About Sarah Meharg, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW

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Me:

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the District of Columbia, Maryland (LCSW-C), and Virginia (LCSW). I graduated with my MSW from Catholic University of America's National Catholic School of Social Service in 2013.

Since then, I have gained valuable experience providing individual and group psychotherapy in various settings including private practice, community mental health, inpatient, and now virtually from my basement office. Additionally, I have offered therapeutic services, crisis stabilization, and case management to families, children, and adolescents involved with the District of Columbia's child welfare system.

My therapeutic approach is client-centered, attachment-focused, strengths-based, and solution-oriented. Together, we will collaboratively identify treatment goals and the necessary steps to achieve them, which can be either flexible or concrete. I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, alongside Family Systems work and a touch of Motivational Interviewing as needed. I am happy to discuss what this actually looks like in practice.

I believe that insight must be paired with the skills to create and sustain change, and when appropriate, I have expanded my approach to include a more existential lens, which I have found to be a valuable perspective given current events.

To support my professional development, I actively engage in ongoing trainings, continuing education, read extensively, keep up with therapist podcasts, and participate in peer consultations. And I always appreciate more suggestions!

Due to increasing ethical and legal concerns, I have chosen not to work with any venture capital-backed mental health technology and do not use artificial intelligence to generate notes. This is a solo private practice based in NE DC.

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My approach

Sometimes life changes because of the choices we make, and sometimes life changes anyway. The necessary adjustments often challenge our coping skills, and what used to work no longer does. This can lead to feelings of depression and/or anxiety. As a therapist, I specialize in working with adults who are navigating and adapting to life changes, including those related to romantic relationships, work, and parenthood. Individual psychotherapy provides an opportunity to gain insight, learn, and practice new skills in a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.

The therapeutic relationship is the strongest indicator of a positive outcome in therapy, and I encourage anyone seeking a therapist to take this into account when considering their options. Additionally, I can assist with insurance to help make the process smoother.

Sarah Meharg

Please reach out to sarahmeharglicsw@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How often and when would we meet?

Many of my clients find that meeting on a weekly basis is the best approach towards working to achieve their therapeutic goals. Others find that their needs are best met by less frequent sessions. I am in the office Monday through Friday. I do not have evening hours available at this time but I am accepting new clients between the hours of 9 am and 5 PM.

Do you accept insurance?

I am an in network provider with Cigna / Evernorth, several Blue Cross Blue Shield plans including Federal (please contact me and I can verify if I am an in network provider with your specific plan) as well as CareFirst BlueChoice. I am an Out of Network provider with other insurance providers including Aetna and United / Optum , which means that I do not have a contract with these insurance companies but you can use your out of network benefits. If you would like to use a different insurance, I am happy to provide the necessary paperwork known as a Superbill in order for you to file an Out of Network claim. In some cases, I may be able to submit these claims on your behalf.

What are your "out of network" rates?

My out of network fees are as follows:

Initial Diagnostic Session (CPT Code 90791) - $200

Individual Psychotherapy Session (CPT Code 90837) - $175

How do I pay?

I accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover through Ivy Pay, a HIPAA compliant payment system designed for therapists that also allows you to utilize your HSA or FSA.

How will I fill out any paperwork?

Prior to our first session, please review my Informed Consent and Intake forms. I share these via a HIPAA compliant portal. The intake form is meant to help us identify areas of concern and strengths and as such is not meant to be comprehensive. If you do not feel comfortable providing any of the information requested or would prefer to do so in person, that's totally fine. If you have any questions, we can also go over these forms together.

How will we meet?

I use a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform called Simple Practice.

Sarah Meharg, MSW PLLC

About Sarah Meharg, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW

Me:

My approach

In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?

Sarah Meharg

You can’t control a whole damn family, but you can control you, and any time you can control you, the family is a healthier organism. That is a reason to become a self. The more you can become a self, the more to your advantage, and the family’s.

Sarah Meharg, MSW PLLC

About Sarah Meharg, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW

Me:

My approach

In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?

Sarah Meharg

You can’t control a whole damn family, but you can control you, and any time you can control you, the family is a healthier organism. That is a reason to become a self. The more you can become a self, the more to your advantage, and the family’s.

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