Sara Parrish

When we experience traumatic events, we often carry them with us. A part of who we are can stay trapped in the moment it happened, causing us to develop self-destructive beliefs about ourselves and how we relate to others. The world can begin to feel unsafe, trust can seem impossible, and no matter how hard we try, we may feel as if someone else will always be able to see through to our pain.

Sara works with clients who struggle with the lasting effects of trauma as well as symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Her approach integrates psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy with compassion and curiosity, helping clients reconnect with themselves and their sense of safety.

She draws from decades of qualitative research, evidence-based methods backed by neurological research, and practices from mindfulness and somatic awareness to help clients build self-understanding and resilience. Her therapeutic philosophy is grounded in empathy, creativity, and intellectual exploration, encouraging clients to discover their personal narratives and find new meaning in their experiences.

Sara holds both a Master of Arts from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art. She completed an Independent Study with Dr. Stephanie Meierse, focusing on conceptualizing healing through a framework that is human-centered, ecologically minded, and behaviorally motivated. She is LGBTQ+ affirming, neurodivergent-friendly, and sex-positive, offering therapy free from shame or judgment.