Sarah Vollentine, LCSW

If someone finds themselves seeking help outside of themselves, Sarah Vollentine honors that step as part of being human and offers a welcoming space to begin. She listens for the details of each person’s story and meets uncertainty with curiosity and compassion. Many people come to her feeling stuck, unsure of what to do next, or lacking hope for the future, and she works to restore a sense of possibility while also teaching ways to practice acceptance in the present.

Sarah has experience supporting parents and caregivers as they navigate the intense challenges of a child’s medical diagnosis, and she has helped young adults manage the overwhelm that often comes with major life transitions. She creates a warm yet appropriately challenging environment where growth can happen at a sustainable pace. As a clinician with an LCSW credential—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker—she blends professional training with a practical, empathetic approach. Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Sarah acknowledges that step while encouraging those who are ready to share their story and explore change.

Approaches and Online Care with a Licensed Therapist

Sarah uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce stress and anxiety and to improve coping with life changes. Motivational Interviewing is another approach she employs - it helps people explore their own motivations for change and build confidence to take practical steps toward their goals. Solution-Focused Therapy rounds out her toolkit by helping clients identify strengths and small, achievable steps that move them toward preferred outcomes rather than focusing solely on problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Sarah collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time so therapy stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Sarah offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals from different settings and schedules. These options make consistent care easier to maintain and can help people integrate therapy into busy lives while working toward meaningful change.