Sara is a licensed psychotherapist in New Jersey, New York and Connecticut. This means Sara holds a clinical license to treat and support people who live in NJ, NY, and CT. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and Assistant at Somatic Experiencing (SE) trainings, Sara integrates awareness of the body and sensations into her psychotherapy practice and guides clients through simple practices to regain control of their nervous systems. Choosing to do this work, might look like a new journey toward awareness of strength, freedom and resilience. This type of work extends beyond traditional talk therapy. The body does keep the score; body and mind are not separate, and deep healing occurs when we listen to both. We know that movement also alleviates stress from the body; Sara weaves yoga philosophy, movement, and spirituality into healing sessions when appropriate.

Education and Training

master in social work (MSW)

World-Renowned Educational Experience at Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Yeshiva University, New York City.

Academy of certified social workers (ACSW)

The Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) credential has been the gold standard in social work since 1960. The ACSW credential demonstrates advanced professional experience, adherence to the NASW Code of Ethics, and a commitment to ongoing education and professional development.

Somatic Experiencing practitioner (SEP)

Certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). Completion of the three-year Somatic Experiencing professional training.

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SE master classes

Completion of two 6 - day Master Classes with Dr. Peter A. Levine , "Eye of the Needle." Categories of near death experiences and altered states of consciousness including but not limited to COVID, and post COVID, near fatal accidents, injuries, witnessing death.

yoga teacher training

Nine month immersion in Bhakti Yoga philosophy, meditation and asana.

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SOMATIC TOUCH

Certified Somatic Touch Skills Practitioner. Completion of three 6-day progressive modules on developing tactile skills, somatic awareness, and other touch-related skills in the context of working with the resolution of traumatic stress symptoms.

Touch skills are adapted for use in psychotherapy practices to support clients, providing co-regulation, and attunement.

Sara Kossove, LCSW, LLC, ACSW, LCADC, SEP, RYT