Sarah (she/her) Smith, LCSW

Sarah Smith, Connecticut LCSW focused on healing

Therapeutic relationship first
Trauma and stress support
English and Haitian Creole

About Sarah (she/her) Smith

Sarah Smith is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut with 14 years of professional experience. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence, career difficulties, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, depression, parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Sarah also focuses on attachment and abandonment issues, caregiving stress, communication and control problems, and other life transitions.

Sarah approaches therapy from a relationship-centered perspective, holding the view that each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be mobilized to overcome challenges. She prioritizes building rapport through time and trust, and she often uses humor, play, and a careful review of family history to support that process. Her toolbox includes grief-focused interventions, role play, cognitive behavioral techniques, stress and crisis management, communication and social skills building, and trauma-informed care.

She invites clients to incorporate faith, religion, or spirituality into treatment when that aligns with their values. Sarah aims to help people take practical steps toward their goals while honoring personal strengths and lived experience, supporting a steady path forward one day at a time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah (she/her) Smith have?

Sarah Smith has 14 years of professional experience providing mental health support and therapy.

Is Sarah (she/her) Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are FL LCSW SW23601 and CT LCSW 11937.

In which languages does Sarah (she/her) Smith provide therapy?

Sarah provides therapy in English and Haitian Creole.

Where is Sarah (she/her) Smith located?

Sarah is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Sarah (she/her) Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Sarah Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sarah (she/her) Smith work with international clients?

Sarah Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah (she/her) Smith 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Sarah Smith integrates attachment-based therapy, client-centered therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy into her online work. Attachment-based therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps people understand connection, attachment wounds, and how those patterns influence current relationships. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports personal strengths and goals, which can be useful for building confidence and navigating life changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sarah will work with each person to explore which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time so treatment feels useful and realistic.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. This variety allows people to access care from home, balance therapy with work and family responsibilities, and choose the format that best supports their progress.

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