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Sara Barber, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Sara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Sara. View 14 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

Sara Barber is amazing. She is caring, kind, supportive.

Reviewed September 2021

I feel listened to when I talk to Sara. I'm offered a variety of techniques that might help me with my anxiety, and I feel better after every session.

Reviewed May 2023

More about Sara

  • 3 years' experience
  • Non-binary
  • LCSW

Hello! I am so glad you are here. My name is Sara Barber and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working professionally in mental health for the last 3 years. During that time I have worked with individuals of all ages, from children to adults experiencing everything from anxiety and depression to family dysfunction, developing coping skills and self-care plans, big life transition and adjustments, low self-esteem and confidence, and LGBTQ+ issues.

My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are. Attending therapy for the first time or the millionth time is never easy, I strive to make our time together positive and productive even when discussing and exploring difficult topics. I believe that therapy should be a space where you can feel safe to explore and discuss whatever it is that is creating difficulty in your life as well as a space to celebrate your accomplishments and achievements.

We live in a society where seeking therapeutic help is not talked about or encouraged. You have made it to this step and I am proud of you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Family conflicts Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Body image Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Sara Barber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437729738.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW021745 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Sara Barber

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

14 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Amazing Anxiety Caring Excellent Fantastic Helpful Insightful Recommend

Sara Barber is amazing. She is caring, kind, supportive.

Reviewed September 2021

I feel listened to when I talk to Sara. I'm offered a variety of techniques that might help me with my anxiety, and I feel better after every session.

Reviewed May 2023

Sara has been a fantastic therapist for my entire time with Betterhelp. They have helped me to recognize the strength within myself to help conquer the challenges life has thrown my way. They are very supportive and understanding. They try their best to understand the struggles I'm going through and help provide perspective to my problems. Sara is an awesome therapist and I would recommend them to anyone.

Reviewed September 2022

Sara has helped me with many life breakthroughs with her weekly sessions. I feel safe talking to Sara, and I'm beginning to feel better about my inner spirit. The person I am day by day is valued no matter how critical I am of myself. Sara is helping me uncover many areas in my life where I struggle and find the underlying reasons I may feel that way. Sara recommends great resources and understanding, which is an excellent method for my trauma, depression, panic attacks, and anxiety.

Reviewed August 2022

Sara is awesome! She’s always there when I need her

Reviewed June 2022

Sara is present, pleasant, takes notes, and has good listening skills.

Reviewed June 2022

My experience with Sara has been utterly fantastic. She is honest, caring and really allows me to open up. I truly look forward to my sessions every single week. She has equipped me with so many techniques that have changed my life (!). She has been on a journey with me, and I can’t recommend her enough. Thank you Sara

Reviewed February 2022

Amazing and great listener

Reviewed February 2022

Sara is absolutely amazing. She gives excellent advice that is not only down to earth but also very rational. She's helped me feel more comfortable with accepting the difficulties of a long term relationship ending. Like myself, she's a millennial, which definitely goes a long way in making me feel safe around someone who understands/shares what being a millennial is like, especially in our always online internet age.

Reviewed January 2022

I look forward to my sessions with Sara. I knew from my first session that she would be a great help to my mental health. She is very laid back, easy to talk to and makes wonderful suggestions that have helped me tremendously.

Reviewed January 2022

Speaking with Sara is like talking with a friend. We were very well matched. She is kind, insightful, and has helped me great. I truly enjoy our sessions.

Reviewed November 2021

Sara it's an amazing professional. I feel really confident in sharing my toughts, my worries and anxious. Is being wonderful talking to someone that is really present, trully listening and and that guides you in how to achieve your therapy goals.

Reviewed September 2021

Sara is an extremely helpful therapist who helped me focus on my goals related to mental health and gave me such great insight into ways emotions can be dealt with. She helped me understand my feelings in a different way. Especially with family, low self-esteem, trauma, and LGBTQ+ related problems. It’s worth it with her!

Reviewed August 2021

INCREDIBLY helpful, friendly, personable. She asked insightful questions, listened intently, and drew conclusions that greatly aided my mental health. Met my needs as LGBT+ and queer. Finally I had a positive experience with a therapist! I am looking forward to working with her again.

Reviewed July 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sara Barber offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sara Barber works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Sara Barber speak?

Sara Barber speaks English.

How many years of experience does Sara Barber have?

Sara Barber has 3 years of experience.

Where is Sara Barber licensed to practice?

Sara Barber is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Sara Barber accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Sara Barber does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Sara Barber offer?

Sara Barber offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Sara Barber?

Sara Barber can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Sara Barber?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.