Sarah Kelton, MEd, LPC Associate, RYT®200

Sep 26

(She/Her/Hers)

Currently under the clinical supervision of Jaclyn N. Sepp, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S™, NCC, RYT® 200 and Sheila Wessels, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S™

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3-8 Years | 9-12 Years | 13-18 Years | Family

Sarah Kelton (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate (LPC-A) supervised by Jaclyn N. Sepp, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S™, NCC, RYT®200, and Sheila Wessels, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S™. Sarah earned her bachelor's degree in Applied Learning and Development and her master's degree in Counselor Education from the University of Texas at Austin. She is currently working toward her Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential.

With six years of experience in public education and two years as a school counselor, Sarah has a strong foundation in supporting children and families. She was honored with the CREST award (Counselors Reinforcing Excellence in Texas) by the Texas School Counseling Association and was nominated for School Counselor of the Year in Austin ISD. Her experience includes roles as a gifted and talented coordinator, social-emotional learning facilitator, and parent support specialist. As a Neurosequential Model of Education (NME) Facilitator, Sarah regularly implements trauma-informed practices and Trust-Based Relational Interventions (TBRI).

Sarah utilizes child-centered play therapy as her primary approach, recognizing that play is the natural language of children. By following the child’s lead, she creates a safe and supportive environment that fosters trust and unconditional acceptance, key elements that serve as the main agents of behavioral change. In her work, Sarah partners with caregivers, equipping them with tools to strengthen their relationship with their child at home. This collaborative effort helps set a solid groundwork for change, empowering families to navigate challenges together.

Sarah's expertise spans various areas, including ADHD, anxiety, emotional disturbances, and trauma. She believes in each child's innate ability to grow and thrive, using modalities like bibliotherapy, art therapy, and sand-tray therapy to meet them at a developmentally appropriate level. Sarah is an original Austinite and loves photography, knitting, rock climbing, and hiking with her husband and dog.

SARAH IS PARTICULARLY WELL-SUITED TO SUPPORT FAMILIES:

With young children who are looking for guidance in coping strategies, regulation, and developing a positive self concept in order to face everyday stressors with confidence.
Who are looking for someone to show unconditional acceptance and positive regard for their child in a safe and supportive way in order for their child to feel confident and empowered to make their own decisions.
Who are interested in working with someone who is familiar with the school setting and has 6 years of experience working in education as both a teacher and a school counselor.

SARAH WORKS AT OUR BERKMAN AND SPICEWOOD OFFICE LOCATIONS AND OFFERS VIRTUAL SESSIONS. ALL SESSIONS ARE 45 MINUTES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. HER RATES ARE THE FOLLOWING:

Individual Session $150
Initial Consult, Parent Consult, Parent Coaching $175
Family Session $195

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:

ADHD
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief

Oppositional Defiance
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

SARAH’S FAVORITES:

Favorite board game: The Ungame
Favorite ice cream flavor: Mexican Vanilla with cookie dough
Favorite animal: Elephant
Favorite children’s book: Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite place in Austin: Lady Bird Lake Trail
Favorite holiday: Christmas
I feel happiest when: I’m in nature with people I love!
If I had a superpower it would be: Invisibility
Place I feel most safe/calm/comfortable: Anywhere in the mountains with my husband.