- Solution focused
- Motivational interviewing
- Geriatric experience
About Sara
Sara Saiger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on practical, person-centered care. She draws on 15 years of experience supporting adults through mental health and substance use concerns. Her style is empathic and direct, and she aims to build trust quickly so work can begin right away.
She uses solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing to help people set clear short-term goals. Those approaches are teamed with a person-centered attitude that treats each situation as unique. This means sessions focus on what will make a real difference for the individual in front of her.
Sara has spent years in crisis and psychiatric settings, including work as a Behavioral Health Therapist and as a Clinical Care Coordinator in an inpatient substance program. For the past five years she has served as Clinical Supervisor at a crisis center. That mix of front-line and supervisory roles informs how she supports people under stress and during big life transitions.
Her clinical interests include addictions, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, grief, parenting strain, and problems with self-esteem and anger. She also helps with relationship and communication difficulties, codependency concerns, and aging or geriatric issues.
Sara earned a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services from the University at Buffalo and a Master of Social Work from the University of South Florida in 2005. She works from Georgia and conducts sessions in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.
Approaches that guide online care and practical support
Many of Sara's methods are straightforward and goal oriented. Person-centered work focuses on the individual's strengths and what matters most to them, guiding the conversation by the client's priorities. Solution-focused techniques help identify small, concrete steps to move forward and are useful for specific problems or when quick progress is needed.Motivational interviewing is another core approach she uses; it helps people clarify their reasons for change and find internal motivation to try something different. This can be especially helpful for addictions, ambivalence about treatment, or when deciding on a new direction in life. Together these approaches give both short-term actions and a grounding in the client's values.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to test what fits best, adjust methods over time, and keep goals practical and measurable. Clients are invited to share preferences and feedback so the plan stays useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow consistent check-ins during transitions or crisis. It also supports shorter weekly touchpoints or longer work-focused sessions depending on what the client needs.
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Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Areas of focus include addictions, depression and bipolar mood disorders, grief, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, career issues, and relationship difficulties including codependency concerns.
How would you describe the therapeutic style and approach?
The approach is person-centered and pragmatic, using solution-focused techniques and motivational interviewing to set achievable goals and build momentum.
What kind of clinical background does she have?
She brings 15 years of experience in behavioral health, including work in psychiatric settings, an inpatient substance program, and five years as a clinical supervisor at a crisis center.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is based in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted for work together?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
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