Meet Sara Kind, LPC, LMFT, PMH-C (she/hers)
I find so much joy in connecting with clients and supporting people on their own unique path towards healing and growth.
I’ve been working as a marriage and family therapist for over 12 years, with experience in a variety of settings. I’ve had the opportunity to work in non-profit crisis environments, provide intensive in-home therapy for children and families, supervise trauma treatment groups in Dane County schools, and offer therapy in outpatient clinics as well as private practice. Throughout my career, I’ve developed a strong understanding of the mental health resources and systems in Dane County, which allows me to better support the people I work with.
I started Kind Therapy in January 2015 with the goal of creating a warm, personalized environment where individuals, couples, and families can receive the care they need. I’m passionate about offering a safe and inclusive space where everyone feels welcome, heard, and supported as they work through life’s challenges.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or perinatal mental health concerns, I use evidence-based techniques that are tailored to your unique needs. I love working with people of all ages and believe that taking a systems-based approach—looking at how relationships and environments influence current struggles—is key to meaningful change. I also lean on attachment and polyvagal theories to help you look beyond the current symptoms you’re experiencing and develop a deeper understanding of how patterns have developed to help you adapt and respond to the stressors you have faced. I’m trained in EMDR and specialize in perinatal mental health, as well as working with couples and children.
My goal is always to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing, offering support and guidance along the way. I am energized by my work and feel inspired every day by my client’s stories of resilience and strength. I look forward to connecting with you about your needs and goals.
Education, Training & Professional Memberships
Education
- Master’s Degree (2012): Community Counseling (M.S.), Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Wisconsin—Whitewater
- Bachelor’s Degree: Child Psychology (B.A.), Minor in Family Social Science from University of Minnesota—Twin Cities
Licenses
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT): WI #988-124
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC): WI #5387-125
Membership in Professional Associations:
- Clinical Member of American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- Wisconsin Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- Leadership Team Chair of the Madison Postpartum Collective
Specialized Trainings and Certifications
- Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International
- Certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TFCBT)
- Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training through Postpartum Support International and 2020 Mom
- Maternal Mental Health Intensive on Perinatal Loss & Grief through Seleni Institute
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), EMDRIA approved
- Postpartum Support International Advanced Psychotherapy Training
- Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Practical Applications for Treating Trauma with Deb Dana
- ACT Raising Safe Kids Certified Parent Facilitator
- Gottman Level 1 Clinical Training for Couples Therapy
- Certified Gottman Bringing Baby Home Educator
- Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator for couples
- Level 1 Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)
- Brainspotting Phase 1
- “Dear White Therapists” Antiracism training for therapists working with POC by Dr. Michelle Alvarez, a.k.a The Honest Therapist
- ACT for Women’s Mental Health
- Cognitive Processing Therapy
- Parent Child Interaction Therapy
- Emotion Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) with Sue Johnson
On a more personal note…
I enjoy spending my non-working hours with my family. I am happily married to my husband and I’m a proud mama to two children.
I feel most grounded when I am in nature, and I make it a priority to spend time outside everyday, regardless of the weather. I can often be found exploring local hiking trails, camping in Wisconsin State Parks, snowshoeing in the winter, gardening, cooking, and visiting local restaurants.
I love travel and visiting different states and countries whenever I have the opportunity.
