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Sarah Sutton

Sarah Sutton

LISW, LCSW

Therapist · Ohio · 3+ years of experience

Calm guidance for stress and anger

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  • Client-centered approach
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Focus on practical steps

About Sarah

Sarah Sutton is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on helping people through stressful and painful times. She uses a straightforward, caring approach to address issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship strain, and coping with life changes. She is based in Ohio and works in English.

Sarah blends practical strategies with attentive listening. She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to make sure sessions follow each person's pace and priorities.

Her work aims to be collaborative. Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps that fit a person's daily life. For people facing addiction concerns, compassion fatigue, or intimacy-related issues, Sarah helps identify small changes that can reduce stress and improve relationships.

Sarah holds the credentials LISW and LCSW and has three years of documented experience in this field. She uses mindfulness tools to help with sleep and emotional regulation, and Motivational Interviewing to support shifts in behavior when someone is ready to change.

People who want to begin typically complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. The subscription for sessions can be canceled at any time, and costs vary with location and therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Ohio, Florida

Languages

English

How these approaches guide online work

Sarah frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns of thinking that feed anxiety, anger, or low mood, and then try different behaviors to test new outcomes. CBT is practical and goal-focused, often involving small experiments between sessions.

She also applies Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions follow the person's lead and priorities. That approach emphasizes listening, empathy, and choosing pacing that feels manageable. Emotionally-Focused Therapy ideas may appear when relationship patterns and emotional bonds are a focus, helping people name and shift interaction cycles.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. That decision is revisited as progress unfolds so the plan stays relevant.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by removing commute time or allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current session options before booking to know what is offered. Many people find that focused techniques like CBT homework and mindfulness practices translate well to remote sessions and can be used between meetings to support steady progress.

At a glance

Listed location
Ohio
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
LISW, LCSW
Languages
English
License (Ohio)
LISW · No. I.2102979-SUPV
License (Florida)
LCSW · No. SW24463
NPI
1316560170

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can Sarah help with?

Sarah works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, relationship concerns, addictions, trauma, sleeping problems, and self-esteem.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and compassionate, combining Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing to focus on practical change.

What is her background and experience?

She holds LISW and LCSW credentials and has three years of documented experience working in this field.

Where is she located and licensed?

She practices in Ohio and holds the credentials OH LISW and FL LCSW as listed.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and billing handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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