Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus, LPC, LMHC

Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 26 years of professional experience guiding people through meaningful change. She approaches counseling as a partnership, helping individuals identify and move past fears, doubts, and frustrating patterns that limit their progress while honoring each person without judgment.

Her work centers on personal transformation through self-reflection and deliberate growth. She offers a supportive environment where clients can examine limiting beliefs, recognize patterns that no longer serve them, and develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles. Common areas of focus include anxiety and fear, forgiveness, repairing or letting go of relationships, conflict resolution, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and career-related difficulties.

Dr. Lewis-Stankus emphasizes courage and commitment as clients take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life. She supports and empowers people throughout that process, helping them set goals and cultivate the skills needed to create the life they truly desire.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and creating a collaborative relationship so clients can explore their values and goals; it is useful for building self-esteem and strengthening motivation. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety and stress, making it a common choice for mood and coping concerns.

She may also draw on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques when clients need strategies for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Together with the client, Dr. Lewis-Stankus works to determine which approaches best match the person’s needs, goals, and preferences, treating the selection of methods as a collaborative part of therapy.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and lifestyles. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to meet clients where they are, making regular care easier to fit into work, family, and travel routines while supporting ongoing progress.