- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Sara
Sara Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri with 26 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, anger, depression, addictions, and family of origin issues. She also supports people dealing with parenting strains, intimacy concerns, ADHD, and life transitions.
She trained in social work with a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work, then spent years across nonprofits, hospitals, prisons, and schools. That variety shaped how she approaches common problems in everyday life. Sessions focus on clear skills and practical steps rather than jargon.
Sara often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. She also draws on dialectical behavior strategies for managing intense emotions and on acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and purpose. Mindfulness practices are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.
Work in therapy typically mixes talking with short exercises and homework to practice between sessions. Conversations look at patterns that began in the family of origin and how those patterns show up now. The goal is to develop concrete ways to change interactions, set boundaries, and reduce distress.
She has long experience facilitating groups and working with individuals in different settings, which influences a practical, skills-oriented approach. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and follow the site process to schedule a first appointment.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people get clearer about what matters to them and take small steps toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is practical for managing depression, anxiety, and relationship patterns by changing routines and thought habits.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills that help when feelings feel overwhelming. These tools support better communication and reduce impulsive reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That selection can change over time as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use quieter surroundings or turn off video if that helps them focus.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Sara works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, depression, addictions, and family of origin issues among other topics.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, skills-based approaches including cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior methods with mindfulness tools.
How much experience does she have?
She has 26 years of clinical experience working in nonprofits, hospitals, prisons, schools, and private practice settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about format?
Confirm current session options before booking; the site process guides you through selecting a session format and scheduling.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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