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Sara Schuessler, LPC

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 18 reviews
Great news, Sara is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri

Recent reviews

Sara is very easy to talk to and makes you feel very comfortable with anything I have told her . I feel understood and never judged and she truly cares about her patients and makes the extra time without hesitation.

Aug 2024

I had an instant connection with Sara. She offered a great balance of pushing me (which i needed) while respecting my feelings on situations we discussed. She is positive and uplifting!

Jun 2024

More about Sara

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello! My name is Sara and I have over 14 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, Missouri. I have extensive therapeutic experience working with individuals, families, teenagers, and children. I have provided services in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, homes, and schools, all of which have allowed me to possess an abundance of skills. I am a rostered Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and a Nationally Certified Clinician. I have experience with family conflict, parenting problems, relationship issues, school problems, trauma, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, self esteem, and anger management.

I have my Masters of Arts in Counseling from Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis, Missouri, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri.

My counseling style is warm and inviting, with a focus on the client at all times. You are the one seeking support and the one determining the goals you'd like to work towards. You are the expert on yourself and I am here to help facilitate change. My therapeutic approach is Client Centered with Cognitive Behavioral therapy techniques and Solution Focused therapy techniques to help you reach your goals.

My sessions are scheduled Monday thru Thursday, from about 9:30am to 2:30pm on those days. I am not able to schedule on evenings or weekends.

When I'm not in sessions, you can find me shopping at Target, cycling on the Peloton, watching the newest Netflix show, reading a good book, or hanging with my family and my dog.

I'm excited you're here and looking forward to working together!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended Family Issues Body image Family Problems Impulsivity Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Self-love Women's issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Sara Schuessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437479748.

  • LPC · Missouri · 2010016635 · Expires June 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Sara Schuessler

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

18 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Understanding Comfortable Easy Recommend Great listener Easy to talk Helped Understands Wonderful

Sara is very easy to talk to and makes you feel very comfortable with anything I have told her . I feel understood and never judged and she truly cares about her patients and makes the extra time without hesitation.

Aug 2024

I had an instant connection with Sara. She offered a great balance of pushing me (which i needed) while respecting my feelings on situations we discussed. She is positive and uplifting!

Jun 2024

So easy to talk to and helps work through things in a nonstressful way

Nov 2023

When I first started therapy online I was nervous of course. I feel like I clicked right away with Sara, I felt very comfortable with explaining the concerns and the issues I had and she helped me with a lot of it! She took her time and it really did seem like she understood what I needed and it was much appreciated!

Jul 2023

Sara is super understanding and makes me feel comfortable around her

Apr 2023

Love how she takes the time to understand what is going on also she ask questions that make me think outside the box which is good

Nov 2022

Very easy to talk to!

M.A.·Jun 2022

Sara is a great listener and really understands how to help me through my struggles.

G.I.·Apr 2022

I love Sara she is a good listener and a comforting presence. She has helped me through an extremely difficult time and is very good about helping me set and achieve goals towards my happiness.

E.M.·Sep 2021

She is great. I love having someone else weigh in on what is going on.

M.A.·Aug 2021

Sara is understanding and kind. Exactly what you’d expect out of a counselor. She doesn’t judge past mistakes and she’s an excellent listener. Highly recommend this counselor.

A.S.·May 2021

Sarah is amazing!

B.R.·Apr 2021

She’s been very kind and patient during our sessions. I’m only 2 in but I do like her.

C.H.·Feb 2021

Sara and I have not a lot of opportunity yet to get to some of my issues but that's not her problem...it's mine...tooo freaking busy at work and tired in the evening when I get home. She and I will do fine once we establish a bit more of a rapport.

E.L.·Dec 2020

We have just begun the sessions. So far Sara has been very nice and a great listener. She is sincere with her words and provides additional information for me to read.

J.A.·Oct 2020

Sara has been wonderful to work with. She is a great listener and doesn't force her advice or opinion on others. She is very patient, kind, and understanding no matter what situation I may bring up. I would recommend her to all of my family and friends.

M.I.·Oct 2020

Sara is a wonderful therapist and I would recommend her to anyone. She's very patient and helpful.

K.A.·Sep 2020

Even though we have only had a few video chats Sara understands me and knows what my goals are. I appreciate her being so understanding of my situation. She has offered me tips to help with my anxiety and trauma. I look forward to continue working with her!

K.A.·Aug 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sara Schuessler offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sara Schuessler 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 Schuessler speak?

Sara Schuessler speaks English.

How many years of experience does Sara Schuessler have?

Sara Schuessler has 13 years of experience.

Where is Sara Schuessler licensed to practice?

Sara Schuessler is licensed to practice in Missouri.

Does Sara Schuessler accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Sara Schuessler 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 Schuessler offer?

Sara Schuessler offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Sara Schuessler?

Sara Schuessler 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 Schuessler?

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.