The Urban Healing Group
Sara Williams, LAMFT
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Sara Williams-Cole has always been ona journey to find her true self. A path that hasn’t always been easy, but one she walked with courage and resilience. Refusing to settle for less than she deserved, Sara eventually discovered her purpose: to help others heal, grow, and uncover their sense of worth and direction.
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About Sara
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Sara provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy for individuals, couples, and families in Philadelphia and the Greater Philadelphia area, offering both in-person and secure virtual sessions. Sara integrates evidence-based strategies and current research to create meaningful and sustainable change in her clients’ lives. She maintains weekly supervision with Arika Moody, LMFT as she works towards full licensure.
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About Sara
Sara believes that healing is a collaborative process that occurs within the context of understanding both individual experiences and relational dynamics. She combines clinical expertise with empathy to guide clients through life’s challenges, helping them build insight, resilience, and practical skills for lasting growth.
Sara utilizes supervision, prior therapy and work experience, and current training to stay up to date on clinical techniques and practices, ensuring that her work is informed by contemporary findings in trauma, family systems, and relational therapy. Her approach balances warmth with and transparency, making therapy a safe, transformative space for all clients.
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Therapeutic Approach
Sara integrates a variety of evidence-informed modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including:
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Family Systems & Relational Approaches
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Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Emotion-Focused and Strengths-Based Interventions
She emphasizes practical skill-building and insight development, helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relational concerns, and life transitions.
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Who Sara Works With
Sara works with:
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Adults, young adults, and adolescents experiencing trauma or stress-related challenges
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Individuals and couples navigating relational difficulties
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Families seeking guidance through transitions or conflict resolution
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Clients seeking culturally sensitive and inclusive care
Her goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and effective space where clients can feel supported, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.