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Sarah Mailhot

Compassionate LICSW blending skills and empathy

LICSW Rhode Island

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Sarah

Sarah Mailhot is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in Rhode Island with 18 years of professional experience.

Background and approach

Their work has focused on addressing stress, anxiety, anger, depression, ADHD, and issues related to LGBTQ identity, and they combines empathy with practical therapeutic tools to help people navigate difficult moments. Sarah emphasizes respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care, shaping conversations and treatment plans around each person's unique circumstances.

They draw on evidence-informed approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside acceptance, mindfulness, and skills-based strategies to support emotional regulation, interpersonal concerns, and life transitions. Practical problem solving and individualized pacing are used so clients can build skills that fit their goals.

Beginning therapy often takes courage, and Sarah aims to create a grounded, collaborative space where clients feel heard and understood. They attend to both immediate symptoms and broader life questions such as attachment, communication, caregiver stress, chronic illness, identity concerns, and a search for purpose, adapting methods to the needs presented in session.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Sarah integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a practical, goal-oriented method that helps identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. They also draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support clients in clarifying values, increasing psychological flexibility, and learning to live with difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful goals. Client-Centered Therapy is another pillar of the work, emphasizing empathic listening and collaboration so that clients shape the priorities and pace of treatment.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Sarah will work with each person to explore which combination of methods matches their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting interventions over time as progress and life circumstances evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. These formats allow for ongoing access to licensed professionals while preserving flexibility, and they support a steady therapeutic rhythm whether addressing acute concerns or longer-term growth.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Sarah works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, ADHD, and LGBTQ related concerns, and also focuses on areas such as attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and life purpose.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
The approach blends acceptance, mindfulness, client-centered listening, and skills-based methods like CBT and DBT to offer practical strategies alongside exploration of meaning and values.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Sarah has 18 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
They hold the credential LICSW with licence details RI LICSW ISW03129 and are based in Rhode Island.
In which languages are sessions offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTAnger managementDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Rhode Island

Languages

English