Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Life Transition, Anxiety, Caregivers, Codependency, Anger Management, Career Counseling

Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples/Marriage Counseling

In Person & Online in Sterling Heights, MI

15 years in practice

Ages served: 6-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Sarah accepts 31 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

Alliance Health and Life (HAP)

ASR

Blue Care Network of Michigan

Blue Care Network of Michigan | Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Medicare Plus Blue PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Traditional & PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compsych

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medicare MI

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Priority Health Group

Priority Health Group Medicare Advantage

Quest Behavioral Health

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

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.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Sarah

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate, client-centered care. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, allowing clients to explore their emotions in a safe and supportive environment.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Wayne State University. I have received advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems work, and exposure therapy. My approach is flexible and person-centered, adapting to each client’s unique needs and goals to help them gain insight, healing, and personal growth.

I believe everyone has the strength to overcome life’s hardest moments, and I’m passionate about helping clients rediscover that strength within themselves. I strive to build a genuine, open, and trusting relationship where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to create lasting change in their lives.

"As one who has experienced personal trauma, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by life circumstances and how building new life skills can empower us once again and help us to overcome our fear."

Get to know Sarah

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

I decided to become a social worker because I wanted to help people in this world and I felt that becoming a clinical social worker, I could help change people's lives for the better. I wanted people to know that there is someone out there that is willing to listen to them and help to overcome their issues.

What types of clients do you work best with?

I work well with youth, teenagers, young adults, and older adults. I work with people who are open and honest and willing to work on their issues. I have worked with various cultures/ethnicities in Michigan.

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

That the healing process can take time and that everyone has the potential to change themselves if one works at it. You create your own happiness and the past does not define you.

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

Clients can be expected to be asked many questions about their background, concerns, and presenting problems. I am laid back, open, and honest. I do also like to laugh with my clients during sessions.

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

I build rapport with the clients and learn what their likes and dislikes are. I try to find the best approach to help clients feel understood, comfortable, and belonging. I want my clients to feel comfortable and feel like they can be opened. I can change approaches quickly to meat client's unique needs.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesBehavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Life Transition, Anxiety, Caregivers, Codependency, Anger Management, Career Counseling, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Sleep / Insomnia, Relationships, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Developmental Disorders, Marital & Premarital, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Seniors & Geriatric, Social Anxiety, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Video Game Addiction, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Spirituality, Family Conflict, Parenting, School Issues, Divorce, Grief, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

ApproachesChristian Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Family Systems, Any / Eclectic, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Person-Centered Therapy, Faith-Based Counseling