Sadie Smith
Psychological Counsellor
Available for new clients
My focus is on queer, polyamorous, non-monogamous, and kinky people, and those who have felt unheard in traditional therapy. I offer in person and online counselling.
I specialize in:
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAlmost 5 years and 700+ sessions on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 24 hours
About me
I am Sadie (they.them), I am a queer, non-binary, neurodiverse, creative being living non-monogamous relationships.
My focus is on the needs of queer, non-monogamous, and kinky folks; however, it may not be these specific reasons that folks work with me. My openness about these topics helps to provide a safe(r) space knowing you won't have to explain them to me.
I specialize in relationships, identity, sexuality, self-acceptance, substance use, and resource building to support mental health. I like to think of these topics as just the tip of the iceberg, with so much more to discover once we go a little deeper.
Being exposed to music making from a young age (I play the saxophone) instilled in me the power of music for healing, which greatly influenced my studies in music therapy. Today, I am incredibly excited to offer you Guided Imagery and Music Therapy sessions, which is a specific form of psychotherapy from the music therapy world.
Furthermore, I believe in co-creation and that you are the expert in your life! Together, we form a therapeutic alliance based upon all the expertise, skills, and tools we collectively bring to our sessions to support you in understanding, navigating, and moving through life's challenges.
I speak:
English
Location:
Markgrafendamm 20, 10245 Berlin, Germany
Approach
Treatment Approaches
Music TherapyRecommended for those who find it easier to express feelings or process emotions through music rather than talking.
Solution-focused therapyRecommended for those who want quick, practical solutions to their problems without focusing too much time on the past.
Trauma Informed CareRecommended for those who have experienced trauma and need a safe, supportive space to heal at their own pace.
All of my counselling interventions stem from principles of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, strengths-based therapy, music therapy, and other modalities grounded in intersectional feminism, queerness, and cultural sensitivity.
Our session aims to meet you where you are in a nonjudgmental, honest, and open-minded space where I hold you with unconditional positive regard. Oftentimes, during sessions we will zoom out to understand the struggles you are facing within the context of culture and social systems with a human rights lens.
Since my work is rooted in forming therapeutic alliances, I believe it is important for us to get to know one another before committing to working together. Which is why I always offer a free initial session. The aim of the initial session is for us to get to know one another and see if we are a good fit. You can contact me here or via hello@crecendocounselling.com or book directly in my calendar: https://calendly.com/crescendocounselling/initial-session-to-get-to-know-one-another.
I am a private-pay clinician and am therefore unable to accept health insurance. However, I believe that counselling and mental health support should be accessible to everyone, so to help keep my practice affordable, I offer a sliding scale where you decide where you fit.
Additionally, I'm part of the Employee Assistance Program at It's Complicated. You can find out if this might be an option for you here: https://complicated.life/en/for-companies
Lastly, if you would like to learn more about me and the work I do, you can find me at: https://crescendocounselling.com/
Experience
13 years in practice700+ sessions on It's ComplicatedAlmost 5 years at It's Complicated
11.2019- Counsellor and Founder of Crescendo Counselling (Berlin, Germany)
02.2016-07.2016 Withdrawal Management at Bluewater Health (Sarnia, Canada)
11.2012-06.2016 Caring Connections Caseworker at House of Sophrosyne (Ontario, Canada)
10.2012-11.2013 Residential Youth Worker at New Beginnings (Windsor, Canada)
09.2011-04.2012 Social Work Intern at Legal Assistance of Windsor (Windsor, Canada)
08.2010-04.2011 Social Work Intern at Community University Partnership (Windsor, Canada)
Education
Guided Imagery and Music Level 1 (2022) from Sounding Circles, Denmark an accredited program by the Association of Music and Imagery.
Master of Arts (2018) Social Work as a Human Rights Profession from Alice Solomon Hochschule, Berlin Germany.
Master thesis: The Lived Experiences of Polyamorous Families in Canada.
Bachelor of Social Work , minor in Music Therapy (2012) from the University of Windsor, Canada.
I take part in yearly continuing professional development, here are some highlights:
Diagnosis, Etiology, and Treatment of DSM- Mental Disorders (Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences, 2022)
Shame and Internalized Oppression (Pink Therapy, 2021)
Intimate Partner Violence and Minority Stress (Pink Therapy, 2021)
Cost
Individual Session
€80
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAlmost 5 years and 700+ sessions on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 24 hours
Next available: May 23