Sara Roesler, LCSW, LICSW — Therapist in Maine

Hi there, I'm Sara!

I’m an LCSW, MSW, MPH. After 20+ years in New England, I moved to NC ten years ago. I provide a caring, supportive space for adults navigating new or ongoing challenges with bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, or stress, helping you feel grounded with gentle guidance and practical tools.

My focus

I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained, especially those navigating bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, and work-related stress. Many of my clients appear high-functioning on the outside while struggling internally with emotional ups and downs, racing thoughts, or relationship patterns they want to change.

My approach

Therapy with me is a team effort, guided entirely by your needs. I blend approaches like Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Mindfulness with gentle, practical tools like breathwork and journaling. Together, we’ll explore patterns that no longer serve you and create sustainable skills to help you feel more balanced and in control of your life.

My communication style

I connect with kindness, curiosity, and care. My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, understood, and never judged. Together, we’ll move at your pace, exploring what matters to you and gently building insight, balance, and lasting positive change.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a social worker and therapist because I care deeply about helping people grow, feel empowered, and navigate life’s challenges. My passion comes from witnessing how anxiety, stress, and mood struggles can touch every part of someone’s life. I believe everyone deserves a compassionate space where they can truly be seen and understood.

My goals for you

Reaching your goals begins with understanding what truly matters to you. Together, we’ll gently break big goals into manageable steps, explore your emotions with curiosity and care, and discover new ways to cope—all within a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to do it alone.

Our first session

In your first session, my goal is for you to feel truly seen, heard, and supported. We’ll take things at your pace, gently exploring what’s on your mind. I’ll also share simple tools—like journaling, breathwork, or coping strategies—to help you feel a little more grounded and supported right from the start.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Agnostic, Atheist, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Non-denominational, Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Behavioral Activation

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Psychodynamic

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Cigna
Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Public Health (MPH) from Boston University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Kansas.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Sara Roesler