Sara Spowart
Sara Spowart
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Sara Spowart

Doctorate of Marriage and Family Therapy, DMFT
Florida
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Depression- Trauma-Personality disorders-Childhood trauma-Emotion regulation-

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In-network with some insurances

$0-$125

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your plan qualifies.

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Professional statement

I'm the founder of Compassion-Based Happiness, the creator of Happiness-Based Mindfulness, & the author of "You Are Love." I work to help you experience more peace, happiness & compassion. I've done over 15,000 sessions & I apply compassion, empathy, strength-building, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, REBT, Solution-Focused, EMDR, Narrative & SSP techniques. I create personalized happiness & self-compassion plans to figure out how to get you where you want to be in how you experience the world:)

I'm an LMFT, hold a DMFT, and am completing a master's degree in Happiness Studies. I am also the author and editor for more than 3 books. I hold a PhD, and 2 Master's degrees, am a clinical hypnotherapist, Reiki master & yoga/mindfulness instructor. Testimonials can be found on my website. I provide traditional 1-hour therapy sessions and 2-3 hour intensives. I don't want finances to be an obstacle for anyone to receive treatment & am happy to work with your circumstances. I believe the most important thing is to achieve higher levels of happiness, peace & self-compassion. I can be contacted here with any questions:)

Message to clients

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, happiness coach, Safe & Sound Protocol, Rest & Rest Protocol & EMDR provider, registered yoga instructor, reiki master, certified clinical hypnotherapist, and compassion-based mindfulness expert. I am also the creator of the Happiness-Based Mindfulness therapy approach.

I like to use whatever approach is most suitable for you. I'm well-versed in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Compassion-Focused and Mindfulness Approaches, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strength-Based, Narrative Therapy, Systems Therapy, DBT, Positive Psychology, and more. I LOVE learning the latest, most effective approaches & my goal is to create the best outcome.

I offer sessions in-person & remotely. I'm available most weekdays & evenings. Please allow 24-48 business hours for response to inquiries.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 11 years


National University, DMFT, 2025
Northcentral University, MFT, 2019
University of South Florida, PhD, 2014
Middlebury Institute of International Studies, MPA, 2010

Licensure

Florida: MT 4262

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Personality disorders - Support reducing emotional suffering and addressing relationship challenges

Childhood trauma - Learning how traumatic events in childhood can translate into adulthood; processing through difficult memories with the goal of moving past the experience and lingering symptoms

Emotion regulation - Learning how to effectively manage the ups and downs of intense emotions; developing coping skills to use in a variety of settings to calm oneself and to give an appropriate amount of space to emotions

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Florida Blue
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Get reimbursed for sessions with Sara Spowart

Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.

  • Individual sessions:$125 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$75 - $125
  • Initial session:$125 (60min)
  • Couples sessions:$135 (60min)
  • Group sessions:$15 (45min)
  • Family sessions:$135 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I also offer reduced-price bundle options with:

1) 5 hours worth of sessions for $500

2) 8 hours worth of sessions for $700

Therapy Groups

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Happiness Based Mindfulness

This is a group based on Happiness-Based Mindfulness principles and meets on Tuesdays at 7 pm. Please inquire for additional information.

Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10min phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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