Sarah M. Roper
Director, M.A., LPCC-S, NCC, LPSC, EMDR Certified
Sarah Roper, is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S), focuses on student's, educators and women’s issues.
Sarah’s therapy style is a partnership with her clients that is open, strength-based, integrative, mindful and solution-focused. Sarah focuses on working with mood disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem difficulties, life changes, and social/familial/relational challenges. She believes that through empowering others to find their confidence, voice and discover their story they are able to rewrite their futures.
Sarah Roper has over 20 years experience helping individuals ages ranging from 4-65+. As a dually licensed counselor, Sarah has a unique perspective on educational issues and works together in unison with clients, families and schools to help her clients have the success they need in school.
She uses an integrative approach to meet the needs of individuals. Sarah also provides EMDR, Mindfulness, Art and Bibliotherapy techniques.
Sarah offers various Group Counseling opportunities ranging from Women’s Self-love, Mindfulness, and Interpersonal Relationships to Career & Study Skills, Coping Skills, and College Prep for students. Contact Sarah directly to find out what groups she is currently offering.
Sarah also provides Supervision for LPC, LPCC seeking their supervisory designation, CT/PC and SC interns.
sarah@ropercounseling.org
567-218-3488
*Currently Sarah has a waitlist for new clients. To be added to this please fill out an appointment request on the appointment page.
Mandisa Sherife-Kekulah
M.A., LPC
Mandisa (Man-dee-sa Sharif- Ka-kuh-la) holds a master’s degree from the University of Toledo in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With her bachelor's degree in Theater, Mandisa understands the importance of being authentic and being present for every moment. Their experience includes refraining and identifying negative thinking, identifying steps to be a more authentic version of self, and positive self-talk/affirmations. Mandisa is versed in Person-Centered, Humanistic, Cognitive, Behavioral, Solution-Focused therapist to assist in identifying and developing coping mechanisms appropriate for each person. Their areas of interest are individuals who identify or experience invisible illnesses, disabilities, emerging adulthood (19-25), LGBTQIA+ community, and those looking to develop a better relationship with themselves.
Mandisa’s philosophy as a therapist is to treat each person as a unique individual, worthy of unconditional acceptance, regardless of their circumstances or struggles. They desire to come alongside, challenge, and encourage their clients to find healing emotionally, mentally, and physically.
In their free time, they enjoy spending time with their dog, gardening, and enjoying true crime podcasts.
Currently, Mandisa is only offering telehealth appointments.
mandisa@ropercounseling.org
212-232-6402
Chad Roper
Mentor & Motivational Coach
Licensed Wedding & Funeral Chaplain
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Business Manager
Chad, is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Counseling. He has pastoral counseling and education experience.
He has worked with individuals, students, families and the community for a long time. As a Coach, he encourages and supports clients, while being more directive and focusing on the future. He has been working on social interactions, stress management, relational interactions, communication skills and confidence building with clients.
He is also a a trainer and facilitator for the Prepare Enrich, which equips and prepares couples, marriages and families to foster healthier relationships (https://www.prepare-enrich.com).
office@ropercounseling.org
419-890-1001
Montana Zaborowski
CT, Counseling Trainee
Montana is a master’s level Counselor Trainee, attending the University of Toledo’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program. Montana obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University. She then went on to attend the University of Toledo’s School Psychology program where she obtained both her Master’s and Education Specialist Degrees in School Psychology. Montana also holds a graduate certificate in Early Childhood Teaming from the University of Toledo. She is also a current practicing School Psychologist.
Montana uses a holistic, person centered approach to therapy. She often utilizes techniques from both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Montana believes that the client is the expert in their life and her role is to provide a supportive and safe environment for one to explore and dive deeper.
Montana’s clinical interests include working with children and adults on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Montana is under the supervision of
Sarah Roper, LPCC-S.
montana@ropercounseling.org
567-218-3868
Morgan Lussier
CT, Counselor Trainee
Morgan, is a master’s level Counselor (CT), currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Counseling from Sacred Heart University. She also has a Master’s in Forensic Psychology.
Morgan is well-versed in Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She utilizes these therapies and techniques to assist in identifying and implementing coping skills to fit each individual’s needs. She has experience working with a variety of populations and believes that everyone is worthy of unconditional acceptance. Morgan is very passionate about the field and excited to begin her journey.
When not working or in school, Morgan enjoys reading, watching true-crime documentaries and spending time with family.
Morgan is under the supervision of
Sarah Roper, LPCC-S.
Morgan will be joining the practice in January 2025! Contact office@ropercounseling.org to get on Morgan’s waitlist!