Sarah Ansari, LCSW

Sarah Ansari is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina with seven years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and grief. Sarah watches for strengths people may not notice and focuses on practical steps that improve daily life.

She mixes several approaches rather than using only one method. Sarah commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. She also draws on family systems ideas when it helps the work in session.

Sessions are collaborative. Sarah listens first, then helps people try out tools and new skills. She talks through thought patterns, coping strategies, and lifestyle changes that can make a difference in mood and behavior.

Sarah explains some of the brain science behind why tools work, so people understand what they are practicing. She values feedback during therapy and adjusts approaches based on what is helpful.

People contact her for a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, bipolar and mood concerns, relationship and parenting stress, eating issues, anger, and coping with life changes. She supports those navigating recovery from addictions and people wanting stronger self-esteem and emotion skills.

Her style is straightforward and person-centered. The goal is to find what fits each person and build practical skills that carry over into everyday life.

Approaches you can try in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and finding motivation when emotions feel overwhelming.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thought patterns that keep problems going and practicing different behaviors. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and habits connected to addictions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches specific skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling conflict more effectively. It can help when anger or emotional reactivity gets in the way of daily functioning.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, listen to preferences, and try methods that fit the person's needs. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins on hectic days. It can also let people choose sessions that match their energy level, such as a shorter phone check-in or a longer video session when more in-depth work is planned.