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Sarah (she/her) Smith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Sarah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English and Haitian Creole
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

More about Sarah

  • 14 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in Connecticut with about 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to begin or continue therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Thank you for inviting me on your journey to feeling better and pursuing life one day at a time. My primary approach to therapy is placing emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. Building rapport through time and trust will determine how effective treatment will be. I like to explore treatment with humor, play, and a thorough family history to assist clients on their journey to reaching their goals. Treatment strategies include grief therapy, role play, cognitive behavioral therapy, stress and crisis management, communication and social skills building, and trauma informed care. I also encourage and welcome clients to incorporate their faith, religion or spirituality into treatment as you see fit.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Grief Parenting issues Career difficulties Depression Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues First Responder Issues Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Immigration Issues Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Multicultural Concerns Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Sarah (she/her) Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831825033.

  • LCSW · Connecticut · 11937 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sarah (she/her) Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sarah (she/her) Smith works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Sarah (she/her) Smith speak?

Sarah (she/her) Smith speaks English and Haitian Creole.

How many years of experience does Sarah (she/her) Smith have?

Sarah (she/her) Smith has 14 years of experience.

Where is Sarah (she/her) Smith licensed to practice?

Sarah (she/her) Smith is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Sarah (she/her) Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Sarah (she/her) Smith does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Sarah (she/her) Smith offer?

Sarah (she/her) Smith offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Sarah (she/her) Smith?

Sarah (she/her) Smith can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Sarah (she/her) Smith?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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