About Therapy
Take a deep breath!
You’ve already been in overdrive for far too long.
Trying to be and do all things for ALL the people in your life… it’s exhausting!
Meanwhile, you’re starting to feel like YOUR dreams and passions are slowly dying.
Something has to change!
Discovery begins with a deep breath.
The thought of adding one more thing to your to-do list makes you want to cry.
But you’ve already tried everything else. So, here you are, looking for a therapist.
Now that you’ve taken that deep breath, let’s slow down for a moment and consider the possibilities.
What if MORE deep breaths and a bit of spaciousness could bring your dreams and passions back to life?
Let’s slow down!
Someone once said that we often get to our destination faster by slowing down. It sounds paradoxical… but doesn’t it sound enticing? The idea just FEELS good.
Well, when it comes to therapy, it’s definitely true!
By carving time out of your schedule for therapy, you get to slow down enough to really NOTICE what’s happening: how you’re feeling, what you want, and the wounds holding you back from achieving your dreams.
That opens up space for you…
And it’s in that space that you’ll truly heal.
You need that space to practice new skills.
You need that space for your creativity, compassion, vision, and appreciation of your life experiences to unfold.
When you take time out and slow down, you’ll start to live the fulfilling life you’ve always wanted.
Maybe you’re still not sure…
I get it! After all, a therapist is someone with whom you share deep thoughts and feelings. It’s a big deal!
I want to offer you a taste of who I am and whether you feel a connection with me with a free consultation call.
If we both see the possibility of working well together… wonderful. I’ll look forward to walking this journey with you. If not, I’ll do what I can to help you find someone who is a better fit for you.
Send me a message through the contact form on this site or give me a call, and we’ll schedule your free consultation: (561) 533-0948.
About Sara Dochterman, LCSW
I bring a soulful approach to therapy.
I’m here to help you create a satisfying, purposeful life filled with intimate relationships and inner joy and peace.
I incorporate trauma-informed approaches, hypnotherapy, creative therapies, and more in an eclectic blend, utilizing the tools and skills that best support you in moving from where you are to where you want to be.
My approach is gentle and supportive, but I’ll also hold you accountable. You’ll appreciate that as you see your life improve!
I completely believe in your ability to transform and build a deeply meaningful life.
Some of my professional background…
I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Florida Atlantic University. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia, and Iowa.
I am trained in EMDR, a therapeutic modality that has been shown to help with a wide variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and various compulsive behaviors.
The left-brained side of me once earned an undergraduate degree in computer science and electrical engineering. That’s probably why I create so many spreadsheets to organize and crunch my data!
I’m a big nature lover!
It probably comes from growing up in the Deep South.
As a child, I spent hours on end exploring the neighborhood on my bike, finding the woods among undeveloped residential lots, stirring in little creeks filled with tadpoles.
Today, nature still fills me up – whether it’s a walk through my neighborhood, digging in the dirt to create a new flower bed in my yard, or, my greatest love, a long hike in the Smokies.
My spiritual side…
When time permits, I facilitate workshops and retreats focused on creativity, mindfulness, and spirituality. A focal point of these events is always the labyrinth, an ancient spiritual tool walked by millions of people of all cultures and traditions.
I am so in love with labyrinths that I became an Advanced Certified Labyrinth Facilitator. I have a portable canvas labyrinth and an almost uncountable collection of hand labyrinths. They even call me “the Labyrinth Lady.” Labyrinths are a powerful tool for meditation, healing, finding clarity, or simply relaxing.
You’re welcome to read more about them here
I’m also a SoulCollage® facilitator. SoulCollage® is an expressive arts practice that helps with creativity, intuition, and self-discovery. In addition to my own personal practice, I also weave SoulCollage® into events that I facilitate.
When relaxing at home…
My lap is often occupied by a snuggling kitty while a bunny is at my feet begging for treats.
Another one of my childhood joys was helping the animals at the local shelter. I’ve always found joy in being a mom to several rescue animals.
I like to believe that it was at that shelter that I discovered my heart for helping, whether human or animal.