Our Mission

It is our hope for every client to feel seen and known through their counseling journey. We believe every person is created with intrinsic value and is deserving of respect and compassion. We strive to lead individuals, couples and families through Christian and evidence-based approaches to mental health.

Our Team

Sarah Graves, LCSW

Sarah is a therapist and founder of New Day Counseling and Coaching. Her practice is located in Jacksonville, FL

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Psychology, Florida State University

Master of Social Work, Florida State University

Qualified Supervisor for Registered Clinical Social Worker Interns, Florida Department of Health

Therapeutic Training & Techniques

Effective Trauma Care, Allender Center

Level I & II Training, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy

Adoption Certificate Program, Rutgers School of Social Work

Therapeutic Techniques:

Biblical/Christian Approach, Narrative, Attachment Theory, and CBT

Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a wife, mother to 3 daughters, dog mom, and a Disney kid at heart. My faith and hope in Jesus shapes the foundation of my life and my practice. When working with clients, it is my utmost priority to respect their beliefs while also displaying Christ’s love through our time together.

Since 2009, I have worked with individuals, parents and families struggling with conflict, attachment issues, impacts from childhood trauma, depression and anxiety. My passion is to help lead people out of hurt and toward healing as they build confidence within themselves and create safe trust bonds within their close relationships. Clients can address issues from their everyday struggles to complex trauma. Some helpful therapy models may include narrative, attachment-based and solution-oriented therapies. Clients should be prepared for engaging their body and mind throughout the session. A treatment plan will be created and practice work assigned after each session.

 I offer in-office therapy as well as therapy in outdoors spaces. This can help clients who connect more with nature feel more comfortable and lighter while working in therapy. Whether at the beach or public park, your session can take place in various environments that bring you joy, if you choose. Each person I work with can expect a non-judgemental experience, no matter their story.  Reach out today for a free phone consultation.

Reviews

“We absolutely loved our experience with Sarah! I have recommended her to several friends as well!
She is extremely easy to talk to and down to earth! She’s knowledgeable and has great insight!
We will be using her again.”

-Mindy

 
“Sarah was our family counselor for a full year during and following our adoption. Her expertise helped us all feel empowered in our new roles and relationships in our family. She helped all of us with attachment and helped us to not get caught up on bumps along the way. It’s difficult to communicate just how integral Sarah was in our family attachment, and how easily she approached and addressed sensitive issues. Sarah’s work has been an absolute gift for my family that very few could have given. I remain eternally grateful for her impact on my family. If you are looking for a counselor you can put your trust in, you have found her.”
-Lisa