IFS Practitioner, Relationship Coach
Sarah Bergenfield
Getting to know ourselves better is the first step to achieving connection and understanding in our relationships. We will work together to help you understand how you relate to yourself and others, so you are better equipped to make decisions that positively impact all your relationship and deepen your connections to family and friends.
About Me
- Coaches Individuals, Couples, Families
- Focuses on changing behavioral patterns within relationships
- Assists individuals and couples in identifying and setting relationship goals
- Helps blended families understand and integrate different family styles
- Supports parents and teens in improving communication and increasing understanding for one another
- Guides individuals in identifying and releasing painful thought patterns that impact connection in relationships
Biography
Sarah is a Level One trained Internal Family Systems Practitioner and a graduate student in the Master of Social Work program at Arizona State University. Sarah is a fully certified Pilates instructor. She owned and operated a Pilates studio for 10 years. Sarah focused on rehabilitation services and guided individuals with injuries and illness in regaining mobility and quality of life. Sarah transitioned into the crisis services where she spent a number of years working with victims of sexual trauma and violence. She worked with individuals in crisis and helped to support them in accessing their resiliency. Sarah has studied with Bessel Van Der Kolk and attended a training that focused on where and how traumatic memories and experiences are held in the body. Sarah has spent her life supporting individuals in reaching their goals through her career and volunteer work and continues to do so as a IFS Relationship Coach.
Personal Statement
“Getting to know ourselves better is the first step to achieving connection and understanding in our relationships. We will work together to help you understand how you relate to yourself and others, so you are better equipped to make decisions that positively impact all your relationship and deepen your connections to family and friends. My goal is to help clients learn to understand themselves better as that process naturally leads to the release of negative thoughts, emotions, and patterns carried in the mind and body to create an open and curious heart. I completed my Level One IFS training this year after working with my own IFS therapist and experienced the improvements that come from regular practice. When I’m not working, I love spending time outdoors with my family and beloved dog Magnus.”
Services
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Contact UsOther Team Members
Executive Director, Licensed Professional Counselor, IFS Certified Therapist
Jean Robinson, LPC
"I create a supportive, non-judgmental, compassionate environment for client's to feel safe, respected and free to discuss any topic brought to counseling. My approach to counseling is client-centered & integrates various modalities using Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS). I provide counseling that is direct and goal oriented, yet compassionate, focusing on strengths and building on success. I enjoy working with teens/parents & couples to facilitate conscious communication which enhances their intimate relationships. I help connect clients with their own inner wisdom, enhance their clarity & decision making so that they can experience real transformation in their lives..."
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Child/Adolescent Therapy, Neuropsychological Testing
Mahuya Ghosh, Ph.D.
"It's that 'A-ha' moment, that look of recognition and relief, when I've finally crossed the "psychological" bridge and developed a connection with someone. Over the past 10 years, I have worked with children/adolescents struggling with numerous issues, such as ADHD, depression, and family conflict. I provide a supportive and nurturing environment and, in conjunction with positive reinforcement from parents, a change starts to happen..."
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor
Debra Ruisard, DSW, LCSW, LCADC
"Making the decision to engage in psychotherapy is an important step in healing from traumatic life events that leave emotional wounds long into adulthood. I work with individuals who wish to address the impact of traumatic stress from early childhood experiences of relational, emotional, physical and sexual abuse as well as domestic violence, sexual assault and other traumatic events that occur in adolescence and adulthood. My approach to working with individuals suffering from traumatic stress comes from an understanding that trauma is stored in the body..."
Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor
Lisa Zaneto, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
"I have a great appreciation for the adolescent mind. Developmentally, adolescence is an important time of discovery in an individuals life that comes with many emotional junctures, milestone celebrations, and stages of growth. I believe that by creating a safe and non-judgmental environment, clients will feel supported during these times and increase personal confidence allowing them to make positive decisions, meet their goals and set the foundation for future success. I believe that bringing creative therapeutic techniques into sessions is very helpful especially when adolescents are having trouble verbalizing what they are feeling or experiencing. Bringing things like journaling, grounding, music and art into sessions increases clients sense of safety and encourages them to be able to bring any topics into the counseling session. Together, the client and I will work through symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, school related issues, and other stressors."
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Katie Gaffney, RDN
Katie enjoys helping adults and adolescents make balanced, flexible eating choices. Her practice includes weight management, health promotion, eating disorders, and gastrointestinal and cardiovascular health. Katie earned her Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Food Science from Montclair State University and received her clinical training at the Rutgers School of Health Professions. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Katie considers both physical and mental health when counseling and educating clients. She promotes techniques such as mindful eating, meal planning, and understanding the body’s hunger and fullness cues. Katie has been featured in media publications on the topic of eating disorders.
Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist
Leslie Azaroff, MA, RDN
Leslie advises her clients to have healthy and enjoyable relationships with food. She encourages techniques such as mindful eating, listening to natural body signals of hunger and satiety, personalized food plans, boundary setting around food, and gaining insights into eating habits. Leslie has conducted numerous speaking engagements on such topics as Nutrition and Women's Health, Heart Health, Nutrition for Seniors, and Eating Disorders.
IFS Practitioner, Relationship Coach
Sarah Bergenfield
Sarah is a Level One trained Internal Family Systems Practitioner and a graduate student in the Master of Social Work program at Arizona State University. Sarah is a fully certified Pilates instructor. She owned and operated a Pilates studio for 10 years. Sarah focused on rehabilitation services and guided individuals with injuries and illness in regaining mobility and quality of life. Sarah transitioned into the crisis services where she spent a number of years working with victims of sexual trauma and violence. She worked with individuals in crisis and helped to support them in accessing their resiliency. Sarah has studied with Bessel Van Der Kolk and attended a training that focused on where and how traumatic memories and experiences are held in the body. Sarah has spent her life supporting individuals in reaching their goals through her career and volunteer work and continues to do so as a IFS Relationship Coach.
Certified Aromatherapist, Reiki Practitioner, EFT Practitioner
Susan Niedt, M.Ed., CA, CTA
Susan Niedt is a Certified Aromatherapist, Reiki I and Reiki II, and a Certified Positive EFT Practitioner. She studied Aromatherapy at Aromahead Institute and Aromatic Wisdom Institute. She is an active member of NAHA. Her love of plants and their unique healing properties brought her to the world of Aromatherapy, through which she discovered that combining both the therapeutic and energetic properties of essential oils with EFT and Reiki protocols, deeper levels of healing can be experienced.
Certified Hypnotherapist
Cathy Straus, CHt
Cathy is a Certified Hypnotherapist and received her accreditation from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute. She uses therapeutic hypnotherapy to help her clients achieve their personal goals. With her guidance in a safe, comfortable environment, Cathy works with clients to help them transform themselves in a myriad of ways. Areas of focus include stress and anxiety reduction, fears and phobias, attention issues, performance anxiety, sports performance, weight management, promotion of a healthy lifestyle, smoking cessation and the elimination of self defeating behaviors.
Advanced Eden Energy Medicine Practitioner
Alla Rosina, EEM-AP, LMT
Alla is an Advanced Eden Energy Medicine practitioner, Licensed Massage Therapist, Qigong Healing practitioner, Certified Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, & Integrated Positional Therapy Practitioner. In her work Alla offers a unique fusion of Eden Energy Medicine, Color Light Therapy, Oriental Medicine, Energy Psychology, Integrated Positional therapy and therapeutic yoga. Alla has been practicing different forms of energy healing and teaching yoga for more than a decade.
Reiki Master, Reiki Master Teacher, Yoga Teacher, Certified Reflexologist
Christopher Niedt, RM, RMT, RYT-200, CR
Chris Niedt has been interested in bringing together the worlds of science and spirituality since a young age. In 2008, he was trained in the natural healing art of Reiki (Usui Shiki Ryoho) by Leah Kremer before heading to Albright College. In 2012, Chris became certified in Reflexology by nationally renowned teacher, Bob Wolfe, to expand his bodywork knowledge. After years of practice, Chris became a Reiki Master Teacher in 2016 when taught by author and Reiki Master, Brett Bevell. Interested in fitness of the mind, body and spirit, Chris has also studied yoga and meditation. He often attended Buddhist meditation retreats...
Administrative Assistant
Bhavna Williams
Bhavna has a BA in Political Science and Business Management from Drew University. Bhavna has 10 years experience working in the Human Resource industry in various capacities for such companies as ADP and Citigroup. Through her various positions, Bhavna has developed a strong background in customer relations. Bhavna has shared her communication skills as a volunteer for her local school.