Sara Kerai Counseling + Evaluation Services

10/24/2025

Do you have a loved one who is undergoing cancer treatment? Here are the ways you can show up for them.

(Hint: “Let me know if you need anything” is not allowed!)

To help a loved one with cancer, think about what you're good at — and what they need. Are you organized? Plan their meals. Detail-oriented? Go with them to appointments. Survivors share ideas.

10/18/2025

Anticipatory grief is healthy and normal.

“When someone is in hospice care, they are encouraged to have closure conversations, getting a chance to say: ‘I love you, thank you, I’m sorry, please forgive me, I forgive you, goodbye.’” Research suggests that survivors experience less depression after a death when they have these types of meaningful communication.”

Yes. Here’s how to cope.

09/24/2025

The American Psychological Association is deeply concerned about the Administration’s recent announcement on autism.

Promoting unsupported scientific theories risks fueling stigma, undermines public trust and distracts from real scientific progress.

06/30/2025

When you're ready for therapy, it can be hard to find a clinician who returns your call or is ready to help a new client get started. After a few years of having very limited openings, I am happy to share that I have space in my practice for a few new clients.
Whether you are struggling or just want to reconnect with your “North Star,” I help people who are navigating:
- a new diagnosis
- grief and loss
- religious trauma/spiritual questions
- caregiving
- post-cancer trauma
- fertility issues
Please reach out. You don't have to be alone on your journey. I'm licensed to practice in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Michigan.

10/14/2024

Who can guess what it is?

Some words hurt more than they help.

06/28/2024

We don’t talk enough about this aspect of grief for a parent or older loved one. I found this conversation to be very moving.

01/20/2024

A friend shared this beautiful essay with me today. It’s about the power of showing up with a spirit of curiosity. This is one to save and come back to.

“Err on the side of presence.”

Every gesture of recognition marries love and humility, vulnerability and sacred responsibility.

11/10/2023

10/20/2023

SPOILER!

Here's the question to ask a loved one when they're upset: "Do you want to be helped, heard, or hugged?"

What an empowering question, that allows us to give the right gift to a loved one when they need it most.

Offering support can be tricky, but experts say this technique helps.

09/01/2023

This Su***de Prevention Month, and throughout the year, the 988 Lifeline is ready to support you. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please call, text, or chat 988. This free and confidential service is available for any reason at any time.

05/19/2023

Boundaries are how we prevent resentment and burnout in relationships.
Boundaries are not “mean,” they are healthy! These are great suggestions for how to say “yes” and honor yourself at the same time.