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SARA BATTISTA
LCPC, LPC

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Hi! I'm Sara.  I am the founder of Greenhouse Psychotherapy. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in DC and Maryland specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, & adjustment issues.

 

I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders,  with a special interest in treating neurodivergent college  students and young adults. I am a relational, collaborative provider and my go-to approaches include IFS, DBT and ACT.  When working with me clients can expect a combination of compassionate challenging, emotional attunement, a healthy dose of laughter, and a bit of irreverence. 

 

In my free time, I specialize in petting strangers' dogs and buying way too many plants.

snake plant in pot

Contact Sara

email: sarabattistatherapy@gmail.com

phone: (202) 599-3245

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ABOUT

I founded Greenhouse Psychotherapy with the belief that clients deserve individualized,  personal care from providers they connect with on a human level. I don't want clients to feel like just another number at my practice;  I want them to feel like we have an authentic  personal relationship. For this reason, at Greenhouse we maintain smaller caseloads than most clinicians in order to give each client the individualized attention they deserve.

I am passionate about my work and I enjoy working with clients who are seeking counseling because they want to grow. I've found that my clients thrive when provided with a safe, supportive environment tailored to their needs. In that sense,  I believe therapy functions much like a greenhouse; that is, it provides optimal conditions for accelerated growth. 

 

 

BACKGROUND

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Sara received her BA in Psychology from Elon University and earned her Master's in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to starting her own private practice, she worked at two eating disorder treatment facilities where she received extensive training. In addition to her work with the ED population, she also see clients experiencing anxiety, adjustment issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder and more.

LICENSE INFORMATION

Maryland License: LC8722

DC License: PRC15118

NPI #: 1831645936

Tax ID: 86-1794427

DC Board of Professional Counseling

MD Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Advisor: Pivotal Moments Media

Member: American Counseling Association

Member: Association for Size Diversity and Health

Member: International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals

Treatment Partner: Project Heal, HEALers Circle

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