- Social anxiety support
- CBT and DBT methods
- Communication skills
About Sarah
Sarah Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with five years of experience. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, and social anxiety and phobia. She also helps those dealing with life transitions, workplace strain, and self-esteem concerns.
Her sessions are collaborative and client-centered. She listens to what matters to each person and focuses on practical steps that can ease daily strain. Sessions often involve talking through patterns, trying small behavior changes, and practicing new ways of coping.
Sarah uses several evidence-based approaches to guide sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot and adjust unhelpful thoughts and routines. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are offered for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when feelings feel overwhelming.
She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Motivational Interviewing to help clarify values, improve communication, and strengthen motivation for change. These approaches are mixed to fit the goals a person brings to sessions.
People who come to Sarah often want straightforward tools they can use between meetings. She focuses on building small, doable practices and checking in about what helps and what does not. Her work aims to make stressful situations more manageable so people can take clearer next steps.
How her approaches translate to online work
Sarah commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in session. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so a person can name what matters most. CBT helps people notice and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, which can reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning.She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when emotional regulation or distress tolerance is needed. DBT offers concrete techniques for handling intense feelings and reducing impulsive responses, useful for panic, anger, and strong stress reactions.
Finding the right combination of these approaches is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, checking in and adjusting as needed rather than fixing a single path from the start.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with her about scheduling and format so sessions fit into everyday life and feel manageable.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with anxiety, depression, stress, social anxiety and phobia, self-esteem, anger, and life changes, plus related issues like workplace stress and isolation.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on practical steps and skills to manage day-to-day problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience working as a licensed social worker in New York.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentialed in New York and practices from New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How do sessions work and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.