Sara Aly

My clients describe me as a warm and compassionate therapist who uses humor and genuine interactions in her practice. My priority is to provide a validating, non-judgmental, and healing space for my clients to feel valued, heard, and empowered. I like to integrate a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered, Internal Family System (IFS), Positive Psychology, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a safe and empathetic space. I am extremely passionate about empowering people toward healing. I like to help people work towards the best version of themselves and gain independence by pushing past their limitations. Experience I have over 12 years of experience working in the field of human services and nonprofits serving individuals with disabilities, trauma, and complex health conditions. I have a tremendous amount of experience in leadership, mediation, mentoring, training, team building, and supervising a large team of case managers. I am also certified as a brain injury specialist. I provide therapy in both English and Arabic languages. ​ ​ I have experience working with the following: ​ ​ Depression Anxiety Adjustment Disorder Relationship Issues Coping Skills Executive Functioning Difficulties Self Esteem Grief and Loss Life Transitions Trauma Emotional distress Chronic Health Conditions Traumatic Brain Injury Educational Background Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Advanced Wellness and Recovery Coach Certified Interpreter in Health and Human Services (Arabic Language) Certified Brain Injury Specialist(CBIS) Master of Clinical Social Work (MSW), George Mason University