Sarah Vavredge, MA, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 12 years of experience working with children and adolescents. Sarah has worked in schools and private practice with a diverse group of children and families. She earned her Master’s in Counseling from Wake Forest University, a CACREP-accredited program. Sarah has been a National Certified Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor in North Carolina and a certified School Counselor in both Virginia and North Carolina.
Sarah utilizes multiple therapeutic modalities when working with children and adolescents, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), all within a person-centered framework. She has experience working with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), identity development concerns, self-esteem challenges, and behavioral difficulties. Sarah’s experience in the schools also helps her to advocate for children and their families as they navigate the school process to provide accommodations and support for their children.
Sarah provides a safe, supportive, and neurodiversity-affirming space where children and adolescents can explore their emotions, strengths, and challenges. She enjoys supporting neurodivergent children and adolescents, and partnering with families as they navigate concerns related to emotional regulation, social relationships, school experiences, executive functioning, and family dynamics. Sarah also works with concerns related to peer pressure, social anxiety, peer conflict, and self-esteem.
Sarah believes that therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist, client, and family that helps the client reach their fullest potential. She recognizes that each individual is unique and tailors the therapeutic process to meet the specific needs and strengths of every client. Through therapy, individuals can build practical tools and skills to process emotions, navigate challenges, and foster resilience.
Sarah is a Virginia Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor for Residents in Counseling.
Clinical Population: Individual Therapy, Children & Adolescents (ages 4+)
Primary Theoretical Orientation(s): Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Person-centered Therapy
Areas of Clinical Interests: anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), self-esteem, developmental trauma, family concerns, behavioral concerns, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and families
Advanced Trainings & Certifications:
- Foundational EMDR Training Level 1 & 2
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for Children and Adolescents (2023)
- EMDR Certification (in progress)