SADIE SCHULTHEIS,

FOUNDER & LMHC-QS

Founder of Balansera Therapy Group; Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Qualified Supervisor MHC & MFT Interns

At a glance

• Qualified superviSOR FOR MH & MF Interns
• CERTIFIED IN Trauma-Focused COGNITIVE Behavioral Therapy
• EMDRIA-APPROVED EMDR THERAPIST
• SPECIALIZES IN THE TREATMENT OF TRAUMA AND C-PTSD

Sadie is a licensed therapist based in Jacksonville, Florida, with deep roots in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She relocated to Florida in 2015, and has been dedicated to providing high-quality counseling to individuals and families throughout the state since 2017.

With experience in a wide range of therapeutic settings, Sadie has worked in residential crisis facilities, outpatient behavioral health programs, and private practice. Her diverse experience has equipped her to work with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and challenges, with a particular passion for empowering clients to foster self-growth, resilience, and emotional healing.

Sadie specializes in trauma-informed care, helping those who have experienced trauma learn how to manage difficult emotions in healthier, more constructive ways. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, guiding them through the complexities of trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and personal development. She also works with active parents, equipping them with tools for stress management, positive parenting, behavior management, and effective communication.

As a certified therapist in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Sadie has successfully treated clients as young as 3 years old. She has a wealth of experience helping parents navigate high-conflict divorce situations, offering support in areas such as mediation, co-parenting, and fostering positive communication between families. Sadie is also trained and certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, as well as Ego State interventions. She is an EMDRIA-approved EMDR therapist specializing in the treatment of complex PTSD, childhood maltreatment, relationship violence, religious trauma, community violence, and traumatic grief.

In addition to her therapeutic work, Sadie is a Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health and Marriage and Family Interns, dedicating time to support the next generation of clinicians in their professional growth.

Sadie’s approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a commitment to helping clients lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Whether you are seeking trauma recovery, emotional support, or practical tools for daily life, Sadie is here to walk with you on your journey toward healing and growth.

"I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story."

- Sadie Schultheis, Founder of Balansera Therapy Group