Sara Shuck
Sara Shuck
Texas-Based LPC & LCDC | 11 Years of Experience | Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC) | Trauma-Informed Telehealth for Adults As a CFRC and veteran spouse, I support first responders, veterans, healthcare professionals, and their families. Rooted in trauma-informed care, I also counsel the general population facing various life stressors. Locally, I serve on the Medical Reserve Corps, providing rapid response during emergencies, crises, and disasters.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
From our first interaction—whether it’s a message, phone call, or session—my goal is to create a welcoming, supportive space.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach to therapy is strengths-based and action-oriented, tapping into your personal resilience while adding practical tools to help you reach your goals. I'd be honored to walk with you on your counseling journey. Self-book or reach out today with any questions.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am a Strong Star Network Therapist, specializing in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD. I am trained in Critical Incident Stress Management, a structured approach designed to help individuals and groups navigate the psychological impact of traumatic events. In addition, I work closely with spouses and caregivers of active military, veterans, and first responders, offering guidance in stress management, relationship and parenting dynamics, burnout prevention, and strategies for sustaining personal well-being while managing multiple roles.
About Sara Shuck
Sara Shuck offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Texas.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
How we view and handle our experiences impacts our overall well-being. Many times, clients are seeking counseling after distressing incidents or when their usual coping skills or supports are no longer enough. CBT provides strategies for your thinking patterns, actions, and coping skills to equip you with the tools needed for daily life, your roles / responsibilities, and challenges that come up.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Cognitive Processing Therapist for post-traumatic stress helps you navigate normal reactions to abnormal (traumatic) events. CPT provides a framework for processing the trauma and examining the impact, as well as addressing areas where you feel 'stuck' or coping strategies that are no longer working. It is very common to turn to 'escape' behaviors, like alcohol or substance use, following traumatic events, and therapy also focuses on developing healthy patterns for resilience and overall well-being.