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Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
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Sarah J Kwawu

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
2922 Audrey Drive Gastonia, NC 28054
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I help people with their relationships; how they relate to themselves, others, and finding meaning in the world around them. My clients see themselves as curious, intellectual, self aware and often "different". Many have experienced relational trauma as a child or adult. This has left them feeling alone despite being surrounded by others, with a desire to people-please, a sense of over-responsibility, or feeling like they're behind an invisible wall unable to connect. Many carry guilt at their inability to be the kind of person they strive to be, or feel as if they have to lower their expectations of others simply to connect.
My work is depth-oriented, relational, and experiential. We use conversation, imagery, EMDR, writing, or art-making to explore what is beneath anxiety, conflict, and disconnection. I don't rely on worksheets or skills training; instead, we work toward insight, emotional movement and lasting change. Conversations about the spiritual and esoteric are welcome.
I am an integrative depth therapist; a licensed art therapist and couples therapist. I am also a wife, mother, compassionate community member, RPCV, spiritually aligned Quaker, and international traveler. I started my career in NYC after attending Pratt institute, and have practiced in both West and North Africa before settling back in Charlotte NC.
Call or Sarah J Kwawu now for a free 15 minute consultation - (704) 271-9536

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2922 Audrey Drive

Gastonia, NC 28054 map

 (704) 271-9536

Concord, NC 28025

My website
I accept in person and virtual clients in North Carolina for Art Therapy, or Marriage and Family therapy sessions.
I specialize in Codependency, Relationship Issues and Spirituality 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
You are warmly welcome to my space. Explore your creativity, and connect more deeply to yourself and others.
Sarah J Kwawu
Let's Connect (704) 271-9536
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2922 Audrey Drive

Gastonia, NC 28054 map

 (704) 271-9536

Concord, NC 28025

My website
I accept in person and virtual clients in North Carolina for Art Therapy, or Marriage and Family therapy sessions.
I specialize in Codependency, Relationship Issues and Spirituality 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
You are warmly welcome to my space. Explore your creativity, and connect more deeply to yourself and others.
Sarah J Kwawu

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Health Savings Account, Venmo, Zelle
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Currently I am not accepting insurance but take low fee payments of $100 a session.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536
"
Currently I am not accepting insurance but take low fee payments of $100 a session.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 20285A Sarah Kwawu

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended Pratt Institute , Art Therapy and Creative Development , Graduated 2012

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: NCLMFTLB 20285A / 2026
  • Certificate from Art Therapist Registered, Board Certified 14-300
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I am an EMDR trained licensed art therapist and couples therapist.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536
"
I am an EMDR trained licensed art therapist and couples therapist.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Codependency
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Multicultural
  • Neurodivergence
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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My approach helps individuals connect to a deeper level of emotion, and achieve greater connections with those around them.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536
"
My approach helps individuals connect to a deeper level of emotion, and achieve greater connections with those around them.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536

5 Endorsements

Kimberly Bush
Kimberly Bush
Licensed Psychoanalyst, ATR-BC, LCAT, LP
Sarah is an empathic therapist with a strong foundation in attachment issues, life transitions, and finding connection to self and others. Her practice is rooted in verbal and non-verbal creative modalities. I highly recommend her!
Danielle Silberman
Danielle Silberman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sarah is a highly skilled clinician with a warm, inviting approach. She thoughtfully incorporates creativity in a way that feels natural and supportive of healing.
McKenzie Huggins Wheeler
McKenzie Huggins Wheeler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Sarah is truly a gifted therapist and offers a unique perspective to her clients as both an art therapist and marriage and family therapist in training. She is easy to talk to and is warm and approachable.
Alyson Flint
Alyson Flint
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A
Sarah is a skilled and trusted clinician who brings a unique depth of experience to her practice. Her warm, approachable nature and ability to blend creativity and expression into the therapeutic process makes her an excellent therapist.
Dr. Lauren Chase
Dr. Lauren Chase
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, PMH-C
Sarah is a wonderful art therapist with a unique approach and experience. I do not hesitate to send clients to her who need a creative approach to therapy.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Arab , 
Mixed Race

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Arab , 
Mixed Race

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian
  • Multicultural
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I am an person centered therapist that uses experiential techniques, including art therapy and play based interventions. I also work systemically and relationally, incorporating models such as internal family systems, and emotionally focused therapy.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536
"
I am an person centered therapist that uses experiential techniques, including art therapy and play based interventions. I also work systemically and relationally, incorporating models such as internal family systems, and emotionally focused therapy.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 271-9536

Location

Primary Location

2922 Audrey Drive

Gastonia, NC 28054

(704) 271-9536

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Concord, NC 28025

(704) 271-9536

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I accept in person and virtual clients in North Carolina for Art Therapy, or Marriage and Family therapy sessions.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (704) 271-9536
"
I accept in person and virtual clients in North Carolina for Art Therapy, or Marriage and Family therapy sessions.
Photo of Sarah J Kwawu, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Sarah J Kwawu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, L-CAT, ATR-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (704) 271-9536