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Sarah Choffnes(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
MassachusettsMaine
Anxiety -Perfectionism-Body image- Eating disorders & disordered eating- Relationship issues-College & graduate student mental health-

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Professional statement

Sarah Choffnes is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker & Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with a private practice in the suburbs of Boston. Sarah enjoys working with adults in a state of mental, emotional, and/or existential transition with a specialty of working with college and graduate school aged emerging adults. She also provides intuitive eating counseling to folks looking to repair their relationship with food. Sarah received her Masters in Social Work from Boston University, a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University, and her Bachelors Degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish from University of Massachusetts - Amherst.

Prior to working in private practice, Sarah worked with undergraduate and graduate students in the Counseling Services of a prestigious university in Boston. Clients there struggled with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, disordered eating, and many other areas of difficulty. For the past 20 years, Sarah has worked in mental health with teens, adults, and their families through inpatient hospital and outpatient programs, in addition to a variety of research settings.

Sarah creates a space where her clients feel safe to open up and explore their struggles and overcome obstacles. Using warmth, humor, and a passion for her work, Sarah helps her clients examine how they interact with the world around them and to find new ways to find the strength, hope, and resiliency they might have overlooked in themselves. Seeing her clients find courage they didn’t know they had is incredibly rewarding.

Sarah grew up outside of Boston and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys baking, singing, and trivia, as well as any opportunity to travel and explore other cultures and cuisine.


Message to clients

Getting in touch with a therapist is such a brave first step in your path to wellbeing and I am honored and privileged to help you begin (or continue) your healing journey. I believe that all people have both known and unknown obstacles keeping them from being their best and most authentic selves. I guide my clients through some of their most difficult roadblocks; lifting them up until they have the confidence to do it themselves.

I know how hard and intimidating it can be to share so much of yourself with a new person, especially if you haven't been in therapy before. I make it a priority to establish a trusting relationship with my clients in order to make therapy feel safe and comfortable; I promise that after a few sessions it will feel surprisingly easy!

If this resonates and you are located in Massachusetts, please reach out to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 10 years

Northeastern University, Staff Psychotherapist, 2017 - 2024

Boston University School of Social Work, MSW, 2015
Columbia University - Teachers College, MA, 2010

Licensure

Massachusetts: 121198 - Maine: LC24223

Languages

English

Specialties

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

Perfectionism - Coping with feelings of anxiety, stress, self-criticism, and procrastination; addressing unrealistic expectations of one’s self and negatively comparing self to others

Body image - Development of skills for handling negative thoughts about physical appearance; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception.

Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$185 (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
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Every other week

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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