Sarah Dubisar, LCSW

Sarah Dubisar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon with 13 years of clinical experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, grief, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, and life transitions. She also supports clients facing trauma, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and concerns related to LGBT identity or veteran and armed forces issues.

Her background includes medical social work, crisis assessment, hospice and end-of-life counseling, emergency department social work, and work with severe mental illness. She has experience testifying in court and supporting people through divorce and bereavement. That breadth gives her practical exposure to high-pressure situations and complicated care needs.

In sessions she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered approaches, and mindfulness-based methods. That mix turns symptoms and patterns into clear skills to practice between meetings. Expect hands-on strategies for managing strong emotions, changing unhelpful thinking, and improving day-to-day routines.

She has also done pain management and hospice social work, so she is familiar with the stresses of chronic illness and aging. People who are caregivers or facing major life changes may find that experience relevant to practical problem solving and coping tools.

Sarah brings two therapy dogs to work with her. They are part of her practice environment and often help clients feel calmer during sessions. To begin, follow the site's matching process to schedule an initial appointment and confirm specific session arrangements.

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