth.

Taking the first step toward change can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. Wherever you are in your journey, I am committed to meeting you with compassion, respect, and support. Together, we can work toward a healthier, more fulfilling future when you're ready to take that next step.


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"With 16 years of nursing experience at my core, I blend advanced psychiatric expertise with the deep, holistic care that time as a nurse has instilled and prioritizes listening first, treating the whole person, and walking alongside my patients on their path to mental wellness."

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Get to know Sarah

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

My path to becoming a PMHNP is rooted in personal history. Having witnessed loved ones attempt to navigate the complexities of mental illness, I experienced firsthand the critical difference that empathetic, evidencebased care makes. This intimate understanding of the patient and family perspective drives my practice today, inspiring my dedication to delivering accessible, high-quality psychiatric care with deep clinical empathy.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

If there is one thing I wish every client knew, it is that healing is not a straight line. Setbacks are not failures, they are a normal, necessary aspect of growth.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

During the first session, a structured conversation will allow me to get to know you and gather information and pieces of your history to form an accurate clinical picture. We will discuss what wellness looks like for you and options, which may include lifestyle changes, therapy recommendations, or starting a medication.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

Tailoring care means meeting clients exactly where they are, without a rigid agenda. I view each individual through a holistic lens, taking into account their unique cultural background, career stressors, family dynamics, and lifestyle habits. I adapt my goals and interventions to align with each client's personal values and identity.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesBipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Military / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Sleep / Insomnia, Agoraphobia, Antisocial Personality, Caregivers, Emotional Disturbance, Impulse Control Disorders, Mood Disorders, Panic Attack, Performance Anxiety, Psychosis, Social Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Thinking Disorders, Dissociative Identity Disorders (DID), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Chronic Illness/Pain
ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Psychotherapy, Culturally Sensitive
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Education and training

Years in practice
16 years
Graduating institute
Walden University
Graduating degree
Master of Science in Nursing
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1326818303
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State of practiceIL
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License number209028462
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Sarah West

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)she/her