Sunstone Counseling LLC is designed specifically to create a warm, welcoming, peaceful atmosphere where you will be treated with dignity and respect. The office is conveniently located off Highway 364, in the Arthur Bryant building, offering both convenience and privacy. Virtual sessions are also offered.
Sarah Maurer is a psychotherapist and owner of Sunstone Counseling LLC. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified EMDR Psychotherapist, and a Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional. She utilizes EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in the treatment of trauma, addictions, and early attachment disorders. She received her Masters of Arts in Clinical-Adult Psychology from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and completed her practicum with Dr. Alec Pollard at the St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute where her work focused on utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and depressive disorders. Sarah has advanced training and experience in Natural Processing, which blends somatic experiencing with EMDR therapy for a holistic treatment approach. See the “More” link for more information on EMDR and Natural Processing.
Sarah operates from a non-judgmental, trauma informed stance. She believes that each individual's story is unique and must be treated based on their own strengths and needs. She will tailor your therapy to meet you where you are and work towards your goals.