Sarah Henson, MD, LCSW-C

Sarah Henson is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with five years of clinical practice and more than ten years of paraprofessional support experience in grief, caregiving, and end-of-life care. Holding credentials of MD and LCSW-C, she brings medical training and a licensed clinical social work background to her work - MD indicates a medical degree and LCSW-C denotes a licensed clinical social worker. Her practice centers on helping people navigate grief and loss and adjust to major life changes such as caring for a loved one at the end of life.

She recognizes that grief and anticipatory grief are highly individual and shaped by the nature of each relationship. Guided expression of thoughts and emotions during bereavement can support healthier adjustment, often reducing the intensity of emotional distress and sometimes helping to prevent prolonged grief. Sarah uses a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to each person’s unique circumstances and needs.

Sarah emphasizes empowerment and practical support as clients take steps toward a more fulfilling life. Her availability on this service is limited to residents of Maryland, and she typically offers weekly video sessions along with weekly follow-up messaging. She clarifies at the start of a therapeutic relationship what a person expects from support and whether they are able to engage with outside supports if recommended. For urgent emotional needs she advises seeking immediate assistance from a local mental health crisis response provider.

Acceptance-Based and Grief-Focused Support Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn practical ways to live by those values even when painful thoughts and feelings are present. In ACT a person practices accepting difficult emotions while taking committed actions that align with their priorities - this approach can be useful for grief, control issues, and finding renewed life purpose.

Alongside ACT, Sarah emphasizes grief-focused support tailored to caregiving and end-of-life concerns. This kind of work involves processing anticipatory grief, exploring the meaning of relationships, and building coping strategies that fit the realities of caregiving and loss. It aims to help people adjust to change and identify steps toward emotional and practical stability.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sarah works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as those needs evolve. Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging adds flexibility - these formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care from home, and access support when in-person visits are not possible. Licensed professionals can adapt these online methods to provide meaningful, accessible care.