Sarah Pair, LICSW — Therapist in Alabama

Hi there, I'm Sarah!

I work with individuals navigating marriage issues, parenting challenges, grief, trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties, everyday stress, and life transitions. I meet you where you are without judgment, validating your emotions while working collaboratively to support growth, healing, and self-understanding.

My focus

I work with individuals navigating marriage issues, parenting challenges, grief, trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties, everyday stress, and life transitions. I meet you where you are without judgment, validating your emotions while working collaboratively to support growth, healing, and self-understanding.

My approach

My approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques. I tailor methods to meet your unique needs and believe in building strong, collaborative relationships, supporting you with empathy, understanding, and practical tools to manage emotions and improve well-being.

My communication style

I believe in the intrinsic value and worth of each person and incorporate self-compassion and care in every session. I am laid-back, honest, and authentic, and I work to meet you where you are. My approach is trauma-informed.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am drawn to therapy by a deep interest in understanding human emotions and the resilience people show in the face of challenges. I value meaningful connections and want to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported.

My goals for you

Therapy is a partnership, and together we will set goals. I aim to create a space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for growth, including breaking negative patterns of thinking, feeling, and communicating to live a more fulfilling life.

Our first session

In the first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming conversation focused on getting to know you and understanding what brought you to therapy. I will ask about current concerns, personal history, and goals, while also explaining the therapeutic process, confidentiality, and what future sessions might look like.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

Gay

Lesbian

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children, Adolescents, and Families from The University of Alabama.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sarah Pair