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Sara Pierce Kessinger, t-LMHC

Psychotherapist

Phone:

563.265.1529

Email:

Service Location: 

2805 Eastern Avenue Davenport, IA 52803

Telehealth in IA & IL 

Fun Fact About Me: 

I'm an avid thrifter!

A Bit About Me

Hi there! I’m so happy you’re here. Sometimes reaching out for help is the most difficult step toward healing – and you’re already on your way!

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I was born and raised in the Quad City area and graduated from St. Ambrose University majoring in Psychology and Sociology. From there, I wanted to dig deeper into learning about people and how we navigate this world. I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Illinois University Quad Cities in 2013. During my studies, I began working with children and adults who had been through various types of trauma, ranging from sexual abuse to grief/loss. I have experience counseling all age ranges and genuinely enjoy walking with people through their journey toward healing, self-exploration and growth.

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I approach therapy from a humanistic/person-centered perspective, meeting you where you are and developing a path together toward self-awareness, authenticity, and positive change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is an integral factor in healing and growth and would love to build a relationship with you!  You deserve this.

Education

2013

2009

2007

Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Western Illinois University

Moline, IL

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology

St. Ambrose University

Davenport, IA

Associates Degree

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA

Experience

2024

2022-2024

2019-2022

2016-2019

2012-2016

2011-2012

Quad City Psychotherapy

Davenport, IA

Office Manager & Psychotherapist

Stay at Home Mom with My Boys

Home, IA

Chaos Coordinator

Family Resources

Davenport, IA

Sexual Abuse Supervisor, Braking Traffik Supervisor & Residential Supervisor

Every Child

Moline, IL

Child Therapist and Childcare Consultant

Family Resources

Davenport, IA

Residential Counselor, Sexual Abuse Therapist & Trauma Informed Care Training Facilitator

Rick's House of Hope

Davenport, IA

Grief & Trauma Therapy Intern

Areas of Special Interest & Training

I specialize in working with teens and adults, focusing on the following presenting issues:

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  • Grief/Loss

  • Sexual Abuse

  • Domestic Abuse

  • Complex Trauma

  • PTSD

  • Infertility

  • Self-Worth

  • Body Image

  • General Anxiety

  • Life Transitions

  • Relationship Issues

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