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Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC

Sarah Ballard

Counselor, LMHC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Jamestown, NY 14701
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (716) 356-2028
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Feeling stressed? Stuck? Overwhelmed? Anxious? It's no wonder - life can be hard! We all can benefit from a non-judgmental, open-minded sounding board to help build coping skills, learn new ways of thinking, improve stress management, and so much more. Children, teens, and adults all may need help in different ways, and I would love to be the therapist to help you reach your mental health goals.
I have been helping children, teens, adults, and families for over 20 years, and offer individual and family counseling to address a multitude of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, relationship problems, LGBTQ+ concerns, and women's issues. Together, we'll develop a unique plan to break through barriers and live more freely!
I truly believe that you have the answers and want to empower you to find the solutions that best work to help you live your best life. I am excited to meet you for a free consultation to make sure you find the right fit. Ready to schedule a session? Click on the website link above and let's get started!
Call or Sarah Ballard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 356-2028

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Jamestown, NY 14701

(716) 356-2028

New York, NY 10013

Available evenings, weekends, and some weekdays in-person sessions in my comfortable and conveniently located office space, or virtually.
I specialize in Child, Parenting and Stress 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (716) 356-2028
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Jamestown, NY 14701

(716) 356-2028

New York, NY 10013

Available evenings, weekends, and some weekdays in-person sessions in my comfortable and conveniently located office space, or virtually.
I specialize in Child, Parenting and Stress 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EAP:Cigna
  • EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • United Health/Optum
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Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (716) 356-2028
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (716) 356-2028

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 014387 Sarah Ballard
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Medaille College, MA, Graduated 2014
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I hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and am licensed as a mental health counselor in New York State. Prior to getting licensed, I worked in human services for 18 years.
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2028
"
I hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and am licensed as a mental health counselor in New York State. Prior to getting licensed, I worked in human services for 18 years.
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 356-2028

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Parenting
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (716) 356-2028
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (716) 356-2028

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 356-2028
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (716) 356-2028

Location

Primary Location

Jamestown, NY 14701

(716) 356-2028

Additional Location

New York, NY 10013

(716) 356-2028
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Available evenings, weekends, and some weekdays in-person sessions in my comfortable and conveniently located office space, or virtually.
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 356-2028
"
Available evenings, weekends, and some weekdays in-person sessions in my comfortable and conveniently located office space, or virtually.
Photo of Sarah Ballard, Counselor, LMHC
Sarah Ballard
Counselor, LMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 356-2028