Sara Irwin, LCPC, LPC
Experienced trauma-informed counselor and addiction specialist
- Trauma and addiction
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
About Sara Irwin
Sara Irwin is a licensed counselor with 14 years of clinical experience supporting people through addiction, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, grief, parenting struggles, and a wide range of life transitions. She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC, which indicate state licensure to provide counseling and clinical services, and she is trained as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Sara earned a Master of Science in Community Counseling from Creighton University in 2008 and has worked across clinic settings and private practice with clients of all ages.
Sara combines genuine empathy with practical problem solving, drawing on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and rational-emotive foundations to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Her work addresses stress management, impulse control, intimacy and relationship concerns, eating and body image issues, grief and caregiver stress, ADHD, bipolar mood management, and many other challenges listed among her specialties. She applies evidence-informed techniques alongside an attachment-aware, person-centered stance to help clients build coping skills and reach personal goals.
Outside of her professional role, Sara balances life with two young sons and enjoys running, traveling, reading, learning new things, and spending time outdoors. Her approach centers on meeting people where they are and supporting meaningful, sustainable change over time.
Sara combines genuine empathy with practical problem solving, drawing on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and rational-emotive foundations to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Her work addresses stress management, impulse control, intimacy and relationship concerns, eating and body image issues, grief and caregiver stress, ADHD, bipolar mood management, and many other challenges listed among her specialties. She applies evidence-informed techniques alongside an attachment-aware, person-centered stance to help clients build coping skills and reach personal goals.
Outside of her professional role, Sara balances life with two young sons and enjoys running, traveling, reading, learning new things, and spending time outdoors. Her approach centers on meeting people where they are and supporting meaningful, sustainable change over time.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sara Irwin have?
Sara Irwin has 14 years of experience in the counseling and addiction treatment field.
Is Sara Irwin a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC, and maintains the following license details: NV LCPC CP5604-R and MO LPC 2023047496.
In which languages does Sara Irwin provide therapy?
Sara Irwin provides therapy in English.
Where is Sara Irwin located?
Sara Irwin is located in Nebraska.
How can I work with Sara Irwin as my therapist?
You can work with Sara Irwin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sara Irwin work with international clients?
Yes, Sara Irwin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sara Irwin cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating therapeutic approaches in online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT helps people clarify their values, accept difficult emotions, and commit to actions that align with what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes by encouraging flexible, values-driven behavior.Attachment-Based Therapy - This approach focuses on how early and current relationships shape patterns of connection, trust, and emotional regulation. It is helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy concerns, abandonment issues, and family dynamics by working to reshape secure ways of relating.
Sara works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods or combination of approaches will best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Finding the right therapeutic fit is part of the process, and she partners with clients to adjust strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, and varying comfort levels with communication. Licensed professionals can deliver many therapeutic techniques effectively via these formats, making it easier to access ongoing support, maintain continuity of care, and integrate therapy into daily life.