Sara Da Silva , LISW-CP, LCSW

Sara Da Silva, LISW-CP, LCSW, is a clinical social worker who provides psychotherapy to adults and older adults. The LISW-CP designation indicates a license for independent clinical social work practice, and the LCSW denotes a license to provide clinical social work services. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and body image concerns, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.

Sara emphasizes a collaborative, strengths-based approach. She listens to each person’s story and partners with them to identify practical tools and coping skills that support daily functioning and long-term growth. Her style is warm, interactive, solution-focused and non-judgmental, drawing on techniques that match each client’s needs. Sara’s experience includes supporting adults with substance use concerns, mild autism spectrum challenges, emotional reactions related to physical disability, and acute or chronic medical issues in geriatric populations. She also assists with environmental transitions such as moving into assisted living and processing the loss of a loved one.

Sara uses a range of clinical approaches to tailor care to individual goals, prioritizing collaboration and respect for each person’s values and cultural background. She offers therapeutic support in English, Spanish, and Portuguese for adults seeking guidance through difficult life moments.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sara Da Silva draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and commit to meaningful action while learning practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a non-judgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own capacity for insight and growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Sara works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. Therapists and licensed professionals often combine elements from different approaches to best meet individual needs.

Online therapy offers practical advantages for busy or geographically dispersed clients. Video calls and phone sessions allow for face-to-face conversations from home, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible options for shorter check-ins or for those who prefer writing. These formats help make therapy more accessible and easier to integrate into work, family, and caregiving schedules, supporting continuity of care regardless of life changes.