- CBT
- Client-centered
- Motivational interviewing
About Sarah
Sarah Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Mississippi with six years of clinical experience. She sees adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and life transitions. She also supports people facing trauma and issues related to adoption, caregiving, body image, and career stress.
Her style is relaxed and down-to-earth. Sessions are conversational and practical. She listens first, then helps people identify small changes they can try between meetings. The goal is clearer thinking and better coping, not quick fixes.
Sarah uses several evidence-informed approaches depending on what an individual needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Client-centered work focuses on understanding the person’s priorities. Motivational Interviewing can help when someone feels stuck and unsure about next steps.
In sessions she talks through options and helps set short, achievable goals. She draws from solution-focused techniques to build on what already works. Trauma-focused methods are used when past events interfere with daily life.
She works with a wide range of concerns including relationship communication, codependency, divorce and separation, domestic violence, caregiver stress, and issues faced by people in blended families. Sessions are intended to be straightforward and useful for everyday problems.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and follow the site steps to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first meeting.
How Sarah’s approaches translate to remote sessions
Sarah blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in straightforward ways. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which can be carried out as homework between sessions. Client-centered work prioritizes the person’s concerns and goals, using the therapist’s listening to shape what comes next.Motivational Interviewing is also used when someone feels stuck. That approach helps people clarify their own reasons for change and pick small, realistic steps. Together these methods aim to make progress concrete and manageable, especially for anger, stress, and relationship problems.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sarah will discuss goals, try an approach, and adjust it based on what helps. The plan can shift as needs and priorities become clearer.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day - shorter check-ins, fewer commute requirements, or timing sessions around work breaks are common practical benefits. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to focus on coping skills, communication practice, and behavior-change plans that fit everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she address?
She works with adults who struggle with losing their temper, building resentment, frustration at work, and living with someone else’s anger.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses a relaxed, conversational style that combines Client-Centered Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing and solution-focused techniques.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Mississippi.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an MS and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to book a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.