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RESULTS.  RESEARCH-BASED.  GOALS.  EDUCATION.

Dr. Sara Brandt has two specialized areas of expertise: Relationships and use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address trauma and substance use. While most therapists claim to treat almost any issue, Dr. Sara focuses her training and expertise solely on the latest research, theories and skills around relationship-building and EMDR. This narrow focus allows her clients access to the newest techniques, education and skill-building in order to meet their goals.

In 2000, Dr. Brandt founded Brandt Therapy Clinics, Inc. with a vision to provide solution-focused and results-driven therapy to clients. The practice rapidly grew to three locations and several specialized therapists. In, 2014, Dr. Brandt decided to move into solo practice and continues to practice in Schaumburg which allows more time to focus on her own family.

Dr. Brandt works with clients on relationship issues by providing education and skills training. The focus is on current issues causing problems for the clients and setting clear therapy goals. Clients are treated as equals and work with therapist to find a plan that works for them to obtain their goals quickly.

In working with EMDR, Dr. Brandt strives to be a supportive, comforting presence there to guide the client’s brain through the necessary processing. Dr. Brandt educates clients about trauma and the effect on the brain as well as how EMDR achieves scientifically-validated results. She provides skill development and resources for the client to feel safe in the process and to maintain control over the brain as needed throughout the process.

Using humor and understanding to create a comfortable therapeutic environment, Dr. Brandt pushes her clients to make reach the identified goals. She strongly embraces diversity and provides a welcoming experience for those in the LGBTQ, kink and other minority communities.

Clients are seen in our convenient office location in Schaumburg. Appointments are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening hours. Dr. Brandt tries to be as accessible to her clients as possible and makes every effort to return your phone call or email the same day. All clients are seen within one week of calling for an appointment.

 

 

          

 

 

Sara Brandt, Ph.D., M.S., LMFT

Credentials • Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Illinois State University, 2000 • M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northern Illinois University, 1996 • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Illinois (#166.000532) • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Iowa (#000-062) • EMDR-trained Therapist 2018 • Trained at as Gottman Level 1 Therapist 2012 • AAMFT Approved Supervisor Training Course, 2006 • Certified in Family Business Consulting 2004 • Certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, Basic and Advanced 2003 Areas of Expertise » Couples Therapy » Forgiveness/Affairs » EMDR to heal from trauma and traumatic stress » Emotion-based vs Cognitive-based partners For her work other than EMDR, Dr. Brandt works from a practical result-focused approach. Her style involves identifying factors that are keeping the client stuck and assisting with finding solutions around those issues. Coaching focuses on current issues and what creates those roadblocks to movement. Dr. Brandt uses a variety of tools to assist the client in moving forward including education, skills training, testing and interviews with outside sources. Dr. Brandt does not focus on past life issues unless they are directly related to current issues in functions. When working with clients in EMDR, Dr. Brandt works as a guide and teacher, educating about the brain and supporting clients through the process.

 

 

 

To set up an Initial Consultation, please contact us at (630) 290-3384 or drsarabrandtscheduling@gmail.com.