I am a licensed professional counselor with 26 years of professional work experience helping clients become the best version of themselves without judgement! I am honored to assist clients on their personal transformation journeys. Together, we work to break through the barriers of fears, doubts, and frustrating patterns that have been holding them back, empowering them to create the life they truly desire.
Personal transformation is a profound process that involves self-reflection, growth, and the courage to make positive changes. As a counselor, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their limiting beliefs, identify patterns that no longer serve them, and develop strategies to overcome obstacles. Areas may include; overcoming anxiety, fears, forgiveness, letting go of or repairing relationships, conflict resolutions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps to change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy
CA LPCC 17211
WV LPC 1315
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
In the past year, I have met with 5 therapists and all brought something to the table and provided support. However, Dr. Lewis-Stankus's approach is letting me figure out the issues while she provides support. She doesn't participate in saying someone is wrong or right and instead supports doing what's comfortable for everyone. She is the best therapist I've met with and highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Stankus and I have been working together from since Oct 2023. She has been an absolute blessing in my life. Even when I’m emotional she’s always by my side. Shes very responsive and kind
Written on Jul 27, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Sara's ability to find how concepts click with me is her secret sauce. Sports is my passion and she has synced the learnings of CBT to various sports I play which helps key points land easier.
Sara also embraces my ideas (3Cs and 3Ps!!) and helps shape them into core aspects we've been working on, e.g., visualization, self affirmations, awareness of auto thoughts, etc.
Thank you Sara, I'm so grateful for everything you do.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Dr. Lewis-Stankus is very helpful and easy to engage. She presents thoughtful and insightful exercises. I appreciate her support through this process.
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Just fabulous
Written on Apr 01, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coaching
I have been speaking to Sara for around 4 months now on a weekly basis. This has been incredibly helpful and insightful and I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and respectful therapist.
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Sara for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues