About Sara Simpson
A little bit about me
My own health crisis was a catalyst for change. I had the opportunity to reflect on my own life and make a career shift in which I could both continue to provide direct patient care, and flourish and grow despite my physical limitations. After over twenty years in healthcare with multiple degrees and national board certifications in medical and psychiatric nursing, and holistic healthcare and indigenous healing practices, I received my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA). I am a Nationally Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
I have specialized post-graduate training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), ecopsychology, burnout and compassion fatigue for those in service professions, domestic abuse and violence, personality disorders, and grief and loss. Through counseling, I weave together my diverse skills and years of experience in patient care to provide safe, client-centered, and compassionate counseling services.
An explanation of my methods and how they may be applied
Choosing a counselor is personal. There are as many different styles of therapy as there are types of people. This is great in that there are many more choices than there used to be; however, it can be daunting to know how to choose. A "goodness of fit" is the best predictor of success in therapy. It is important that you, as the client, to feel seen, heard, and respected. It is important that you feel your counselor "gets you" and you have clear goals and a treatment plan that provides a "road map" on how to acheive your goals.
My theoretical orientation (my master's and post-graduate education and preferred use of techniques and skills) are Rogerian, Ecopsychology, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Regardless of the specific or advanced area of counseling you are interested in, these will be the basic tools and skills you will learn in therapy.
This Rogerian foundation places unconditional positive regard for all clients in the highest priority. It is an egalitarian relationship where you are empowered to set goals, decide what resonates for you, and are seen as the expert of your own life.
I use DBT and mindfullness based therapy to establish a core of mindfulness-based and cognitive-based skills, self-care, and coping strategies. This creates a strong foundation of psychoeducation and skill use to identify and alleviating suffering. These are the skills required to make meaningful and lasting positive changes, and to feel confident in your skills and ability to continue your journey of self growth independently.
I use Ecotherapy techniques in a highly personalized manner. Exploring your personal relationship with nature cultivates connection. This includes mindfulness and inner work to increase and strengthen our feeling of connectivity and belonging. Ecotherapy is at it's core engaging in a reciprocal way with Nature.
I find some clients gravitate to one aspect of the differing types of therapy described, some to a couple, and some to all. The choice is yours! We will be partners in discovering what works for you to create the changes you would like to see in your life.
My own health crisis was a catalyst for change. I had the opportunity to reflect on my own life and make a career shift in which I could both continue to provide direct patient care, and flourish and grow despite my physical limitations. After over twenty years in healthcare with multiple degrees and national board certifications in medical and psychiatric nursing, and holistic healthcare and indigenous healing practices, I received my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA). I am a Nationally Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
I have specialized post-graduate training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), ecopsychology, burnout and compassion fatigue for those in service professions, domestic abuse and violence, personality disorders, and grief and loss. Through counseling, I weave together my diverse skills and years of experience in patient care to provide safe, client-centered, and compassionate counseling services.
An explanation of my methods and how they may be applied
Choosing a counselor is personal. There are as many different styles of therapy as there are types of people. This is great in that there are many more choices than there used to be; however, it can be daunting to know how to choose. A "goodness of fit" is the best predictor of success in therapy. It is important that you, as the client, to feel seen, heard, and respected. It is important that you feel your counselor "gets you" and you have clear goals and a treatment plan that provides a "road map" on how to acheive your goals.
My theoretical orientation (my master's and post-graduate education and preferred use of techniques and skills) are Rogerian, Ecopsychology, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Regardless of the specific or advanced area of counseling you are interested in, these will be the basic tools and skills you will learn in therapy.
This Rogerian foundation places unconditional positive regard for all clients in the highest priority. It is an egalitarian relationship where you are empowered to set goals, decide what resonates for you, and are seen as the expert of your own life.
I use DBT and mindfullness based therapy to establish a core of mindfulness-based and cognitive-based skills, self-care, and coping strategies. This creates a strong foundation of psychoeducation and skill use to identify and alleviating suffering. These are the skills required to make meaningful and lasting positive changes, and to feel confident in your skills and ability to continue your journey of self growth independently.
I use Ecotherapy techniques in a highly personalized manner. Exploring your personal relationship with nature cultivates connection. This includes mindfulness and inner work to increase and strengthen our feeling of connectivity and belonging. Ecotherapy is at it's core engaging in a reciprocal way with Nature.
I find some clients gravitate to one aspect of the differing types of therapy described, some to a couple, and some to all. The choice is yours! We will be partners in discovering what works for you to create the changes you would like to see in your life.
