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Sara A. Cerar, LPC, CSAC

Therapeutic Approach

My approach to psychotherapy encompasses the understanding that you are the expert on you. Nobody else experiences life the way you do, has emotions the same as yours, or has the same desire to live a fulfilled life. I view my role as a support and guide in your quest for reaching your potential. I use compassion, creativity, intuition, humor and non-judgment in my approach to working with people. Life is a journey. Sometimes it is very challenging and your goal may be to heal - it's OK to ask for help. Other times you may want to enhance your life with further wellness practices. I use mindfulness practices as an addition to a person-centered and problem solving understanding of healing and potential. No matter your age, race or understanding of life I work to provide a safe place to explore the thoughts and behaviors that keep you from moving forward. I have worked with individuals and families with AODA issues, teenagers in foster care, and adults with mental health issues. With each type of position I held I found that if an individual was present with themselves they could be the most honest about their place and purpose in the world. I want to continue to encourage each person to find mindfulness, caring, and self-respect a crucial part of life.

Education and Licenses

Bachelor of Social Work, UW Whitewater Master of Science-Counseling, UW Whitewater Licensed Professional Counselor Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor

Specialties and Interests

Drug and Alcohol Counseling
Trauma
Children of Divorce
Mindfulness Meditation

Personal and Community Activities

I am the President of a community theater and spend my summers on stage. I come from a long line of musicians and find singing my own personal therapy.