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Sarah Abbas

Licensed Clinical
Professional Counselor
& Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

Sarah’s work is rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to tune in and reconnect with who we truly are; beyond the expectations, roles, or survival patterns we’ve learned to live by. For nearly a decade, she has been helping clients navigate the impact of trauma, stress, and emotional overwhelm to find more steadiness, confidence, and ease in their lives. Her approach integrates somatic practice, parts work and individualized care. The collaborative process allows her to meet you with respect and presence. Her approach is grounded in:

  • A deep respect for each client’s lived experience

  • The understanding that trauma lives in the body— not just the mind

  • The belief that healing is possible, even when it hasn’t felt that way before

  • A commitment to helping clients move from self-doubt to self-trust

Credentials & Professional Background

  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology

  • Certification in Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk’s Traumatic Stress Studies

  • Formal Training and Certification in Dr. Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing®

  • Additional trainings in: IFS, EFT, mindfulness, psychedelic integration and trauma-informed care

  • Years of supporting folks in clinical, institutional and private practice settings

  • Specializing in trauma resolution & nervous system capacity expansion

Janet Heath

Pre-licensed Professional
in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Janet has long held a deep appreciation for health and wellness, naturally drawing her toward roles centered on care, connection, and support. She views her life experiences as her greatest teachers—shaping her passion for wholeness and balance and strengthening her commitment to walking alongside others on their paths toward healing.

Her work began in group settings with Dan Allender, co-founder of the Allender Center, where she became certified in narrative-based trauma care. From there, Janet facilitated trauma-focused and marriage groups, spaces in which she first witnessed the transformative power of healing relationships. These formative experiences ultimately led her to pursue a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, further grounding her desire to support others through meaningful and lasting change.

Through her ongoing study and personal growth, Janet has come to deeply value the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, recognizing how each plays a vital role in overall well-being. This understanding has guided her toward attachment-based, compassion-focused, mindfulness, and somatic approaches to care.

Outside of her professional life, Janet treasures time with her family, including her three adult children, their partners, and a spirited group of “grand-animals.” She finds joy in quiet moments by the lake, listening to the rhythm of the waves, and getting lost in a good book.

Credentials & Professional Background

  • Licensed Professional Counselor, Expected Fall 2026

  • Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Expected Fall 2026

  • Level 1 Certification Narrative Focused Trauma Care, Allender Center

  • Certified Assessment Facilitator, Save Your Marriage Before It Starts (SYMBIS)

  • Additional Trainings: Allender Center, Marriage Online Course, Story Sage Courses: Family of Origin and Frameworks and Tools