I am licensed in Georgia with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, motivation and confidence, & mood disorders. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Paranoia, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
GA LPC LPC010333
OR LPC C8291
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sarah Pakenham. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Sarah does therapy out of the goodness of her own heart. She really cares. Trying therapy specifically with Sarah has been one of the most impactful decisions I've made for my well-being, and her abilities have made the process of therapy more inviting. I am excited to talk to her each week and be guided by such a great therapist. Highly recommend!
Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Sarah for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Down to earth and easy to open up with. She’s made my experience with therapy both practical and nuanced. She is definitely someone who understands therapy is different for everyone and will find a way to tailor your individual needs. She’s awesome.
Written on May 19, 2024 after therapy with Sarah for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Sarah is very kind, attentive, and understanding. She considers what clients need and bases her approach on that. I appreciate her insights and patience.
Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Sarah for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Sarah has been wonderful so far. She’s a comforting presence which allows me to be vulnerable, and she’s listens with intention. Couldn’t have asked for a better first time therapist, thank you Sarah!
Written on Mar 04, 2024 after therapy with Sarah for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Great person and therapist listens and understands and respects boundaries helps set goals for you
Written on Feb 29, 2024 after therapy with Sarah for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt