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Sara Pesic

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
LouisianaTexas
Anxiety -Domestic violence- Relationship issues-Sports psychology- Trauma-Performance anxiety-

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Professional statement

Sara Pesic is a Licensed Professional Counselor in states of Texas and Louisiana, and a Board Certified Counselor. She has training and experience working with a wide array of clients varying in race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, and ability. She works with couple and family systems as well as with adolescents and adults coping with trauma and other crisis situations, self-esteem issues, interpersonal issues, stress and anger management, mood disorders, eating disorders, work related issues, and athletic performance. Sara focuses on creating a safe and trusting relationship where client will feel safe to explore important topics.

Sara views the counseling relationship as one built on trust, where teamwork is a must. She looks at six fundamental drives (needs) within each person that compel their behavior in a quest to experience a life of meaning. While she typically uses Robbins-Madanes training concepts that have been repeatedly proven to work and make a difference where other methods have fallen short, she chooses techniques that fit each client’s beliefs and needs individually, and will be the most beneficial to them. Some but not all are Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Anthetic Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Mindfulness and Attachment Based Therapy, and Coaching.


Message to clients

I see counseling as a process in which you, the client, and I, the Counselor, collaborate in exploring, defining, and improving current situations which cause distress or hinder you from living a full and healthy life. We will work as a team to systematically develop plans for and realize future goals, and I will offer support as you continue toward greater empowerment and wellness.

I focus on your strengths. I believe that every client has an ability to succeed when the right resources and support are available. I look at the human behavior through 6 basic human needs (universal forces that are driving and shaping our emotions and actions) that allow you to understand your behavior, and then design a plan of action.

We will be working as a team so I will encourage and welcome any feedback regarding our professional relationship and counseling process. Let's talk!


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 11 years

Family & Youth Counseling, Senior Counselor
Freedom Life Solutions, LLC, Owner, Counselor
McNeese State University, Graduate Counselor

McNeese State University, Master of Arts, 2013
University of Texas at Arlington, Bachelor of Science, 2010

Licensure

Louisiana: 5653 - Texas: 78924

Languages

Bosnian, Croatian, English, Serbian

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Domestic violence - Caring support along the pathway to safety, wellbeing, and healing for those surviving a partner’s abusive attempts to control one’s thoughts, beliefs, and actions

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Sports psychology - Navigating mental roadblocks to physical goals; optimizing personal and team performances

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Performance anxiety - Underperforming, due exclusively to anxiety




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Beacon Health Options
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Evernorth
  • Optum
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$90 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$75 - $90
  • Life Coaching Discovery$110 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Sliding fee scale available upon request


Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10min phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

This provider has no upcoming call times available.