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Sarah Bent, LCSW

LCSW focused on trauma and mood disorders
  • Trauma-informed care
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Video phone chat text

About Sarah Bent

Sarah Bent is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Indiana and Maine who supports people facing complex emotional challenges. She creates a compassionate, affirming environment where clients can safely explore their experiences, strengths, and goals. Her work emphasizes listening closely to each person and tailoring support to their individual needs.

With a breadth of experience working with diverse populations, she focuses on depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and interpersonal dynamics. She brings particular expertise in women's issues, sexuality, chronic health challenges, and multicultural concerns, helping clients navigate the practical and emotional impacts of these experiences.

Sarah guides clients toward greater self-compassion and improved communication while addressing feelings of isolation, guilt, or shame. Her practice blends a holistic, person-centered orientation with evidence-based techniques to foster resilience, process past experiences, and support meaningful personal growth. The aim is to empower clients to build skills and insight that fit their lives and values.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sarah Bent have?

Sarah Bent has 8 years of experience.

Is Sarah Bent a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IN LCSW 34009657A, ME LCSW LC24672.

In which languages does Sarah Bent provide therapy?

Sarah Bent provides therapy in English.

Where is Sarah Bent located?

She is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Sarah Bent as my therapist?

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

Does Sarah Bent work with international clients?

Sarah Bent does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sarah Bent 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 Support

Sarah Bent draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports clients as they identify their own goals and solutions. It is helpful for building self-awareness, improving communication, and addressing feelings of isolation.

CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical, skill-based work. It is often used to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and panic by teaching tools clients can apply between sessions. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on processing and integrating traumatic experiences in a way that reduces their ongoing impact and supports healing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sarah works collaboratively with clients and with other licensed professionals when appropriate to determine which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, health concerns, or mobility limitations. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to access consistent care from home or other convenient locations, making it easier to maintain regular contact and apply therapeutic skills in day-to-day life.

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