My name is Audriana, Audrie for short, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Congratulations on taking this next step in your growth era! As you explore this page, it’s important that you feel confident in choosing the right therapist to guide you on your journey. I’m here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.
Audrie Sarmiento, LCSW-S
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor (she, her)
- Work best with: Children, Teens, Adults, LGBTQ+ Community
- Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
I’ve always been passionate about helping others navigate life’s challenges. Becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker was a natural path for me as I wanted to make a positive impact on people’s lives. Discovering a profound passion for social justice and human behavior, I set out on the path to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I completed my Master’s in Social Work at University of Houston. I aim to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.
One important aspect of my personal journey is authenticity in showing up for others. I believe in creating a safe and empathetic space for my patients to explore their concerns. Patients have expressed a stronger sense of themselves, a clear path they want to be on in life, growth that they are proud of and shows in all areas of life, decreased symptoms, healthy coping strategies, and a new perspective on life and others. They’ve also said that I give a very warm and calming aura/vibe and have felt safe enough to open up a lot more about deeper issues compared to other therapists they have worked with.
Credentials
Education
Master’s in Social Work, University of Houston, 2021
Personal Interests
Beyond my work as a clinician, you’ll discover my passion for video games and music. Whether it’s diving into DnD podcasts, indie video games, or K-Pop, establishing an authentic and warm environment together is my goal, and I’m excited about the chance to deepen our connection as we embark on this journey together.
In-network and Self Pay
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Curative
- Employers Health Network
- Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Sana Benefits
- Seton Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Self Pay
$180
Self-pay and out-of-pocket session costs for clients without insurance coverage for mental health services.
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialities
Alcohol Use, PTSD, Gender and Sexual Identity, Open Relationship/Polyamory, Self Esteem and Negative Self Talk
Expertise
- Academic Issues
- ADD / ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Boundaries / Assertiveness
- Career Counseling / Professional Growth
- Conflict with Friends
- Depression
- Divorce / Breakup
- Family Conflict
- Gender Identity
- Lack of Emotional Awareness
- Life Transitions
- Marital Conflict / Partner Conflict
- Not Happy or Satisfied with life
- Open Relationship / Polyamory
- Parenting
- Procrastination
- Psychosis
- Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
- Sexual Identity
- Social Anxiety
- Substance Use
- Trauma / PTSD
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic (AEDP)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Person-Centered (Rogerian)
- Process Oriented Psychology ('Process Work')
- Psychoanalytic
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Locations
Client Focus
- Age Groups Served: Children, Teens, Adults (12-64)
- Participant Types: Individuals
- Language Spoken: English