Clinical Team
Sarah Foran, PsyD
Training: Georgia Southern University (Psy.D., Clinical Psychology), James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (Internship)
Dr. Sarah Foran (she/her) is a post-doctoral fellow at MindWell. She specializes in working with individuals of all ages holding diverse and traditionally underserved identities. Her approach to therapy is values-driven with a strong foundation based in self-compassion, non-judgment, genuineness, and advocacy. Dr. Foran utilizes evidence-based practices including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She also utilizes an integrative, client-centered approach that highlights her clients’ strengths and unique identities in reaching treatment goals. Clinically, Dr. Foran’s interests include traumatic growth, addressing mood-related concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, anger, stress, grief), adjustment to life transitions, values and identity development, and navigating relational difficulties. Academically, Dr. Foran has a background in researching the impacts of traumatic experiences on individuals and their communities, positive psychology interventions (e.g., identity development, self-compassion), and unique treatment concerns within rural communities. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients to support them through difficult situations/emotions while empowering them to create meaningful change.
Dr. Foran received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Studio Arts from Binghamton University. She received her Master of Science (MS) and Doctorate (Psy.D.) degrees in Clinical Psychology from Georgia Southern University. She recently completed her doctoral internship at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Johnson City, TN, before joining MindWell as a post-doctoral fellow. When not working, she enjoys being out in nature, working on various art projects, and traveling.
Areas of Experience: Depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma and stressor-related disorders, borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, ADHD, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, strength-based interventions