Do you want a space where you don’t have to explain or minimize parts of yourself to feel accepted? Have you been living your life on autopilot while searching for something more? Now is the time to re-focus on investing in yourself and a life that feels more aligned with your values.
Starting therapy can be daunting. I’m here to help you feel understood, validated, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. I emphasize growth, well-being, and the mind-body connection. By adopting a holistic and person-centered approach to psychotherapy, we'll work together in surmounting obstacles and shaping the life you want to lead.
LGBTQIA+ Therapist & Young Adult Therapist in Washington DC
Sarah Jesup, LGPC
Specialized Support for Life Transitions & Identity Work for LGBTQIA+ Folx
As a Queer Therapist, I work with people navigating transitions, big and small. Whether it is exploring sexuality, gender expression, and diverse relationship structures, or graduating and moving to a new city, together we can develop more sustainable ways of living and connecting more deeply with your values. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or this is your first time, you’ve decided it's time to prioritize your own well-being.
Areas of Focus
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Encouraging genuine self-love, overcoming societal expectations, and recognizing your intrinsic value.
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Managing anxious thoughts, emotional wellness, and developing coping strategies.
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Helping you to identify and break the patterns that are repeating and causing harm in your relationship(s).
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Learning to prioritize personal needs and understand patterns.
Therapeutic Approach
You can expect a calm, collaborative environment where your experiences are met with curiosity and care. I prioritize a strong therapeutic foundation and work with you to identify goals, strengthen coping strategies, and create space for reflection and growth. I integrate mindfulness-based practices and emotion-focused approaches to help you build insight and take meaningful action. My style blends practical skill-building with deeper exploration of emotional patterns and personal values.
Why Choose Sarah
I’m here to help you feel understood, validated, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life. In my client work I emphasize growth, well-being, and the mind-body connection. By adopting a holistic and person-centered approach to psychotherapy, we'll work together in surmounting obstacles and shaping the life you want to lead. I believe in the therapeutic importance of affirming spaces.
