Sarah McGrath, LCSW

Trauma-informed LCSW specializing in DBT

DBT and mindfulness
Compassion-focused care
Grief and relationship support

About Sarah McGrath

Sarah McGrath is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a clinician trained to provide therapy and mental health support. She creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where people can explore difficult life experiences, process grief, and work through anxiety or relationship challenges. Her approach blends Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with compassion-focused and trauma-informed care to help clients manage distress, regulate emotions, and strengthen connections with others.

Sarah works with individuals facing chronic illness, navigating LGBTQ+ life experiences, or seeking personal growth and improved coping skills. She and her clients set goals together, focusing on practical tools and strategies that build resilience and confidence over time. Through steady, collaborative work she helps clients develop skills they can use beyond sessions to support lasting change and better emotional balance.

Known for a calm and empathetic style, Sarah emphasizes skill-building and emotional awareness while honoring each personâs unique story. Her practice centers on helping people feel empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives and relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGrief Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah McGrath have?

Sarah McGrath has 6 years of experience providing clinical social work and therapy.

Is Sarah McGrath a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are PA LCSW CW025531 and NJ LCSW 44SC06280700.

In which languages does Sarah McGrath provide therapy?

Sarah McGrath provides therapy in English.

Where is Sarah McGrath located?

Sarah McGrath is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Sarah McGrath as my therapist?

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

Does Sarah McGrath work with international clients?

Sarah McGrath does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah McGrath 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 your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Sarah McGrath integrates several evidence-informed approaches into online sessions to meet each personâs needs. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on teaching practical skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness - it is often used for people who struggle with emotional regulation or relationship conflicts. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of difficult feelings, which can reduce reactivity and support coping with anxiety, grief, or chronic stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-judgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and helps clients identify their own goals and solutions, supporting personal growth and self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sarah McGrath collaborates with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies over time so work in therapy feels relevant and useful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, while preserving the collaborative, skills-based work that supports progress.

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