In-Person in Columbia, MD 21045
Online in Maryland
You may feel like you’re always pushing just to stay afloat—managing school, work, or relationships while carrying the weight of burnout, anxiety, or self-doubt. Maybe masking your neurodivergence has left you exhausted, or executive function challenges keep you stuck and overwhelmed. My role as a therapist is to offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can let go of “just try harder,” explore who you are beneath the pressure, and find new ways to move forward with confidence and authenticity.
Client Focus
Session Format: Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
Approach Description: I want therapy to feel like a place where you can finally breathe—a space where you don’t have to mask or try to fit into someone else’s expectations. My style is warm, collaborative, and neuroaffirming, which means I focus on understanding and supporting the unique ways your brain and body work. Together, we’ll explore your strengths, uncover what’s getting in the way, and build practical tools that fit your life. I draw from ACT, DBT, play and art therapy, and mindfulness to keep our work flexible, creative, and tailored to you. For families, I also offer parent coaching and collaborate with schools so the support continues beyond our sessions.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 180
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- We offer a sliding scale policy to help make therapy more accessible, adjusting fees based on individual financial circumstances.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, Kaiser
Education & Credentials
Sarah Jacques LCSWC-C
- Female
- License # 29018
- Licensed in MD
- Practicing Since 2022
Education: I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Language and Communications Media from American University in 2014 and my Master of Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2022, specializing in Behavioral Health.
Sarah Jacques Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Columbia, MD 21045
- Available Online for residents of Maryland
At Wellness Space Counseling, we believe therapy is more than solving problems—it’s about creating a space for healing, growth, and connection. Our practice provides compassionate, evidence-based care for children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. We offer in-person sessions in Columbia, Maryland, and virtual therapy throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Florida, making it easy to access support wherever you are.
Our therapists understand that people often come to counseling at times when life feels overwhelming, disconnected, or uncertain. Whether it’s a child struggling with anxiety, a teen navigating identity and peer relationships, an individual managing stress, trauma, or mood concerns, or a couple wanting to rebuild trust and connection, we are here to help. We work closely with families to strengthen communication, increase understanding, and create a foundation for healthier relationships.
We integrate approaches such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, somatic therapy, biofeedback, and the Gottman Method for couples. These evidence-based methods are always tailored to each client’s unique needs and combined with a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment. Our goal is not only to help you manage symptoms but also to build lasting wellness, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful change.
At Wellness Space Counseling, we walk alongside you with compassion and curiosity, offering guidance and tools to help you move toward balance, self-understanding, and connection. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, we are here to provide the space and support you need to heal and thrive.