Meet The Therapist

Sarah Souder Johnson

Therapy is a process of exploration, development, and, sometimes, great change. I am honored to walk with individuals who enter into a therapeutic relationship with me as they grow into more aware and confident versions of themselves. My primary client base is adolescents and young adults. As a former middle and high school music teacher and artist myself, I am drawn to working with people who have creative personalities. Therapy can help them better understand how they see the world and how the world responds to them. I also enjoy working with college students as they move through one of the most dynamic periods of life; it is not easy keeping up with academics, social life, work, family, and other demands while also trying to answer the question, “What am I going to do with my life?”

I see counseling as an active, collaborative process. The nitty gritty of how we spend time in sessions depends on each person's specific needs and comfort level; some clients benefit from incorporating elements like movement, games, meditation, or writing while others prefer discussion. There is no right or wrong, and I aim to provide a judgment-free and inclusive setting. My clients set the pace, help define goals, and give feedback on their progress in therapy.

On days I am not at Sentier, I may be working on a project for a nonprofit organization that I co-founded called Dissonance. It allows me to merge my two areas of professional practice - mental health and music. My favorite pastime is being with my family and community of friends, and I can often be found biking, on or around the lakes, people watching, volunteering, or fixing up my house. I look forward to hearing from you.