Sarah Aleem, LCSW | Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Columbia, MD

Sarah Aleem, LCSW, is a licensed clinical therapist serving individuals and families at Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland. She earned her doctoral degree in Organizational Behavior from the University of Delhi and a Master of Social Work from the Catholic University of America.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Aleem has worked extensively in clinical care, mental health leadership, and community program development. She has served in roles spanning policy development, mental health administration, juvenile justice, school-based services, and public health. Her background includes working with government agencies in Washington, D.C., and serving on the Mental Health Advisory Council in Baltimore County.

Dr. Aleem specializes in multicultural counseling, trauma-informed care, and psychotherapy with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She is also a certified trainer in multiple evidence-based trauma treatment models, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Alternatives for Families CBT (AF-CBT), SPARCS, MRT, and Substance Use Disorder assessment and treatment.

Dr. Aleem’s approach is collaborative, respectful, and centered on each person’s strengths, culture, and lived experience. She is dedicated to helping individuals heal, build resilience, and move forward with confidence and clarity.