- Stress and anxiety
- Cognitive behavioral work
- Motivation-focused techniques
About Sarah
Dr. Sarah Willey is a psychologist licensed in Missouri (MO Psychologist 2019045861) with three years of professional experience. She works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, relationships, grief, career questions, and young adult issues.
She trained at Wheaton College, earning a PsyD in 2018, and has worked in college counseling, inpatient and outpatient mental health, and at the VA. That mix of settings means she is used to short-term problem-focused work and longer-term care when needed.
In sessions she uses approaches drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused ideas, along with Motivational Interviewing. That looks like setting clear goals, trying practical strategies, and checking what helps most. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools when relevant.
Conversations are guided by the client's immediate concerns. Topics often include managing mood swings, coping with big life changes, balancing work and relationships, and sorting out family patterns that still affect daily life. She also addresses issues like seasonal mood changes and compassion fatigue.
People considering therapy will follow a simple onboarding process: complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Those interested should confirm current session options before booking.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and values, then taking small committed actions that fit what matters. It can help when life feels uncertain or you are reassessing priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress management.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to try methods that match their goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan based on what proves useful. That means starting with a couple of approaches and refining them as progress is made.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday schedule, allow shorter check-ins when mornings are tight, and remove commute time so sessions are more practical around work or study. Talk with the therapist about pacing, homework exercises between sessions, and what will fit your daily routine so therapy can be useful without adding extra stress.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, career questions, bipolar and other mood disorders, and young adult issues.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses client-centered conversations combined with cognitive behavioral methods and solution-focused techniques. Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience since completing her PsyD in 2018 and has worked in college counseling, inpatient and outpatient settings, and the VA.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Missouri psychologist listed as MO Psychologist 2019045861 and practices in Missouri.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current online and in-person options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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