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Sarah Steingiser, LCSW

LCSW supporting trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and abuse support
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Family and parenting

About Sarah Steingiser

Sarah Steingiser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with six years of clinical experience supporting people facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, career stressors, OCD, ODD, and ADHD, as well as individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. She has provided care across diverse settings including outpatient services, child welfare, an addiction treatment facility, nursing homes, and extended day treatment programs for children, working with clients ranging in age from 3 to 101.

Her counseling style is warm and interactive, rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and intentionally avoids stigmatizing labels. Her approach blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, trauma-focused work, and elements of humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives. She also incorporates complementary practices such as Reiki and Emotional Freedom Tapping when appropriate to a personâs plan of care.

Sarah tailors conversation and treatment plans to each personâs specific needs, addressing concerns like stress, anger, self-esteem, family and relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related difficulties, eating and body image concerns, parenting challenges, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and attachment or blended-family dynamics. She recognizes the courage involved in seeking change and aims to empower people as they take steps toward greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah Steingiser have?

Sarah Steingiser has six years of professional experience.

Is Sarah Steingiser a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Connecticut license is listed as CT LCSW 011220.

In which languages does Sarah Steingiser provide therapy?

Sarah provides therapy in English.

Where is Sarah Steingiser located?

Sarah is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Sarah Steingiser as my therapist?

Clients can work with Sarah Steingiser through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sarah Steingiser work with international clients?

Sarah Steingiser does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah Steingiser cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a clientâs location and the therapistâs availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, prospective clients are directed to click the "Start Therapy" button on this page to view up-to-date pricing and options.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Prospective clients begin by clicking the "Start Therapy" button and completing a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many people.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients may connect with therapists in the format that best suits their needs and schedules - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to integrate care into daily life.

Licensed professionals deliver care in these formats, and clients have the option to request a different therapist at any time if they want a different fit. For individuals weighing whether online therapy is appropriate, considering access, convenience, and the nature of their concerns can help determine if remote sessions are a suitable option.

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