Irena Sarovic is one of the most gifted and insightful counselors I have met. I have been in and out of counseling for years with no appreciable results. I first came to her office for grief counseling following a very difficult and painful mid-life divorce. It had been more than seven years; I was still grieving and could not seem to move forward. In addition, I was very ill and experiencing significant workplace difficulties. Unlike any of the previous counselors, Irena helped me recognize the connection between earlier life events, my prolonged grief and even the difficulties experienced in the workplace. She gave me tools for dealing with those sometimes debilitating issues. As a result, I have moved forward with greater confidence to experIience a life that is fuller, healthier and more anchored in a present appreciation than past hurt and disappointment or future anxiety. I have also learned not to shrink or puff up but to stand my ground. When we first met she said, "some clients choose to endure in known circumstances rather than face unknown change. However, other clients choose to engage in the difficult and painful work of change and through it change their circumstances". I am so glad I chose change and had Irena to guide me through it. It is the best and most lasting "makeover" a person can experience. I can never fully express my appreciation to her.

C.T.  Verified patient, 4/21/14