About Therapy with Sarah
Many of my clients come to me knowing they’re capable of more, but past experiences, anxiety, or old habits keep holding them back. I also support clients with ADHD, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and people-pleasing tendencies (been there!). Whether we use EMDR, talk therapy, or a blend of both, I’ll meet you where you are and tailor therapy to your needs. My clients often describe feeling both supported and challenged in a way that helps them move forward.
I provide virtual and evening availability to make therapy more accessible for busy professionals, caregivers, or students.
If you think we might be a good fit, please schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
The best way to reach me to call or text my business phone at 336-439-1941 or email me at srompalo@hopefuloakstherapy.com
Insurances Accepted:
Aetna (including State Health Plan)
BlueCross BlueShield
What are sessions 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!
What Kinds of Challenges or Issues do you Typically Help With?
People are complicated and nuanced, so they come to therapy to get help with a lot of different things!
Here are the areas where many of my clients want help or support— not an exhaustive list!
Trauma/PTSD (complex, single incident, vicarious trauma)
Low self-esteem or self-confidence
Anxiety, high stress, perfectionism, or overthinking
Depression or low mood
ADHD
Autism or neurodiversity support
Life Transitions or Life Changes
Challenges with relationships
Grief or loss (relationships, family, pets, etc)
LGBTQ+ supportive/affirming
Being overwhelmed as a human and needing some space and support to sort through your life and worries!
Frequently Asked Questions
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You can contact me through email at srompalo@hopefuloakstherapy.com or via phone at 336-439-1941.
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The easiest way to get started is through scheduling a 15–20-minute free consultation with me. This can be done via telehealth video or phone. In this consultation, I will get to know your needs a little bit better, and you will be able to get to know me a little bit better as well. If it is a good fit, we will schedule your “intake” appointment and I will send you some forms to complete.
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You can pay three different ways either through insurance, self-pay at the full-rate, or sliding scale.
I accept Aetna (including the NC State Health Plan) and BlueCross BlueShield currently. After you send me a picture of your insurance card, we can confirm your copay amount for each session.
If you prefer not to use insurance or do not have insurance, you can also pay my self-pay rate at $150 for a 55–60-minute session.
If you are unable to pay the full-self-pay rate I have a limited number of sliding scale slots. Sliding scale is from $110-150 depending on your comfortability and budget for therapy.
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Each session you can decide which direction you want to go or what you would like to focus on. If you don’t know- we can also explore different options!
I usually offer some practical, evidence-based tools in addition to space in session to further explore your concerns. This could look like identifying patterns, digging deeper into feelings or your experiences, processing current or past events, or helping you identify ways to achieve a specific goal.
Above all, I aim to provide a space for you to check-in with yourself and identify your needs or goals. I am here to support you!
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My client’s come from all different backgrounds. I have worked with people from many different faith backgrounds and people who do not practice religion.
I look at myself as an “interfaith informed” therapist. If you would like to incorporate your faith into sessions-cool! You are 1000% welcome to share about your faith and we can discuss it. If you are not religious or do not want to incorporate religion into counseling- that is 1000% okay with me too!
I like to clarify this since I’ve had clients ask if they can “talk about religion” before in session. Of course! You can share whatever you feel comfortable with.
I can’t promise I will know everything about your specific faith background, but I am always open to learning more and identifying ways to support you.