Sara Newman, LMHC

“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.”

Sara Newman, LMHC's style

Why Sara Newman, LMHC chose to be in the helping profession

My decision to enter the helping profession stemmed from a deep desire to support others as they navigate life’s most challenging moments. Early in my career, I saw firsthand the powerful impact that empathy, understanding, and a safe space can have on someone’s healing journey. Over the years, working with individuals and families facing trauma, grief, addiction, and the complexities of infertility only deepened my commitment. My own personal experiences with fertility challenges have profoundly shaped my perspective, inspiring me to focus on areas where hope can feel out of reach and resilience is hard-won.

I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate care, genuine validation, and steady guidance—especially during times of emotional pain and uncertainty. Being part of someone’s journey through adversity and supporting them as they uncover strength, clarity, and healing is both a privilege and a calling I hold close.

Sara Newman, LMHC's approach

My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for healing. I believe in meeting each individual and family exactly where they are, honoring their unique stories, struggles, and strengths. By integrating modalities such as CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, EMDR, and specialized training in grief, bereavement, infertility, and postpartum challenges, I customize each treatment plan to meet the needs of the person in front of me.

I’m passionate about building a therapeutic relationship based on trust, respect, and a shared belief in the human capacity for growth and transformation. My goal is to help clients move through life’s difficulties with more clarity and resilience, and to support them in discovering the inner resources they need to experience lasting well-being.

What you can expect from sessions with Sara Newman, LMHC

A Safe, Supportive, and Non-Judgmental Space:
You will be welcomed into an environment where your feelings, experiences, and struggles are heard, respected, and taken seriously. My priority is to ensure that you feel comfortable, validated, and never judged. This is your space to show up as you are, without pressure or pretense, and to explore what matters most to you in a setting that feels truly safe and supportive.

Empathy and Compassion:
I understand how overwhelming and painful it can be to face issues like infertility, grief, trauma, postpartum changes, and addiction. You can expect a deeply compassionate and empathetic approach that honors your unique journey. I am here to walk alongside you with sensitivity and care, offering guidance that is always rooted in respect for your lived experience.

Personalized Care:
We will work together to develop a therapy plan that fits your specific circumstances, needs, and preferences. Whether you’re seeking emotional support, practical coping strategies, or a clearer path through a difficult life transition, our work will be centered on your growth, healing, and long-term resilience. Your goals, pace, and comfort level will always guide the direction of our sessions.

Collaboration and Empowerment:
Therapy is a partnership. I believe in a collaborative, empowering approach that helps you reconnect with your strengths and inner wisdom. You’ll be encouraged to explore your emotions, build new skills, and find meaningful strategies that work for you in real life. My role is to support you in becoming more confident, self-aware, and grounded — both within sessions and beyond.

Sara Newman, LMHC's experience working with the Jewish community

For nearly 20 years, I have been privileged to work within the Jewish community, supporting individuals and families through many of life’s most difficult and meaningful moments. It has been an honor to walk alongside clients as they face challenges that touch the core of their identities and relationships. Being part of a community with shared values and traditions has given me a deep appreciation for the strengths and sensitivities that shape the therapeutic process within this context.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), my work has focused on supporting clients facing infertility, grief and bereavement, trauma, addiction, and postpartum adjustment. I strive to create a space that feels safe, compassionate, and free of judgment — a place where clients can be fully seen and heard. My goal is to offer care that is both clinically grounded and deeply respectful of each person’s journey, especially within the unique framework of Jewish life and values.

Sara Newman, LMHC's Book Recommendation Zone

• It Didn't Start With You
  How inherited family trauma shapes who we are
• The Body Keeps the Score
  How the body holds on to trauma
• The Choice
  Escaping the Past and Embracing the Possible

Approaches

• Attachment-based
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR
• Mindfulness and Meditation
• Postpartum Recovery
• Premarital Counseling

Concerns

• Addiction
• Anxiety
• Bereavement & Grief
• Codependency
• Dating
• Depression
• Drug/Substance Abuse
• Infertility
• Prenatal, perinatal, & postpartum mental health
• Trauma

18 years in practice

Licenses

• LMHC 2009. License number 005802

Trainings

• Grief and Bereavement by Ohel-Dr. Blumenthal 2015

Affiliations

• American Society for Reproductive Medicine by ASRM 2020

Average costs per session

$250 - $275

Payment Methods

• Cash
• Check
• Zelle Quick Pay