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Sarah Gillespie

Experienced evidence-based psychologist

MI Psychologist 6301013150 Michigan

Experience
26 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Sarah

Sarah Gillespie brings over 26 years of clinical experience to her practice as an MI Psychologist (license number 6301013150). She blends cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered and solution-focused strategies to help people address mood concerns, anxiety, addiction, grief, and a wide range of life and work challenges.

Background and approach

Her work emphasizes strengths and practical skills so clients can move from feeling stuck to achieving specific goals such as improving self-confidence, managing panic or depression, or navigating major life transitions. Her style is described as direct yet compassionate, offering clear feedback when requested while honoring each person's choices.

Sarah draws on evidence-informed tools like CBT and DBT-informed skills alongside motivational interviewing to support change, problem-solve obstacles, and reinforce what already works in a client's life.

She accepts clients in Michigan and conducts sessions in English, and her practice includes support for concerns that range from workplace issues and parenting to gender dysphoria, substance concerns, and end-of-life counseling. Clients seeking a pragmatic, goal-oriented approach will find a focus on measurable progress and real-world coping strategies.

Sarah welcomes those ready to build on strengths, address patterns that limit well-being, and move toward clearer priorities and improved functioning.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and sleep difficulties and emphasizes homework and skills practice between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy centers on understanding a person's experience through empathetic listening and support, helping people gain clarity and self-direction when facing decisions, grief, or changes in life purpose. Dialectical Behavior Therapy contributes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for managing intense emotions, anger, and patterns that interfere with relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all decision. The therapist will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and practical needs and will adapt methods over time to find what produces the most meaningful progress for that individual.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling around work, caregiving, or health needs. These formats allow regular skill-building, brief check-ins, and continued momentum when in-person visits are difficult, helping clients apply tools in real-life contexts and maintain continuity of care.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and workplace problems, panic disorder, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
The approach is pragmatic and collaborative, combining client-centered listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT-informed skills, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to build practical coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of professional experience working with people on mood, behavior change, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is listed as MI Psychologist 6301013150 and practices in Michigan.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for working together?
She provides multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefDepressionCoaching

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

26+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English