Empowering You to Find Your Direction
About Dr. Sarah Mandel
Dr. Sarah Mandel is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. She has a Master's in Social Work from Rutgers University and has received post-graduate education in EMDR therapy and Imago relationship therapy. Dr. Mandel's unique background in both mental health and nursing has given her a multifaceted approach to therapy. With her warmth, knowledge, and perceptiveness, she enables her clients to look honestly at themselves and learn how to take their own steps in healing and transformation.
Services Offered
Dr. Mandel offers individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, and group therapy services. Her extensive training and experience enable her to tailor her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you are seeking to manage current issues and stressors or address underlying history, Dr. Mandel's goal is to help you develop insight, acquire coping strategies, and foster personal growth and healthier relationships.
Couples Therapy
Dr. Mandel is a trained and certified advanced Imago relationship therapist. With her advanced training in Imago relationship therapy, she helps couples understand each other's needs, improve communication, foster intimacy, and restore connection. Dr. Mandel teaches couples how to engage with each other using the "Imago Dialogue" structure, which encourages empathy, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving. This transformative approach helps couples move from blame and reactivity to understanding and empathy.
Trauma and PTSD Therapy
Dr. Mandel is trained and certified in EMDR therapy, a highly effective treatment for trauma and PTSD. EMDR therapy helps individuals heal from the symptoms and emotional distress resulting from traumatic events. By processing traumatic memories and emotions, individuals can regain control over their lives and develop healthier relationships.
Anxiety and Depression
Dr. Mandel specializes in treating anxiety and depression. Her compassionate and non-judgmental approach helps individuals develop coping strategies, manage their emotions, and rise above low moods. With her guidance, individuals can foster a sense of well-being and find peace in their daily lives.
Life Transitions
Dr. Mandel helps individuals navigate major life transitions, such as becoming a new parent, transitioning to empty nesting, or switching careers. Her expertise in coping with life's challenges enables individuals to find direction and manage transitions effectively.
Ongoing Training and Expertise
Dr. Mandel remains active in the field of psychotherapy through ongoing training in EMDR therapy and Imago relationship therapy. Her commitment to staying current with evidence-based approaches ensures the most effective and ethical therapeutic practices for her clients.
Conclusion
At Dr. Sarah Mandel Therapy, we welcome individuals and couples seeking a supportive and non-judgmental environment to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Our therapist, Dr. Sarah Mandel, brings extensive training, experience, and compassion to her work. Whether you are seeking to address anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, we invite you to take the first step towards healing and growth.
Positive Experiences
Sarah has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from her clients. They have described her as being highly effective in helping them overcome their mental health issues. Sarah is praised for being a perfect balance of sensitive and comforting, as well as challenging and motivating when needed. She is trusted implicitly by her clients, who have reported significant improvements in their mental and emotional well-being after working with her.
Therapeutic Approach
Sarah's therapeutic approach is centered around helping her clients understand and address their anxieties, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, and OCD. She is praised for being easy to talk to and for helping her clients understand themselves and their issues. Sarah's clients have reported feeling significant relief and improvement in their daily lives, with some having reduced their anxiety levels to the point where they no longer experience debilitating symptoms.
Client Testimonials
Individual clients have shared their personal stories of how Sarah has helped them. Abigail Edwards credits Sarah with changing her life in a short amount of time, stating that she came to Sarah in a state of emotional distress and left feeling empowered and confident. Hope Edwards praises Sarah for helping her understand herself and her anxieties, and for teaching her coping mechanisms to deal with everyday stress. David Foerst thanks Sarah for helping his daughters overcome their mental health issues, stating that she has helped them function in their daily lives and empowered them to make positive changes.
