Sarah (Elizabeth) Ponds
(They/Them/Theirs)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I am an autistic, queer, and agender therapist who specializes in neuro-affirming, decolonizing, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy.
I see each client as a whole person who is the expert of their own experience. I am neuro-affirming, which means I do not believe anyone's body-mind is "disordered." I specialize in helping clients carve a Self-led path outside of neuronormativity and pathology paradigms. I use a relational, trauma-informed, decolonizing approach. I see clients 16+, focusing on the following populations: LGBTQIA+, autistics, ADHDers, survivors of religious trauma, and 2e/3e people. I utilize lived experience, parts work, somatics, creative writing, and Acceptance and Commitment therapy. I practice cultural humility and competence. I actively listen to diverse voices in the community so that I can empathetically and sensitively help clients of all ethnicities, classes, abilities, beliefs, etc. It would be a privilege to be a part of your journey!
Practice hours (EDT)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism
- Burnout
- Chronic Illness/Pain
- Family Caregiving Stress
- Gender Identity
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Parenting Concerns
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Personal Growth
- Physical Stress
- Polyamorous relationship
- Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Identity
- Social Anxiety
- Spiritual/Religious Concerns
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Special groups
- Neurodivergent people
- People of color
- People who are bisexual
- People who identify as gay
- People who identify as lesbian
- People who identify as non-binary
- People who identify as queer
- People with disabilities
- Professional Healthcare Providers
- Transgender
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Attachment-Based Therapies
- Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
- Eclectic Approaches
- Experiential Psychotherapy
- Feminist Therapy
- Humanistic Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Somatic Psychotherapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Relational Psychotherapy
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$100 — $200per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – North Carolina
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- Documentation provided for patient filling
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- Sliding scale
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
Credentials
Licenses
LCSW
North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board
C017529, North Carolina
Education
Winthrop University
BA (Bachelor of Arts), 2017
English, Creative Writing, International Studies
Winthrop University
MSW (Master of Social Work), 2020
Generalist degree. Internships at Domestic Violence shelter and LGBTQ youth nonprofit.