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Sarah DuVall Murray, LCSW

Experienced LCSW supporting adults through life changes
  • CBT and DBT informed
  • Trauma and grief care
  • Video phone and chat

About Sarah DuVall Murray

Sarah DuVall Murray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey who brings 12 years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing life stressors and mood concerns. She creates a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore the issues affecting their daily functioning and build more balanced ways of living. Grounded in the belief that growth happens within an authentic therapeutic relationship, she centers acceptance, compassion, and care in her approach while helping clients develop tolerance for distress and find meaning in struggle.

Sarah uses a range of evidence-informed methods tailored to each person’s needs, frequently drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also integrates elements of psychodynamic thinking and Eastern philosophy when appropriate and often incorporates psychoeducation by sharing articles, books, and other resources. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, anger, and compassion fatigue, as well as caregiver stress and chronic illness challenges.

Her training includes a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. Sarah’s background spans outpatient and inpatient treatment, work in psychiatric emergency services, and community mental health services addressing serious mental illness, giving her a broad foundation for supporting adults through transitions and complex emotional challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessLife purposeMood disordersYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah DuVall Murray have?

Sarah DuVall Murray has 12 years of experience.

Is Sarah DuVall Murray a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are NJ LCSW 44SC05465800.

In which languages does Sarah DuVall Murray provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Sarah DuVall Murray located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Sarah DuVall Murray as my therapist?

You can work with Sarah DuVall Murray through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sarah DuVall Murray work with international clients?

Sarah DuVall Murray does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah DuVall Murray 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people recognize and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns by teaching practical skills to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT can be especially useful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and managing strong reactions to stress. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences and internal patterns influence current feelings and relationships, offering insight that can support longer-term personal growth and understanding.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sarah and the client work together to identify goals, preferences, and the strategies that feel most useful, and she adapts methods over time based on progress and feedback. This partnership helps tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow consistent access to licensed professionals and therapists from different locations while maintaining a focus on meaningful work and practical skills.

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