The Center for Self will work with you to embrace your most authentic Self.

Learn about you through

Self-acceptance,

Self-awareness,

Self-compassion, and

Self-care.

Our Guiding Principles

Acceptance

Provide an environment of acceptance and understanding. We will work with you by providing care respectful of your unique needs.

Personalized

Therapy will be evidence-based and tailored to your specific needs.

Ally

We work every day at learning to become a better ally. Diversity is celebrated and welcomed. Ally to members of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities.

Listening

You are the expert on your own life and experience. We will listen to you.

Sarah Blader, MSW, LISW

I know that looking for a therapist can be stressful. Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start? Maybe even afraid of what to expect. I want to assure you that you are not alone. I have been there myself, it does get easier.

I work with autistic adults and/or ADHDers, or those that suspect they are neurodivergent. My clients often struggle with anxiety, shame, guilt, emotional regulation, trauma, and/or depression. I strive to learn every day about your specific needs so we can address what is getting in your way of living your best life.

I have a Master of Social Work from the University of Houston and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Iowa State University. Before I became a clinical social worker, I worked as a medical social worker in the home, outpatient, and hospital settings. I have further training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Grief Educator Certification.

I am a hetero, white, Gen X, neurodivergent, cis woman. I recognize that my identities and your identities are part of our lived experience. I continue to work on how my identities affect my clients and welcome conversations about identity in our sessions.

Clinical Social Worker and Founder

She/Her/Hers

Reach out today.

The Center for Self

2701 1st Ave SE, Suite 104, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403

Phone: (319) 435-1677

Fax: (319) 409-8275

email: sarah.blader@thecenterforselfllc.com

Hours

Monday: 9AM – 4PM
Tuesday: 9AM – 4PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9AM – 4PM
Friday: 9AM – 4PM

 

Tailored therapy for you

 In diversity there is beauty and there is strength.

-Maya Angelou