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Sara Bateman, LCSW

she/her

Therapy can be incredibly healing...with the right therapist. Let's meet & see if we are a good fit through a free 30-minute virtual consultation.

About Me

Life can often feel like a cycle of patterns we’re desperate to break free from. I work with individuals who struggle to navigate day-to-day emotional challenges and who find themselves in states of emotional reactivity, overwhelm, or shut down. If you’re looking for a collaborative, compassionate, and sometimes direct approach—with humor and a shared willingness to embrace life’s messiness—we might be a great fit. My goal is for you to leave therapy feeling supported, heard, and equipped with strategies tailored to how your unique brain works.

I earned my Master’s in Social Work from The University of Georgia and practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice. I chose social work because of my commitment to social justice, intersectionality, collective and generational trauma, and honoring the diversity of human experiences. Transparency is vital to building trust, so I always welcome questions about my political and ethical perspectives as part of our work together.

Outside of sessions (and my own therapy!), you can find me walking to my favorite local coffee shop, supporting local events and markets with friends, hiking or swimming, spending time with my cat and plants, or creating endless music playlists. I deeply value the strength of my communities and feel truly honored to support clients as they navigate their journeys.

Warm and affirming environment symbolizing trauma-informed therapy for adults

Education & Certifications

ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) credential

Therapy for ADHD, PMDD, Autism, Overwhelm, Anxiety, and Depression

Verified by Psychology Today

Licensed by the State of Georgia / CSW009509

Examples of Trainings

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model: Theory and Practice

  • Internal Family Systems, Special Topics, and Polyvagal Theory

  • The Gender Spectrum: A Training for Mental Health Clinicians 

  • Safe & Sound Protocol Training

  • Competent Care for Transgender & Gender Nonconforming Adults 

  • Therapeutic Equity in Harm Reduction

  • Racial Trauma: Assessment and Treatment Techniques for Trauma rooted in Racism

  • Brainspotting Phase 1 Training

My Approaches

 

I often draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients get to know parts of the self to improve internal conflict and enhance compassion, healing, and creativity towards the self. I also utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in a neurodivergent affirming way to support clients in balancing acceptance and change, effectively managing intense emotions, and improving relationships.

Recognizing the importance of the mind-body connection, I integrate trauma-focused and somatic approaches to help clients process experiences holistically. I also work from an attachment-based perspective to support clients in understanding how early relationships shape present-day patterns, creating greater self-awareness, emotional safety, and connection in their lives

Additional techniques include:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Somatic psychotherapy

  • Trauma-focused interventions

  • Brainspotting

  • CBT​​

Sara Bateman, queer ADHD, PMDD therapist, pictured outdoors reflecting a grounded and authentic approach to therapy

Contact Sara

Reach out by e-mail or phone.

E-mail: info@sarabatemantherapy.com

Phone: (404) 465-2423 (text or call)

Or use the contact form here!

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