Sara Irwin, LCPC, LPC

Sara Irwin is a compassionate licensed counselor who helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. She often supports clients dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues around self-esteem. Her approach is practical and direct, aimed at small changes that add up over time.

Sara holds a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Creighton University and brings 14 years of experience in clinical and independent practice settings. She is credentialed as an LCPC and as an LPC, and she has focused work with people facing trauma, depression, parenting strain, and impulse control challenges. She also works with concerns related to ADHD, bipolar mood difficulties, eating and body image, and caregiving stress.

In sessions she listens closely and helps people identify realistic steps toward their goals. She blends cognitive behavioral ideas with client-centered and acceptance-based techniques, and she also uses tools from attachment-focused and dialectical approaches when helpful. The emphasis is on practical problem solving, emotion regulation skills, and clearer communication.

Sara has experience with a broad range of life events, including divorce, loss, blended family struggles, and major life transitions. She brings real-world strategies for coping with stress, managing strong emotions, and rebuilding routines after disruption.

Outside of work she is a parent who enjoys running, travel, and reading. She aims to make therapy a collaborative process so people can take steady steps toward more satisfying relationships and daily life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Sara often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when working online. ACT focuses on clarifying values and taking action that aligns with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. CBT targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical strategies to change them.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sara works with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She aims to make this a collaborative process, adjusting tools and pacing as progress becomes clear.

Before starting online therapy, confirm the current session options, scheduling arrangements, and fees. Discuss what will help you take part comfortably and how to fit appointments around everyday commitments. Agree on the next steps with the therapist so you know what to expect.