Sara  Graff
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Sara Graff

She/Her/Hers

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Florida Accepting Online
Dunedin Accepting In-person

For in-person sessions I only offer in-home counseling and nature-based therapy. We can meet in the comfort of your home, go for a walk, or connect with nature during your sessions.

Updated May 12, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Caregiver stress & support
  • Aging related concerns
  • Divorce & separation
  • Life transitions
  • Stress management

Professional statement

Sara Graff is a licensed clinical social worker in Dunedin, FL where she provides individual therapy to adults of all ages. Sara helps to guide people who are facing stress and anxiety, learn how to manage their anxiety, find a renewed sense of calm, and learn to live mindfully in the present moment. Many of Sara’s client’s come to therapy while experiencing a life transition such as relationship issues, a divorce, caregiver stress, or career problems.

Sara has trained in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), mindful based interventions, and positive psychology. When working with Sara, her clients learn how to shift their thoughts and guide their feelings to a place with more hope, peace, and acceptance.. In session, Sara focuses on breathing exercises, mindfulness tools, meditation, gratitude work.

Sara's style is warm, calm, and non-judgmental. When clients first start therapy, Sara moves at a slow and comfortable pace to help her clients feel comfortable, safe, and supported in therapy. She offers counseling sessions in the comfort of the home either through in-person visits to the home or online telehealth video sessions. This approach helps people to feel more settled during sessions in a familiar and personal location. Sara also offers nature-based therapy and will meet clients in a park, at the water, or other outside location. These sessions can incorporate nature as part of the treatment approach. Sessions can incorporate a walk, meditation, or journaling exercises with mother nature as the office.

Sara received their MSW from Washington University in St. Louis. She has worked for 20 years in private practice. She has worked in a variety of settings and locations with clients across the age spectrum.


Message to clients

I know the thoughts and feelings of anxiety. I understand when it feels like your world is just running too fast around you and you can’t stop to relax. I can relate to the thoughts spinning and running through your mind.I know the overwhelming worry and wondering about how I will ever move forward in life.

Imagine waking up and feeling refreshed from a good night's sleep. You go through your day and feel focused on your responsibilities, your work, your life. You feel a sense of calm, peace, and safety.

Maybe today is a more difficult day. Your mind and thoughts seem to get away from you and start down that road of worry and fear. The difference, is that you now know how to control the worry, find your sense of inner peace, and guide your mind and body to the present moment. You don’t have to live in that space of worry, fear, and overwhelm.

I invite you to join me on your path for change. Let’s walk together and learn how to release your fears, worries, and overwhelm.

I truly believe that you will get better results when you are in a comfortable place for your sessions. For this reason, I offer counseling in the comfort of your home. We can meet over a video session or I can come to you. I also offer nature based therapy. We can go for a walk, sit by the water, or under a shady tree.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Caregiver stress & support - Coping with anxiety, stress, fatigue, and burnout related to caring for a loved one; balancing the needs of others with one's own needs and health

Aging related concerns - Coping with memory loss, loss of independence, and other physical and/or mental impacts of aging. May include support for family or caregivers and resource planning for changes in living situation.

Divorce & separation - Questioning or feeling unsatisfied in your relationship; contemplation and navigation of separation; addressing issues of power, voice, and communication challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Medicare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (50min)

Location(s)

Online Sessions (Florida)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Sat closed
  • Sun closed

Dunedin practice
1497 Main St, #203, Dunedin, Florida 34698
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Sat closed
  • Sun closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 27 years

Private practice, therapist, 2002 - Present

Washington University in St. Louis, MSW, 1996


Licensure

Florida: SW7007


Languages

English