About Ms. Bauer

Sarah Bauer is a distinguished practitioner specializing in rehabilitation counseling, vocational evaluation, and mental health counseling. Since 2014, she has dedicated her professional endeavors to serving and supporting individuals with mental and physical disabilities across diverse settings, including research, veterans services, vocational rehabilitation, and mental health counseling. Ms. Bauer is deeply committed to facilitating individuals with disabilities in achieving their objectives for competitive employment, optimal recovery, and personalized well-being. Furthermore, she provides her expertise to the legal field as an expert witness.

Ms. Bauer holds a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling and a graduate certificate in Clinical Aging Sciences from the University of South Florida (USF). She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a Certified Vocational Evaluator. Additionally, she is a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. Ms. Bauer is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida.

Ms. Bauer possesses extensive experience in conducting comprehensive and individualized vocational evaluations, providing expert-level insight into labor market trends, employability, and rehabilitation potential. She is adept at applying a strengths-based, person-centered framework that integrates psychological, medical, and functional considerations into career guidance. As a mental health counselor specializing in career development, she assists individuals in navigating the emotional and psychological aspects of career exploration and transition. Her approach integrates mental wellness with career counseling to support clients experiencing stress, burnout, identity shifts, and workplace challenges.