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Sarah Edinger

Sarah Edinger, LCSW

LCSW - Anxiety and stress focused

Mississippi

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Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Mississippi / C9650; LCSW, Tennessee / 5814
NPI
1417021023
Experience
21 years
Languages
English
Location
Mississippi
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Trauma informed coordination
  • Practical CBT and ACT

About Sarah

Sarah Edinger is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with 21 years of experience. She practices in Mississippi and helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, trauma and other life changes.

She prefers straightforward talk instead of clinical language. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. She does not require a formal diagnosis for someone to get help, and notes that diagnoses are often part of insurance paperwork.

Her approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. That means she works with thoughts and behaviors, clarifies values and goals, and looks for small changes that make daily life easier. She also coordinates with other trauma therapists when deeper trauma processing is needed.

Sarah has worked in schools, community mental health, and private practice. That experience shapes how she supports people across common life settings. She often uses plain language and a relaxed tone during sessions.

People who choose her often want practical ways to manage panic, social anxiety, mood shifts, parenting stress, or issues tied to family of origin. She helps people talk through problems, try new coping strategies, and plan next steps. To start, visitors complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site's booking flow.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, feelings of emptiness, or when life feels off track. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that feed anxiety or low mood. It often includes practical exercises and homework to try between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the client's needs. Adjustments are made as progress, challenges, and personal comfort become clearer.

Confirm the specific session formats before booking because this profile does not list them. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy schedule, make it easier to have shorter check-ins, and reduce travel time. If video is difficult, some therapists and clients prefer phone or other arrangements for quieter or lower-bandwidth sessions; check current options when you sign up. Online work can make it simpler to practice skills in everyday settings and carry strategies into daily life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Listed in

Mississippi, Tennessee

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting challenges, trauma and grief among other concerns.

What is her therapy style like?

Sessions are direct and plainspoken, with an emphasis on clear goals and practical steps rather than clinical jargon.

How much experience does she have?

She has 21 years of experience in schools, community mental health, and private practice.

What credentials and location apply?

She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and practices in Mississippi.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.

How does pricing work?

Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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