About Sarah Meharg, LICSW, LCSW-C
Me:
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the District of Columbia and Maryland (LCSW-C) I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Mary Washington College and my Master degree in Social Work with a clinical focus from Catholic University of America's National Catholic School of Social Service in 2013.
Since then, I have had the opportunity to gain experience providing individual and group psychotherapy in a number of settings including private practice, community mental health, inpatient, and virtually from my basement office. In addition, I have provided therapeutic services, crisis stabilization, and case management services to families, children, and adolescents involved with the District of Columbia's child welfare system.
My therapeutic approach is client-centered, attachment, strengths-based, and solution-focused. We will collaboratively identify treatment goals as well as the steps to reach them. I also integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing with a Family Systems informed approach. I believe that insight must be accompanied by the skills to make and maintain change.
In order to continue my professional development, I participate in ongoing trainings, continuing education, read voraciously, keep up to date on therapist podcasts, and engage in peer consultation.
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 result in depression and/or anxiety. I specialize in and particularly enjoy working with adults who are experiencing and adapting to life changes including romantic relationships, work, and parenthood. Therapy presents 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 terms of therapy and I encourage anyone seeking a therapist to take this into account. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused. We will collaboratively identify treatment goals as well as the steps to reach them. I believe that insight must be accompanied by the skills to make & maintain change.
I also integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Family Systems work & Motivational Interviewing. When appropriate, I have broadened to include a more existential therapeutic approach. I've found this can be a valuable lens through which to look at things.