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Sarah Stiefel, LCSW

  • Experience4 years
  • LocationIllinois
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Sarah

Sarah Stiefel is an Illinois-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who centers her practice on collaborative, evidence-informed care. She draws on four years of professional experience supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, mood challenges such as depression and bipolar disorder, and attention-related concerns including ADHD.

Background and approach

Her approach emphasizes clients' strengths and lived knowledge, inviting people to use their own resources alongside therapeutic tools to address obstacles and move toward more satisfying daily life. Sarah also addresses relational and communication difficulties, workplace stress, and patterns like impulsivity, control struggles, and social anxiety.

She offers a steady, supportive presence while guiding clients through practical strategies for managing symptoms and improving connections. Seeking help is framed as a courageous step, and Sarah aims to partner with clients to clarify goals, try new approaches, and build skills that fit each person’s circumstances and values.

Evidence-Informed Care Delivered Online

Sarah integrates evidence-based techniques into online work, using approaches that focus on practical change and emotional regulation. One common approach emphasizes skills training for managing anxiety and stress, teaching breathing, grounding, and cognitive tools to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another helpful method centers on mood management and behavioral activation for depression and bipolar symptoms, supporting clients to build routines and small, manageable steps toward greater engagement and stability.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to identify goals, trial approaches, and adjust methods as needed so the care fits the client’s needs and preferences rather than applying a single formula from the start.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to maintain continuity of care alongside work, caregiving, or busy schedules. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, ongoing support and practical tools in ways that align with a client’s life and changing needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Sarah works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, depression, and ADHD as well as related issues like impulsivity, isolation, and workplace problems.
What is the therapeutic style or approach used in sessions?
Her practice is collaborative and evidence-informed, emphasizing client strengths and practical strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience as a licensed clinician working with mood, anxiety, attention, and relational concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She is an LCSW licensed in Illinois with license number IL LCSW 149020972 and provides services based out of Illinois.
Does she offer services in multiple languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which formats are available for meeting with her?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesBipolar disorderDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessNarcissismSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English