Sara Irwin, LCPC, LPC

Sara Irwin believes there is hope, even when a person’s thoughts insist otherwise. She brings 14 years of clinical experience to her work as a licensed mental health and addiction therapist based in Nebraska. She holds LCPC and LPC licenses - state licenses for professional counselors - and earned a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Creighton University in 2008. In addition, she is trained as a certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

Sara has worked with individuals of all ages in both clinic settings and private practice, addressing concerns such as substance abuse, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, stress management, and problems with impulse control. Her approach centers on being genuine and understanding while actively listening and working collaboratively to solve problems. Her therapeutic foundation draws on cognitive-behavioral methods, humanistic principles, and rational-emotive theory to help people make practical changes in their lives.

She seeks to support clients who want to get unstuck and move toward their goals, whether that means resolving distressing symptoms, improving relationships, or finding healthier ways to cope. When not working, Sara spends time with her two young sons and enjoys running, traveling, reading, learning new things, and being outdoors. She invites people who are ready for change to begin the journey toward a better life with her guidance.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Sara Irwin integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Attachment-Based approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to problems like depression, anxiety, and impulse control. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in intimacy and connection, helping with relationship struggles, attachment issues, and related trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sara works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences and then adjusts techniques so therapy fits each person rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, allow work to continue from home or while traveling, and provide multiple ways to communicate so clients can choose what feels most comfortable for them.