DeNome Alliances Counseling Center

I have know Sarah Madras for over 3 years and I fully endorse her as an individual, business leader, and community supporter. Sarah has been an invaluable member of the LaunchHOLLYSPRINGS program, serving as both a Board member and part of our Mentoring Team. In both the interviewing process of possible Launch Cohort members and also in the Mentor recruiting area, Sarah has shown a keen insight into people and the ability to maintain confidential information. I can truly say that Sarah is a highly respected part of the Launch Team. In addition, we are both part of the Chamber of Commerce and we see Sarah’s leadership skills in both program development and as an Ambassador. The later involves working closely with a group of local businesses and finding ways to support them. Lastly, I have been able to watch the continued development of her business – Brave Builders. She has successfully launched new programs with partners outside her normal business sphere. She has led confidential training and coaching sessions with many government and local businesses. In summary, I know Sarah to be of the highest personal standards, including integrity and respect. She makes a difference in people’s lives.

Bob Shimmel
Co-Program Manager - LaunchHOLLYSPRINGS

I have been working with this company since April 2020. Amidst the global pandemic, this was my first time working with a smaller, private company and the constant changes were incredibly overwhelming. I had started a new job, adopted a new platform (in regards to insurance and clinical documentation), and entered the new concept of telehealth. My boss, Sarah, and several members of the team were nothing but welcoming and supportive. When I needed a meeting, it happened. When I needed an answer to an email about something small (but important), I was answered within hours. The communication, teamwork, and transparency of this company really made a positive difference for me. I am proud to be apart of a company and team who thrives on integrity, clinical soundness, and ethical responsibility.

I have been working at DeNome Alliances Counseling Center (DACC) for four years. I was involved in practices in other states before moving to North Carolina. When I interviewed with Sarah DeNome, the owner of the practice, it was immediately obvious to me that she is a caring and compassionate individual, focused on the needs of DACC clients. This observation of mine has been reinforced countless times in the years that I have worked at DACC. I am confident that whether you meet with Sarah or any of the other counselors on the team, you will find an individual who puts the wellbeing and care of their clients first and foremost.

Sarah at DeNome has helped me tremendously. As I have been working through some issues and concerns professionally in my business, she has helped me learn more about trust and process my thoughts personally as well. There is no judgement, she asks hard questions to help you think through your journey. Thank you Sarah for your wisdom and insights you've shared with me! They are invaluable!

Sarah is dedicated to connecting and listening, coupled with studied research and a strategy to succeed with action plans to proceed ahead. She is always transparent, honest, willing to listen, supportive.  Highly recommend to anyone struggling through life’s and career's difficult stages.