Sage stevens:
The Professional
pronouns: they/them
Educational Background
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MSW Student at PennWest University (formerly Edinboro University of PA)
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Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology
Supervisor Information
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Kayti Protos, DSW, LCSW
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut & Pennsylvania
Selected Trainings & Certifications
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Awarded Facilitator of the Year 2021 by NAMI
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Trainer for PESI, Advocacy Academy, and the Department of Defense for Providing Affirming Care to Trans and Nonbinary Clients
Clinical Approach
I believe in a person-centered, strengths-based, harm reduction model that allows the client to be the expert in their lives. I work collaboratively with clients to find what works best for your situation and goals. I come from an anti-oppressive and anti-ableist framework to de-stigmatize mental health treatment in vulnerable communities. I look forward to connecting, working together, and finding what style and treatment works best for you.
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Special interests:
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2SLGBTQQIA+ focus, including gender exploration and managing gender dysphoria
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Folx who struggle with self-harm
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Stigmatized communities, including:
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Sex workers
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Kink-positive people
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Chronic illness
- Anti-diet, body-positive, and Health at Every Size (HAES) informed
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Sage: the person
pronouns: they/them
Social Location
I am a disabled, non-binary, genderfluid, pansexual, ace person. My spiritual beliefs are nature-based, and I love all things crystals, believing everyone can tap into their intuition and learn to trust themselves and their gut instincts. I am a person in recovery from disordered eating and self-harm. I advocate for those who have intersecting identities, stigmatizing diagnoses, and other vulnerable communities. Additionally, I am passionate about preventing burnout, providing psychoeducation surrounding boundary setting, as well as research and finding the best possible resources for clients.
Interesting Facts
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I have a foster kitty Moo (pictured) and my newly adopted pittie mix Journey (also pictured)
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I started a small animal rescue a decade ago
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I have a lot of food allergies, so I'm a pro at finding substitutions for allergens in recipes!
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Dance is one of my biggest passions and I still try to dance as much as possible despite chronic pain
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My happy place is in the woods, mountains, or near a waterfall. However, I am not a fan of bugs, but I am a fan of our rodent friends like pet rats and hamsters!
