Sabrina Sahle, MD, LCSW-C
Compassionate Maryland therapist guiding healing and growth
- Trauma-informed care
- Bilingual English Tigrinya
- Telehealth sessions available
About Sabrina Sahle
Sabrina Sahle, MD, LCSW-C, is a Maryland-based Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds. She holds an undergraduate degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Asmara in Eritrea and completed two graduate degrees at Ohio University - a Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) and a Master of Social Work (MSW).
Her clinical background includes trauma-focused work with refugees at resettlement agencies, several years providing individual and group psychotherapy at Salisbury University Counseling Center, and work with younger and older adults at a private agency on Maryland's Eastern Shore. After establishing her private practice, Bana Mental Health LLC, she continued offering services to both immigrant and non-immigrant communities across Maryland using telehealth.
Sahle’s approach to therapy is warm, open, and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic and client-centered principles, rational-emotive methods, and mindfulness meditation to help clients build self-awareness and work toward meaningful change. As a practitioner who holds the credentials MD (Doctor of Medicine) and LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker), she emphasizes honest dialogue and collaborative work. She encourages individuals to pursue greater well-being and is ready to partner with those seeking change.
Her clinical background includes trauma-focused work with refugees at resettlement agencies, several years providing individual and group psychotherapy at Salisbury University Counseling Center, and work with younger and older adults at a private agency on Maryland's Eastern Shore. After establishing her private practice, Bana Mental Health LLC, she continued offering services to both immigrant and non-immigrant communities across Maryland using telehealth.
Sahle’s approach to therapy is warm, open, and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, humanistic and client-centered principles, rational-emotive methods, and mindfulness meditation to help clients build self-awareness and work toward meaningful change. As a practitioner who holds the credentials MD (Doctor of Medicine) and LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker), she emphasizes honest dialogue and collaborative work. She encourages individuals to pursue greater well-being and is ready to partner with those seeking change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sabrina Sahle have?
Sabrina Sahle has 13 years of experience.
Is Sabrina Sahle a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C. License details: MD LCSW-C 19571.
In which languages does Sabrina Sahle provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Tigrinya.
Where is Sabrina Sahle located?
She is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Sabrina Sahle as my therapist?
Clients can work with Sabrina Sahle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sabrina Sahle work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sabrina Sahle cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Sabrina Sahle draws on several evidence-informed approaches to help clients meet their goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then taking values-guided actions - an approach often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating formed in close relationships; it helps people explore how early bonds influence current relationship and family dynamics and supports building more secure connections. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client’s ability to grow; this humanistic stance is helpful for building self-awareness, self-esteem, and a stronger sense of direction.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sabrina collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals aim to tailor strategies rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for busy schedules, supports continuity across life changes, and makes it easier to access care from home or work. These options allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that best suit their routines and comfort levels while working with a licensed therapist.