- Solution focused
- Goal oriented
- Practical strategies
About Sarah
Sarah Kubala is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan with ten years of outpatient mental health experience. She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem and coping with life changes, and she lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
She uses a collaborative, solution-focused style. Sessions begin by identifying what matters most to the client and what small, realistic steps feel doable. The approach emphasizes practical strategies alongside talking through feelings, so people leave with clear next steps they can try between sessions.
Over a decade in outpatient settings has given her experience with a wide range of struggles. That includes helping people manage guilt and shame, loneliness, money and financial stress, and symptoms related to post-traumatic stress. She also supports work on self-love and rebuilding confidence after difficult events.
In sessions she helps clients notice strengths they may have overlooked. Conversations aim to clarify priorities, set manageable goals, and test different ways of coping. Progress is reviewed often so plans can be adjusted if something isn’t working.
Clients can expect direct, practical conversations alongside emotional support. The focus is on what the person wants to change and which small steps can move them toward those goals. To begin, she asks prospective clients to use the platform’s matching process to schedule an initial appointment.
How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Sarah works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. One common approach is problem-focused work that breaks challenges into manageable parts and tests small changes to see what helps. This method suits stress, money troubles, and everyday life adjustments by creating concrete tasks to practice between sessions.Another frequently used approach is coping skills training, which teaches specific strategies for managing anxiety and overwhelming feelings. These can include breathing or grounding routines, thought-challenging exercises, and behavioral experiments to reduce avoidance in social situations. That kind of work is useful for social anxiety and phobia because it pairs actions with reflection to build confidence.
Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try techniques, and adjust plans based on what fits the client’s goals and preferences. The client and therapist decide together which tools to keep using.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work, childcare, or other commitments while trying practical strategies with a licensed professional.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a collaborative, solution-focused approach that emphasizes practical steps and ongoing review of what is working.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience working in outpatient mental health settings.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to clients within the applicable region.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.