Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hello!
First of all, take a second and give yourself a ton of praise for recognizing that you are having difficulties and reaching out for help! You have already conquered one of the most difficult steps in the process!
So a little about me…My name is Sarah Axley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I obtained my education at Virginia Commonwealth University in psychology and social work. In addition to my Master’s Degree in Social Work, I also completed a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Aging Studies with VCU’s Department of Gerontology. I have provided psychotherapy since 2009 in an outpatient mental health clinic, an intensive community-based setting and now in a hospital, where I am currently employed full time. I obtained my License in Clinical Social Work in 2012 while doing my clinical work in an outpatient mental health service where I worked with individuals of all ages, backgrounds and with various diagnosis, to include Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Related Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I am considered to be an LGBTQ+ informed psychotherapist. I have experience working with clients dealing with grief/loss. I have also provided psychotherapy services to help clients better manage stressors due to COVID and the current social and political climate. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one. Whether it is to process/gain insight, to build on skills to manage symptoms, to change thinking patterns to better serve you, to improve communication, etc., we can work together to help you to better understand yourself and to help achieve your goals. I use a combination of evidence-based therapeutic approaches (cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, mindfulness training, etc.), based on your needs and preferences. I operate from a strength’s perspective. You are more resilient than you realize. With the right and knowledge and tools, you can manage anything! I see clients Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday late morning/afternoons. In between sessions, you will likely be completing tasks to help you work to achieve your goals. That is where a lot of the work happens!
If I sound like I could be a good fit for you and what you’re looking for in a psychotherapist, let’s do this!
Warm regards and well wishes,
Sarah Axley, LCSW
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Sarah Axley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Virginia. She completed undergraduate and graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, earning a master’s degree in social work and a post-baccalaureate certificate in aging studies through VCU’s Department of Gerontology.
She has provided psychotherapy since 2009 across outpatient mental health clinics, intensive community-based settings, and currently works full time in a hospital setting. She earned her clinical social work license in 2012 while delivering care in an outpatient mental health service.
Her clinical experience includes work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds and with a range of diagnoses, including depressive disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. She is considered to be an LGBTQ+ informed psychotherapist and has supported clients coping with grief and loss as well as the stressors associated with COVID and the current social and political climate.
Sarah approaches therapy as a collaborative process focused on helping people gain insight, build skills to manage symptoms, shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and improve communication so they can better understand themselves and move toward their goals. She draws on evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and mindfulness training, and practices from a strengths perspective, emphasizing clients’ resilience and capacity to manage challenges with appropriate knowledge and tools.
She sees clients on Monday and Wednesday evenings and on Saturday late mornings and afternoons. Between sessions, clients can expect to complete tasks that support progress toward their goals, as a great deal of therapeutic work happens outside the scheduled appointments.
For many common concerns – such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions – online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. Research and clinical practice indicate that teletherapy works well for these kinds of issues, making it a practical option for people seeking support.
One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with their therapist in the format that fits them best – video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging – which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy routine.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch providers if they feel another therapist would be a better fit. This accessibility and choice help many people maintain continuity of care while addressing their needs in a way that suits their schedule and preferences.
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