Sara Graff
She/Her/Hers
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSWFor 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.
She/Her/Hers
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSWFor 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.
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.
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
Years of Experience: 27 years
Private practice, therapist, 2002 - Present
Washington University in St. Louis, MSW, 1996
Florida: SW7007
English