Hi, I’m Dr. Sarah Sarkis
I am a psychologist, writer, and performance consultant with a private practice in Boston, Massachusetts. My integrated approach is big on science, low on bullshit, empowering my clients to achieve long term change and growth through an eclectic blend of psychology, neurobiology, and functional medicine.
I’m here to partner with you in your quest for a sense of wellness.
My blog, The Padded Room, is your virtual safe space to help you manage the jarring realities of life. Here, you’ll find a soft landing for life’s harshest truths.
In addition to my private consulting practice, I am a performance consultant with The Flow Research Collective (FRC) founded by Steven Kotler. I am also a featured writer for the FRC’s monthly newsletter, which explores the outer reaches of human excellence.
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FEATURED POSTS
The Most Radical Social Psychology Experiment Ever Concocted (And Why It’s Relevant Now)
I got lost down a wormhole last week and landed in the world of Biosphere 2. Have you heard of it? I hadn’t. The Biosphere 2 was a series of honeycomb glass domes and interconnected space-like structures spanning more than three acres in the foothills of the Santa...
Coping During COVID-19: The Family Brain Podcast Episode
I recently joined host Megan Gipson on her podcast, The Family Brain, once again. This time, our conversation centered around coping strategies during the pandemic and beyond. You can listen to the full episode here. I hope it provides some comfort and guidance for...
Motivation, Self Care, and Adult Swaddles: The Not Another Anxiety Show Podcast Episode
I was recently asked to join Erica, host of the Not Another Anxiety Show podcast, to talk about coping strategies for these unprecedented times, among other things mental health related. During our conversation, we covered a lot of ground, including: Why we need adult...
Managing Your Mental Health in the Midst of a Pandemic: The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Edisode
I recently had the immense pleasure of joining Srini Rao on his podcast, The Unmistakable Creative, once again. In this episode, we talk about how to make sure your voice is heard, the unforgiving and complex nature of family, how to strike a balance...
Welcome Home: A Love Letter to Hawaii
For nearly all of my life, I have been searching for a place to call home. My family fell apart when I was still just a teenager. It was all of a sudden and yet, I know now, it was one painful pin prick at a time. Decades of decay finally snapped. In an instant,...
The Flip Side of Fear: Adaptation and its Discontents
Dr. RBF and I hosted the third in our series of House Calls this week; this time looking at the Flip Side of Fear. In case you missed the first two, you can find them here: The Psychology of Uncertainty Leadership in Times of Crisis We had a great time...
