Sara Da Silva is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist(LCAS), she provides psychotherapy services for individuals over the age of 18 and for the elderly population (geriatrics). Life can be challenging at times and these challenges may seem impossible to overcome. Building a collaborative relationship is important in the therapeutic process, and it is important for Sara to learn about her clients and listen to their stories, so her goal is to work side by side with her clients, providing them with tools and coping skills that will allow them to face life's challenges successfully. Sara’s style of practice is warm and interactive, solution focused, strengths based/positive psychology and non-judgmental. Sara’s experience includes, but is not limited to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction (alcohol and illegal drugs), autism spectrum disorder mild and emotional problems triggered by physical disability, acute and chronic medical illnesses in the geriatric population and environmental changes such as moving into assisted living or loss of a loved one.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Expats, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
NC LCSW C010394
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Thankful for Sara’s help and wisdom.
Written on Mar 30, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Sara is excellent , she has such a beautiful welcoming presence that makes you naturally feel really comfortable talking with her. Would definitely recommend :)
Written on Aug 07, 2021 after therapy with Sara for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Sara is a very intelligent, caring, and supportive counselor. She always reminds me to be kind to myself and I have never once felt judged. She is extremely professional and always gives great advice.
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Sara for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Absolutely wonderful counselor. She is kind, intelligent and professional. I feel like I am really growing as a person with her help.
Written on Apr 11, 2021 after therapy with Sara for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem