Sara has given me amazing tools over the time we have spoken and I will carry what I learned with me for years to come. Thank you for everything
Sara Lopes, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sara is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Sara. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Massachusetts
Recent reviews
Just starting back with Sara and so happy she’s here!
More about Sara
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I have over 10 years of experience working with people who have experienced homelessness as well as serious mental health and addiction. I received my Master's degree and went on to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Besides counseling, I have done a great deal of social work for those who are low-income, facing many challenges including housing stability. My approach is to work at each person's own pace and learn as much as I can about who you are to better help provide support. This leads to providing what treatment approach will work best for the individual (or couple). I also highly draw upon Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the work I do with clients.
My goal is to provide you with a therapeutic experience that allows you to feel relief and shifts sooner rather than later and to give you a sense of confidence moving forward in both yourself and the therapeutic process. As my client, you can expect to be treated with respect, care, compassion, and have someone walking beside you who will support you in becoming the best version of yourself that feels right, true, and honest to you.
I look forward to meeting you, getting to know more about what is going on in your life right now, and beginning to help you feel better through our time together.
For your reference, my online office hours are Monday-Saturday. Sunday is my personal day and I am not available for messaging or sessions that day. Any messages I receive after Saturday evening will be responded to on Monday. For the foreseeable future, for any new clients I begin working with, I am available via messaging and live chat sessions only (not phone or video).
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Money and financial issues
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sara Lopes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447677224.
- LMHC · Massachusetts · 11731 · Expires December 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Sara Lopes
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Sara has given me amazing tools over the time we have spoken and I will carry what I learned with me for years to come. Thank you for everything
Just starting back with Sara and so happy she’s here!
Shes the best, she helps me sort through my anxiety moments, with identifying an anxious thought from a regular thought. I dont know if that makes any sense ^, i just woke up after working three 12s in a row. Basically shes the MVP. :D
I was lucky enough to find Sara at a really low point in my life - I was struggling with a job I didn't like and some family issues. My recurring session ith Sara was a HUGE bright spot and help pull me out of the negative state I was in and set me on a path to mental and emotional wellbeing that continues today. I cannot say enough good things about her - she's calm, understanding, and helpful. She always seemed to know the right thing to say, and was ALWAYS available to lend an ear.
Extremely helpful
Shes amazing at putting me at ease and helping to restore my self image. Ive had a bad self image in my head for quite a while, mostly stemming from family issues and shes helped me turn myself right around. Its great to just be able to unload about things that are bothering me without fear of being judged, which enables me to be completely honest in mistakes I may or may not have made in the situations that Ive been in. If that makes sense. Thank You So Much Sara
Sara has been extremely helpful to me in the past few months. I have been experiencing lots of anxiety navigating a bunch of life changes all at once, jobs, moving, baby, you name it. Sara connected with me and was able to give me excellent guidance and advice to help me deal with my stress in healthier more productive ways. Thank you Sara for being a great counselor!!
SHE GETS ME! No but really, Sarah is a rare find, a real Gem! She wasn't my first counselor but she will now be my forever counselor. She was with me at the lowest of lows and helped me find my way back up to the top. She knows what to do and I hope you're all lucky enough to find a counselor like Sarah.
Sara Lopes is an amazing counselor, she's extremely compassionate and great with communication and transparency. At first I was a little hesitant to go into therapy, but now that it's ended for me, I feel so much better equipped to handle any mental health issues that may come my way as well as being in a much healthier mindset going forward. Additionally, she's helped me focus on maintaining long-term solutions and goals that are sustainable rather than a simple fix. I would strongly recommend her to anyone who is dealing with addictions or stress & anxiety!
Frequently asked questions
Does Sara Lopes offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sara Lopes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Sara Lopes speak?
Sara Lopes speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sara Lopes have?
Sara Lopes has 8 years of experience.
Where is Sara Lopes licensed to practice?
Sara Lopes is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Does Sara Lopes accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sara Lopes does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Sara Lopes offer?
Sara Lopes offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sara Lopes?
Sara Lopes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Sara Lopes?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.