Licensed to practice in Arizona and accepts 34 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.

Sarah Anderson

(she/her)

LCSW, 15 years of experience

Clients say this provider is

Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
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About me

I am a licensed clinical social worker, independently licensed in Arizona with over 15 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including various types of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, drug and alcohol struggles, relationship issues, life adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced thoughts of suicide and hopelessness. I believe that feeling safe, supported, and non-judged are essential in building a successful working relationship, and treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion. You are not a label. We will work together to develop a treatment plan that meets your specific goals and needs. My therapeutic style combines culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approaches using cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, attachment-focused, psychodynamic, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our initial session, we will embark on a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, aiming to understand the full spectrum of your medical and mental health history, relationship dynamics, current challenges, and specific needs and goals. This thorough evaluation is crucial in forming a holistic view of your well-being, which will guide us in creating a tailored treatment plan.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I believe my compassion and empathy to build a safe and inclusive space to support each individual I work with helps people feel seen, heard, and valued. This coupled with my 20 years of experience in behavioral health care, expertise in trauma and relationship work, and ability to reduce the anxiety surrounding the therapy experience allows each person to grow and process at their own pace of recovery, while learning strategies and actionable steps to measure their progress makes me an effective provider.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I am best positioned to serve women, men, and teenagers seeking support for anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and posttraumatic stress disorder. Many of my clients are navigating complex emotions, persistent stress, or overwhelming thoughts that impact their daily lives. They may feel uncertain about the future, struggle with self-doubt, or experience difficulty managing relationships and responsibilities. My clients often approach therapy with a mindset of wanting to understand themselves better, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of control. They are motivated and open to engaging in the therapeutic process, valuing actionable steps and practical guidance to make positive changes. My approach is particularly well-suited for individuals with ADHD aiming to strengthen executive functioning, as well as women aged 18 and older moving through various life stages and transitions such as young adulthood, parenting, divorce, and menopause. Therapy goals typically include reducing symptoms, building resilience, improving emotional regulation, processing and resolving the impact of trauma, and fostering personal growth.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

ADHD

Addiction

Child or Adolescent

Military/Veterans

Self Esteem

Identifies as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Attachment-based

I use Attachment therapy to focus on helping individuals form secure and healthy emotional bonds in their current relationships by addressing disruptions from early attachment relationships. Through various techniques, I aim to foster trust, safety, and connection, which are essential for emotional well-being and effective interpersonal relationships.

EMDR

Using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy technique that guides clients to recall distressing experiences while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation, typically through guided eye movements. This process helps reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories by allowing the brain to reprocess the experiences in a less distressing way.

, 61 ratings

11 ratings with written reviews

August 26, 2026

Sarah is utterly wonderful at her practice and never fails to make me feel heard, understood, and a little more comfortable with my thoughts and feelings by the time I leave a session.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 22 with Sarah

August 20, 2026

Sarah has been helping me with transition and always has some really great nuggets of wisdom as well as some things I can do right now. She is funny and has a great sense of humor. I am thankful that I found her

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 3 with Sarah

June 19, 2026

Had my first appointment with Sarah, immediately felt super comfortable talking to her. Almost felt like I was venting to a friend. Definitely recommend her to anyone and everyone.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Sarah