Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus
LPC/LMHC supporting transformation for anxiety and relationships
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About
Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus, LPC, LMHC, brings 26 years of clinical practice to her work from a base in West Virginia. She frames counseling as a process of personal transformation and partners with people who want to examine unhelpful patterns, face fears, and move toward clearer goals. Her approach emphasizes respect and nonjudgmental support while attending to practical steps for change.
Her listed specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self esteem, career questions, and coaching. She also addresses a wide range of focused issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, and challenges faced by veterans and members of the armed forces.
Clinically, she integrates client-centered work with structured tools including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, the Gottman Method, and mindfulness practices. She works with clients to identify obstacles, refine coping skills, and explore values and life purpose, aiming to support growth and clearer decision-making over the course of therapy.
Her listed specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self esteem, career questions, and coaching. She also addresses a wide range of focused issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, and challenges faced by veterans and members of the armed forces.
Clinically, she integrates client-centered work with structured tools including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, the Gottman Method, and mindfulness practices. She works with clients to identify obstacles, refine coping skills, and explore values and life purpose, aiming to support growth and clearer decision-making over the course of therapy.
- Location:
- West Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 26
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WV LPC 1315, FL LMHC MH27718
- NPI Number: 1528746823
- License: LPC (West Virginia), LPCC (California), LMHC (Florida)
Teletherapy options and clinical approaches
Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus provides online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. In remote work she maintains a collaborative stance, inviting clients to set goals, test new strategies between sessions, and reflect on what is and is not helping. The format supports both skills-focused work and longer exploratory conversations.
She commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients notice and adjust patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress and anxiety. Dialectical behavior therapy is offered for building emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance skills in day-to-day life. EMDR is another documented approach she uses to help clients process troubling memories and related reactions when that is an appropriate part of treatment.
A client-centered orientation and mindfulness practices often accompany these methods, creating space for values exploration and present-moment awareness alongside structured skill-building. Clients interested in addressing anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem, career decisions, or the other listed focus areas can discuss which combination of approaches fits their goals during an initial online conversation.
How many years has Dr. Sara Lewis-Stankus practiced?
She has 26 years of professional experience in counseling and related work.
What are her professional credentials and licenses?
She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and is licensed as WV LPC 1315 and FL LMHC MH27718.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she located?
Dr. Lewis-Stankus is based in West Virginia.
What ways can I work with her online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote appointments.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
Yes. This profile notes that she accepts international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.