Licensed clinical social worker recordOregon
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW, LICSW
- Licensed in Oregon
- LCSW, licence L4600
- Licensed in Washington
- LICSW, licence LW 60974890
- NPI
- 1346484391
- Experience
- 19 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Oregon
These details come from information Sara supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- ACT and CBT
About Sara
Sara DeVaney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Oregon with 19 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and motivation challenges. Her profile is focused on practical help for everyday problems.
She uses straightforward conversation to clarify what’s most pressing. Sessions often focus on immediate concerns like mood, coping with change, substance use, and relationship strain. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to shape the work.
In the room she listens for patterns that make life harder and for small changes that can reduce distress. That might include practicing new ways of thinking, identifying values that guide choices, or setting concrete goals for the week. She also uses motivational interviewing and narrative techniques to help people find reason to change and to reframe difficult experiences.
Many people come for help with grief, anger, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, or compassion fatigue. Sessions move at a practical pace and focus on what can be done between appointments. Progress is tracked by changes in daily routines, coping skills, and relationship interactions.
To get started, clients follow the directory’s matching steps to schedule a first session. The LCSW credential and Oregon licensure are listed on her profile for reference.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking committed steps toward those values. It helps with anxiety, low mood, and coping with life changes by teaching practical skills to act despite difficult thoughts and feelings.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavioral experiments to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation where the person’s priorities guide each session. It supports rebuilding confidence and making choices that fit one’s values.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to figure out which approach or combination feels most useful based on goals and preferences. That process can include trying different techniques and checking what produces helpful changes.
Confirm the current session formats before booking so you know how appointments are held. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support continuity when schedules change. These practical benefits can help people keep therapy consistent while managing work and family commitments.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Oregon, Washington
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Sara works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship issues, grief, eating concerns, anger, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, client-centered conversation and evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to set actionable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 19 years of professional work experience in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW and is licensed in Oregon.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers