- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Sarah
Sarah Goyer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with ten years of clinical experience. She practices in Connecticut and works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, anger, relationship struggles, parenting strain, grief, and career issues.
Sarah uses straightforward, practical work in sessions. She listens to how problems show up in daily life and helps people name patterns that make anger, frustration, or resentment worse. Conversations focus on clear, achievable goals and on building skills that can be used between sessions.
Her methods include client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, mindfulness work, and motivational interviewing. That mix is used to reduce impulsive reactions, improve communication, and manage strong emotions. She also draws on trauma-focused ideas when past hurts are part of current problems.
Sarah emphasizes education about how stressful events and difficult relationships shape self-image and behavior. She helps people challenge unhelpful thoughts, notice triggers, and practice concrete tools for handling outbursts or simmering resentment. Sessions can include role practice, breathing and grounding exercises, and short behavior changes to try during the week.
She aims to work collaboratively to set realistic steps toward better emotional control and steadier routines. People who want clear strategies and practical homework often find this approach useful. The first meeting focuses on understanding what matters most now and planning the next steps together.
How her approaches translate to online care
Sarah commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in straightforward ways. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that fuel anger, and it includes simple homework to test new ways of responding. DBT provides concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, such as distress tolerance and emotion regulation techniques.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match methods to their goals, needs, and personal preferences. That may mean starting with CBT for thought patterns, adding DBT skills for impulse control, or mixing in mindfulness practice to reduce reactivity.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that practicing skills between sessions while keeping therapy accessible helps them apply new strategies in real life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York, Connecticut
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger and related concerns does she help with?
She works with anger tied to stress, relationship conflict, resentment, and impulsive reactions. Other related concerns include anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, and parenting strain.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, using clear skills and short exercises. Sessions emphasize identifying triggers, changing unhelpful thoughts, and practicing new responses.
What is her experience working with these issues?
She has ten years of experience in outpatient clinical settings working with children, adolescents, and adults. That background informs how she approaches emotion regulation and recovery from trauma.
What credentials and location does she hold?
She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Connecticut. Her qualifications are listed as NY LMHC and CT LPC.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Ask about video or phone options when you schedule.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check pricing details during scheduling for the exact rate that applies to you.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The initial visit focuses on goals and a plan for next steps.