Sarah Worthy, LCSW

My Treatment Philosophy: I believe in meeting clients where they are—without judgment or rigid expectations. Each person’s healing journey is unique, shaped by their own experiences, and my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where they feel heard, understood, and free to explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. Building trust is essential to this process, and I respect each client’s readiness to share, always honoring their boundaries and comfort levels.

Therapy is a collaborative process. My clients are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to offer insights, education, and tools that support their growth. I strive to create an environment where clients feel empowered to set meaningful goals and work toward becoming the best versions of themselves. Rather than focusing on deficits, I emphasize strengths to help clients recognize their resilience, build on their capabilities, and create meaningful change in their lives.

Who I Work With: I work with teenagers, women, men, and non-binary individuals facing a range of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, anger management, relationship issues, life transitions, and daily stressors.

What Therapy Looks Like in My Office: I offer in-person sessions at the Richmond,VA office with telehealth options available for people residing in VA. I strive to cultivate an atmosphere of warmth, acceptance, and compassion, ensuring each person feels seen, valued, and respected.

Why I Became a Counselor: I became a counselor because of my deep passion for helping others and fostering meaningful connections. My past experience in the crisis intervention field reinforced this calling because while I enjoyed providing short-term support, I realized my true fulfillment came from building deeper relationships and guiding clients on their paths to healing.

My Treatment Theories and Integrative Approaches: I recognize that each individual has their own set of needs and tailor my therapeutic interventions accordingly. Rooted in trauma-informed care, I integrate a person-centered, strengths-based framework to foster empowerment, resilience, and self-efficacy. Other treatment theories that guide my practice include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solutions-based therapy.

My Certifications and Trainings: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certificate in Gender Violence Intervention

My Life Outside of Work:

1. Personal Life: In my personal life I enjoy traveling, hiking, trying new restaurants, taking my dog on walks, and spending quality time with my loved ones.
2. Favorite Movie: My favorite movie is probably Mamma Mia! not necessarily because it’s a cinematic masterpiece, but more so because it always puts me in a good mood!
3. If I weren’t a Counselor I’d be (and why): I like to think I’d be working as a food critic because I love all types of food and different dining experiences.
4. Hobbies/ Interests/ Passions: I love art, being outside, baking, and watching any reality TV show, specifically on Bravo!

Practice Highlights: Morning Appointments, Evening Appointments, Weekday Appointments, In-person Appointments, Online Appointments