Sabrina Vonderhaar , LMHC

Sabrina Vonderhaar brings a focused, compassionate approach to supporting people who are struggling with problematic substance use and overuse. She centers each interaction on respect and nonjudgment, creating space for clients to explore their experiences and build practical skills for change. Drawing on evidence-based methods, she offers concrete tools and collaborative guidance rather than lectures, helping clients identify underlying patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and create a personalized path toward recovery and well-being.

Sabrina earned a Master of Arts in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 2020. She holds professional credentials in Iowa as an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and as an IADC, an International Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Her training and clinical focus support her work with people seeking to reclaim a more authentic and fulfilling life after challenges with addiction.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the client’s goals and perspective guide the work. This approach helps people clarify values, increase self-understanding, and find motivation for change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a structured method that examines how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. It offers practical strategies to change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, and is commonly used for anxiety, mood concerns, and problematic habits.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style designed to resolve ambivalence about change. It is particularly useful when someone is weighing the benefits and costs of changing behaviors, such as substance use, and helps strengthen personal motivation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sabrina works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so techniques align with what the client values and is ready to work on.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care in the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to use therapy alongside daily responsibilities while working with licensed professionals and therapists.