Licensed clinical social worker recordTexas
Sarah Billingsley, LCSW
Texas
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - mood and trauma care
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Texas
- LCSW, licence 63800
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 16778
- NPI
- 1770157174
- Experience
- 8 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Texas
These details come from information Sarah 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 PTSD
- LGBTQ concerns
About Sarah
Sarah Billingsley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas with eight years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, mood disorders including bipolar and depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBTQ concerns. Sarah also focuses on issues around sexuality, sexual assault, and questions people have about identity and relationships.
She uses practical, skills-based therapy to help people manage intense emotions and interrupt unhelpful behaviors. That can include learning new coping skills, practicing acceptance of difficult thoughts, and making step-by-step plans for change. Sessions are direct and focused on concrete strategies rather than just talking about feelings.
Sarah says she draws from approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Those methods are used to process trauma, reduce panic and extreme mood swings, and build routines that support daily functioning. The work often centers on skills practice between sessions as well as problem-solving in the moment.
She describes herself as honest and straightforward in session while addressing social and systemic issues that affect mental health. Clients can expect a clinician who brings tools and feedback and asks for active participation in making changes. This includes looking at behaviors and choices that keep problems in place and plotting realistic next steps.
Sarah works in Texas and conducts sessions in English. Before booking, confirm the current session formats offered so the logistics match your needs.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions
Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes learning concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It helps people who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions or who struggle with repeated self-destructive behaviors.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying values and practicing acceptance of difficult thoughts while committing to value-based actions. It is useful for managing anxiety, rumination, and decision making when thoughts feel limiting.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy addresses trauma memories and teaches strategies to reduce trauma-related distress and avoidant behaviors. It helps people process painful events and build safer habits in daily life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match methods to their goals, symptoms, and preferences. That collaborative planning can include trying different tools and adjusting the focus over time.
Confirm the specific session formats she currently offers before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow regular check-ins from a convenient place. Different formats also let people choose quieter options, shorter check-ins when time is limited, or full-length sessions for deeper work.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Texas, Connecticut
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she support?
She works with stress, anxiety, mood disorders including bipolar and depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBTQ issues. Additional focuses include sexuality, sexual assault, panic, personality disorders, and relationship styles such as polyamory and kink.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and skills focused. She offers direct feedback, teaches coping tools, and asks for active practice between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with trauma, mood disorders, and identity-related concerns.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during signup to understand fees for your area.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling an initial session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers