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Hello, I'm Sarah...

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Welcome! Whether you're a parent looking for care, you're bringing your child to counseling for the first time, or you are going through a change and need support, I'm glad you're here. I offer a warm, genuine presence and a safe space to be honest about what's hard. Together, we'll work toward understanding, healing, and growth at a pace that feels right for you and your family.

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I work with children ages 4 and up, including telehealth sessions for children 9 and older. With younger clients, I use child-centered play therapy, because play is how children naturally express feelings they don't yet have words for. I also work with parents, offering guidance and support so you can feel confident helping your child through anxiety, big transitions, and everyday challenges.

 

I also work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem struggles, divorce, ADHD, or addiction. Whether you're a teen trying to make sense of big changes or an adult feeling stuck or overwhelmed, I offer a space where you can be honest, feel heard, and work toward the changes that matter most to you.

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My approach is rooted in the belief that every person has the capacity to grow and heal when they feel heard, respected, and understood. I draw on humanistic, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based, and values-based approaches, as well as motivational interviewing, and I tailor my methods to each client. For clients who would like, I also offer faith-based counseling that honors your beliefs and values as part of the healing process.

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Common concerns I help with include anxiety disorders, life changes, ADHD, self-esteem, parenting challenges, divorce, and addiction. Because no two people or families are alike, I take time to understand your story and goals so that counseling fits you.

Issues Served

Addiction

ADHD

Anxiety

Divorce

Faith & Spirituality

Life Changes

Parenting

Self-Esteem

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Counseling Methods

Child-Centered Play Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Faith-Based Counseling

Humanistic Therapy

Mindfulness Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Values-Based Counseling

Credentials & Certifications

Sarah Cardenas, LCSW-C

Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical 

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Practicing Since: 2019 

Maryland License: #LCSW 29539

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