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Sara DeVaney, LCSW, LICSW

  • Experience19 years
  • LocationOregon
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Sara

Sara DeVaney is a licensed social worker in Oregon with 19 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, motivation challenges, addiction, grief, anger, bipolar symptoms, compassion fatigue, relationship issues, eating concerns, and ADHD.

Background and approach

Her training includes modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy, which she draws on to shape individualized care. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and emphasizes tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit specific needs and goals.

Sara aims to support clients through life transitions and difficult moments by collaborating on practical strategies and exploring personal values and strengths. Taking the first step toward change can be challenging, and she offers steady professional support as clients pursue greater fulfillment and well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed actions aligned with those values; it is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life transition concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and coping skills development. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so that clients can explore their experiences and build self-directed solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each client to determine which methods or combination of methods best fit their goals, needs, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These remote formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life changes and to access licensed professionals from home or another convenient location.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Sara works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, motivation, addictions, relationship challenges, grief, eating issues, anger, bipolar symptoms, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
How does she approach therapy with clients?
She blends evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered approaches, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy to match each person’s needs and preferences.
What is her professional background?
She has 19 years of professional work experience supporting people through a variety of mental health and life challenges.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
Sara is licensed in Oregon and holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW with the listed license identifiers OR LCSW L4600 and WA LICSW LW 60974890.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients located within the regions she is licensed to practice.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Licensed

Oregon, Washington

Languages

English