Sara Khaledpour, LPC, LCPC
Licensed counselor guiding practical change and resilience
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and motivation
- Self esteem and confidence
About Sara Khaledpour
Sara Khaledpour is a licensed counselor practicing in Missouri and Illinois with 12 years of professional experience. She holds the LPC and LCPC credentials - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and brings a steady, empathetic presence to work with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, motivation challenges, self-esteem struggles, and confidence issues. Sara emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly and explored collaboratively.
She approaches each person with respect for the courage it takes to seek change and a focus on practical support and empowerment. Sessions are geared toward helping clients identify goals, build skills, and take manageable steps toward a more satisfying and balanced life. Throughout the therapeutic process Sara offers steady guidance and encouragement aimed at strengthening resilience and promoting meaningful progress.
She approaches each person with respect for the courage it takes to seek change and a focus on practical support and empowerment. Sessions are geared toward helping clients identify goals, build skills, and take manageable steps toward a more satisfying and balanced life. Throughout the therapeutic process Sara offers steady guidance and encouragement aimed at strengthening resilience and promoting meaningful progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sara Khaledpour have?
Sara Khaledpour has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Sara Khaledpour a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LCPC credentials. Missouri LPC 2019000814, Illinois LCPC 180012591.
In which languages does Sara Khaledpour provide therapy?
Sara Khaledpour provides therapy in English and Persian.
Where is Sara Khaledpour located?
Sara Khaledpour is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Sara Khaledpour as my therapist?
You can work with Sara Khaledpour through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sara Khaledpour work with international clients?
Sara Khaledpour does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sara Khaledpour 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care
Sara commonly integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to meet clients where they are and build practical coping skills. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and supporting each person to find their own solutions - it is helpful for improving self-esteem, building confidence, and exploring life goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop actionable strategies for managing stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and behaviors related to addictions or eating concerns.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Sara collaborates with clients to clarify their needs, values, and goals and then tailors methods accordingly so therapy feels relevant and useful. This collaborative process helps identify whether a more supportive, insight-oriented path or a skills-focused plan is the best fit.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can access care from home or while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. Those options make it easier to maintain consistency, try different formats, and continue progress even when schedules or circumstances change.