Heal the Root So the Tree Can Grow
Specializing in EMDR therapy to move through the pain, trauma, and negative self-talk
About Therapy with Sarah
Welcome, I’m glad you are thinking about starting therapy! I know looking for a therapist can be difficult, so here are some things to know about working with me:
I specialize in EMDR therapy and often work with people who struggle with trauma (single incident or complex), low self-esteem, depression, family conflict, anxiety, and grief. I also see a lot of clients who are neurodiverse, especially people with ADHD.
I like to provide a welcoming, compassionate environment where you can process and gain guidance in moving through your pain. I always say we want to move through the pain, not avoid it! You don’t have to do it alone, I got you!
If you think we might be a good fit, please schedule a free 15-minute consultation. The best way to reach me to call using my HIPPA-compliant phone number at 336-439-1941.
What are sessions actually like?
During your first few sessions, we will get to know each other, talk about your goals, what you’d like to see improved in your life, and make a concrete plan on where to start- whether it’s adding more support or laying out what you want to start processing.
I am all about transparency throughout the therapy process and making sure your needs are being met.
You need more structure in therapy? Let’s make a plan to see what we can add.
You feel like you need an open space to process? I’m all ears!
Evening Telehealth Availability for Accessibility
No more therapy during your lunch break!
Hours + Location
I provide virtual telehealth services at 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Areas of Specialty
Trauma/PTSD (complex or single incident)
Vicarious Trauma (first responders, therapists, health care workers, military)
Self-esteem/self-confidence
Depression
Anxiety
ADHD
Life transitions
Relationship issues
Grief
Imposters Syndrome
Women and men’s issues
LGBTQ+
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: Currently, I do not accept insurance. I have self-pay or sliding fee scale options. For a 60-minute therapy session, my fee is $130. If you are interested in sliding scale, please contact me to see what we can make work!
Q: Do you offer weekly sessions?
A: Yes, I do! I offer weekly or sessions every other week to accommodate your needs.
ABOUT EMDR
“EMDR” stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, which is an evidence-based therapy to process trauma, distressing events, anxiety, or negative beliefs about ourselves.
After a trauma or distressing event, our brain reacts by having unprocessed or “damaged” memories or beliefs. Sometimes, we know something to not be true, but we don’t quite feel it to be true.
EMDR can go back and “rewire” some of these memories. This happens through tapping into the brain’s Adaptive Information Processing Network, which accelerates reprocessing of negative memories. This works by accessing different areas of your brain like the more “emotional” centers that focus on “protecting” you. By accessing these areas of the brain, our brain is able to “reprocess” memories, so they don’t feel like a present danger. With EMDR, your past experiences will not feel as present or emotionally charged.
Many people like first-responders, survivors of abuse, veterans, or people experiencing a range of challenges have benefited with EMDR therapy. I am an EMDR trained therapist and have gone through the process as a client, which has given me some insights on what it feels like on the “client side”. You can read more about EMDR here.
Contact me!
Set up a free 15-minute consultation
srompalo@hopefuloakstherapy.com
336-439-1941