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Available both in-person and online
2717 N Grandview Blvd Suite 204 Waukesha, WI 53188
For high-functioning midlife women navigating burnout, perimenopause, and life transitions—you may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Whether you’ve built a career, dedicated yourself to raising a family, or balanced many roles at once, you may find yourself wondering where you fit in now. You may be struggling with anxiety, changing relationships, confidence, self-compassion, or a sense that the life you created no longer feels aligned. Together, we can help you reconnect with yourself, find clarity, and create a next chapter that feels authentic.
I help midlife women navigate burnout, anxiety, perimenopause-related changes, and the emotional challenges that come with evolving roles and identities. Whether you are a professional, a stay-at-home mom, or balancing many responsibilities, therapy can help you develop healthier coping tools, strengthen self-compassion & reconnect with confidence & purpose.
If you are a midlife woman feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of what comes next, I invite you to reach out. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel vulnerable, but you don’t have to navigate this season alone. Together, we can explore what’s weighing on you and create meaningful change so you can feel more like yourself again.
Take the first step to help. Call or Sarah J McDowell now - (262) 477-4306

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mental Wellness with Sarah, LLC

2717 N Grandview Blvd

Suite 204

Waukesha, WI 53188 map

(262) 477-4306

Milwaukee, WI 53210

My website
Therapy for women, moms & healthcare professionals. Offering in-person and tele-health therapy sessions. Learn. Heal. Grow.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Stress 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Call or email today for a free consult to see if we would be a good fit to begin work together.
Sarah J McDowell
Let's Connect (262) 477-4306
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mental Wellness with Sarah, LLC

2717 N Grandview Blvd

Suite 204

Waukesha, WI 53188 map

(262) 477-4306

Milwaukee, WI 53210

My website
Therapy for women, moms & healthcare professionals. Offering in-person and tele-health therapy sessions. Learn. Heal. Grow.
I specialize in Women's Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Stress 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Call or email today for a free consult to see if we would be a good fit to begin work together.
Sarah J McDowell

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network with select insurers, and I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
or call with questions - (262) 477-4306
"
I am in-network with select insurers, and I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
or call with questions - (262) 477-4306

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Wisconsin / 6351-125 Sarah J McDowell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended UW MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (262) 477-4306
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (262) 477-4306

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Women's Issues
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Compassion Fatigue & Burnout for Professionals
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • PMDD/Perimenopause
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
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Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (262) 477-4306
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Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (262) 477-4306


Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Positive Psychology
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, understanding and a commitment to evidence-based and personalized care. I incorporate Narrative Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Somatic and psychodynamic techniques to address individual needs. Together, we embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, promoting emotional well-being and fostering resilience.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
or call with questions - (262) 477-4306
"
My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, understanding and a commitment to evidence-based and personalized care. I incorporate Narrative Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Somatic and psychodynamic techniques to address individual needs. Together, we embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, promoting emotional well-being and fostering resilience.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
or call with questions - (262) 477-4306

Location

Primary Location

Mental Wellness with Sarah, LLC

2717 N Grandview Blvd

Suite 204

Waukesha, WI 53188

(262) 477-4306

Additional Location

Milwaukee, WI 53210

(262) 477-4306
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Therapy for women, moms & healthcare professionals. Offering in-person and tele-health therapy sessions. Learn. Heal. Grow.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (262) 477-4306
"
Therapy for women, moms & healthcare professionals. Offering in-person and tele-health therapy sessions. Learn. Heal. Grow.
Photo of Sarah J McDowell, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Sarah J McDowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (262) 477-4306