Sara Scott, LCSW
Experienced LCSW supporting life transitions
- Adults and couples therapy
- Trauma-informed methods
- Play therapy for children
About Sara Scott
Sara Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri who guides adults, couples, and families through stress, relationship challenges, grief, addiction concerns, and other life transitions. She brings a strengths-focused, empowering approach that emphasizes helping people move toward the lives they want and reach their potential. Sara follows a practical, compassionate style and creates individualized treatment plans informed by evidence-based methods.
Sara earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Columbia College in 1998 and a Master of Social Work from Saint Louis University in 2001. She has worked across a range of settings, including nonprofit agencies, hospitals, correctional facilities, and schools, and has experience counseling couples, adults, children, and facilitating therapy groups. Her training includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), play therapy, and trauma-focused interventions.
Sara aims to provide an authentic and supportive clinical environment where clients can explore goals, build skills, and practice new ways of coping. She encourages the first step toward change and offers collaborative guidance tailored to each person's needs. Prospective clients are invited to reach out to learn how she may assist with their particular challenges and goals.
Sara earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Columbia College in 1998 and a Master of Social Work from Saint Louis University in 2001. She has worked across a range of settings, including nonprofit agencies, hospitals, correctional facilities, and schools, and has experience counseling couples, adults, children, and facilitating therapy groups. Her training includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), play therapy, and trauma-focused interventions.
Sara aims to provide an authentic and supportive clinical environment where clients can explore goals, build skills, and practice new ways of coping. She encourages the first step toward change and offers collaborative guidance tailored to each person's needs. Prospective clients are invited to reach out to learn how she may assist with their particular challenges and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sara Scott have?
Sara Scott has 26 years of experience.
Is Sara Scott a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are MO LCSW 2010007959.
In which languages does Sara Scott provide therapy?
Sara Scott provides therapy in English.
Where is Sara Scott located?
Sara Scott is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Sara Scott as my therapist?
You can work with Sara Scott through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sara Scott work with international clients?
Sara Scott does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sara Scott cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed steps toward what matters most, while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than letting them dictate behavior. ACT is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It offers practical skills for managing depression, anxiety, and relationship or parenting challenges by teaching problem-solving, emotion regulation, and behavior change techniques.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is particularly helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and developing more effective coping strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sara will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration may blend elements from different approaches to create a tailored plan.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit busy schedules and differing comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and integrate therapy into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to personalized treatment.