Sarah Allen
Virginia LPC focused on resilience and self-compassion
Start with Sarah AllenLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
About
Sarah Allen is a licensed professional counselor practicing in Virginia who helps people navigate intense emotions and life transitions. She emphasizes building practical coping skills alongside a deepening of self-compassion so individuals can face stress, anxiety, and addictive urges with greater clarity. Her practice attends to concerns around anger, self-esteem, and changes in life direction while offering steady support through difficult moments.
Her work also addresses experiences of abandonment, body image struggles, guilt and shame, and post-traumatic stress. Sarah creates an affirming therapeutic setting in which themes of self-love, social anxiety, and questions of life purpose can be explored. She collaborates with each person to shape individualized strategies that reflect their background and lived experience.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, Sarah focuses on resilience and the development of meaningful, actionable steps for personal growth. She places emphasis on honoring each person s inherent worth while helping them strengthen emotional resources and identify pathways toward greater balance and well-being.
Her work also addresses experiences of abandonment, body image struggles, guilt and shame, and post-traumatic stress. Sarah creates an affirming therapeutic setting in which themes of self-love, social anxiety, and questions of life purpose can be explored. She collaborates with each person to shape individualized strategies that reflect their background and lived experience.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, Sarah focuses on resilience and the development of meaningful, actionable steps for personal growth. She places emphasis on honoring each person s inherent worth while helping them strengthen emotional resources and identify pathways toward greater balance and well-being.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VA LPC 0701014157
- NPI Number: 1588487003
- License: LPC (Virginia)
Remote sessions emphasizing resilience and practical skills
Sarah offers online sessions that center on developing resilience and cultivating self-compassion. She works with people to identify stress and anxiety patterns, explore the roots of addictive or anger-related behaviors, and create step-by-step strategies for coping with life changes. Sessions aim to translate insights into tangible tools that fit each person s daily life.Her approach is oriented around two complementary focuses drawn from her profile: building resilience through concrete coping skills and fostering self-compassion to address feelings of shame, guilt, and abandonment. She partners with clients to tailor these focuses to their concerns, such as body image, social anxiety, or post-traumatic stress. Treatment plans are individualized and adapted in conversation with the person seeking support.
Remote care is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in how people connect. These options are offered to make it easier to maintain continuity of care while working collaboratively toward stated goals.
What is Sarah Allen s professional background?
She has four years of clinical experience working as a licensed counselor in Virginia.
What credentials does she hold?
Sarah is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and holds license number VA LPC 0701014157.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
She practices in Virginia.
How can people connect for therapy?
People can work with her using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.