ABOUT CANTO INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRY, PLLC
Hi, I’m Sarah
I’m a doctorally-trained psychiatric physician assistant. I help teens and adults with mental health struggles rediscover inner peace through comprehensive, humanistic psychiatric care. My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with cutting-edge ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and thoughtful medication management, addressing “you” (as the whole person) rather than just “you” (the symptoms). Whether you're navigating workplace stress, academic pressures, perfectionism, or simply trying to balance achievement with wellbeing, I provide personalized treatment that honors your unique journey and goals.
ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A CHANGE?
I’M PASSIONATE ABOUT helping others regain mental wellness and find peace & meaning in life SO THEY CAN MAKE A BIGGER IMPACT in their work, home & communities.
Meet your Provider
BUSINESS ASIDE
My journey to mental health care has been wonderfully unexpected—from growing up on a dairy farm in rural Iowa to working as a speech pathologist, then returning to school to become a PA and working in emergency, oncology, and academic medicine. Psychiatry and psychedelic medicine is my true passion and calling. I am proud to serve as Department Editor in Psychiatry for the Journal of the American Association of Physician Associates (JAAPA) and as treasurer for APAP, the national association for PAs in psychiatry.
My own experiences with depression, anxiety, trauma, and disordered eating have been some of my greatest teachers, showing me firsthand the courage it takes to seek help and the hope that is found in healing.
Outside the office, I find contentment in life's simple rhythms: tending to my resilient cacti, baking, crafting homemade cheese, writing poetry, playing and hanging out with my family, and taking long, purposeless walks in the woods.
These practices keep me grounded and remind me that healing often happens in the spaces between—in presence, patience, and connection to what matters most.
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OUR CORE VALUES:
Authenticity
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Love
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Collaboration
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OUR CORE VALUES: Authenticity ☼ Love ☼ Collaboration ☼
When you work with me, you get direct access—my actual phone number and prompt email responses—plus someone who's genuinely passionate about psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. I bring gentle humor with a sarcastic edge to keep things real, and I'm never afraid to say 'I don't know' or refer you to someone better suited for your specific needs.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What working together will look and feel like
I'm continuously expanding my expertise in this rapidly evolving field and maintain working relationships with the area's top therapists and psychiatrists. If I send you to someone locally, it's because I'd trust them with my own family. No pretense, just honest care backed by real expertise.
WHY CANTO?
There’s a lot of amazing psychiatry practices out there. Why choose us?
Because healing doesn't have to feel overwhelming or scary.
At Canto, we believe you deserve mental health care that feels safe, accessible, and genuinely supportive. When you choose us, you're choosing a practice built on honesty, cutting-edge expertise, and the kind of authentic connection that makes real healing possible.
You'll find hope here. We combine innovative treatments like ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with the warmth and accessibility you've been looking for. You'll have direct access to providers who respond quickly, stay current with the latest evidence-based approaches, and treat you like the whole person you are—not just a set of symptoms.
We meet you exactly where you are. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something different, we create a calm space where you can breathe, explore, and grow at your own pace. Our team surrounds you with the area's most trusted professionals, ensuring you always receive the highest quality care.
Change happens gently here. You don't need to have everything figured out or be "ready" in any particular way. Together, we'll take small, meaningful steps toward the life that feels right for you—one that honors who you are now and who you're becoming.
Your healing journey deserves this kind of care: expert, accessible, and deeply human.
