In-Person in Falls Church, VA 22046
In-Person in Washington, DC
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
As a bicultural and bilingual therapist, I provide services in English and Spanish. I use a trauma-informed and integrative approach in therapy, and I incorporate various types of therapy, such as DBT, CBT, and ACT, depending on your needs and preferences. With couples, I use the skills-based Gottman Method of Couples Therapy. I am also a part of PSYPACT.
I value each client’s cultural background and use an authentic and collaborative approach in therapy. I provide a space for clients to explore and process their experiences and help them develop skills to navigate challenges and create lasting change.
Please contact me if you would like to learn more. I look forward to hearing from you!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: Spanish, 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.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
Approach Description: My goal is always to ensure therapy is helpful for you. I am very flexible in my approach to therapy and tailor our sessions to your goals and needs. Whether you are looking for more structure and skill-building or more space to process and explore, we can work together to make sure your unique needs are met.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Sarah Arango PhD
- Female
- License # 0810007406
- Licensed in Virginia
- PSYPACT Mobility # 8034
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: Ph.D., Counseling Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin
Integrated Behavioral Health
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M.Ed. & M.A., Psychological Counseling
Columbia University
Concentration: Bilingual Latina/o/x Mental Health
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B.A., Psychology
George Mason University
Minor: Women & Gender Studies with a concentrat
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $250-$320
- Out of Network
Dr. Sarah Arango Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Falls Church, VA 22046 and Washington, DC
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming