A calm, evidence-based home for the over-thinker.
Sarah Mitchell, LCSW — Therapist in Brooklyn, NY.
What clients say
Sarah helped me understand my anxiety instead of just fighting it. For the first time in years I feel like I have room to breathe.
I came in completely burned out. The tools we built together are ones I still use every single week.
Warm, direct, and genuinely practical. Therapy with Sarah never felt like going through the motions.
Areas of focus
Anxiety
Most of my anxiety clients are high-functioning on the outside and exhausted on the inside. We work on the patterns that keep your nervous system stuck in 'on' — and build practical tools you can use in the moments that matter.
Burnout
Burnout isn't a willpower problem. We'll look at the systems and roles draining you, and rebuild a sustainable rhythm — without you having to quit your whole life.
Perfectionism
Perfectionism is usually a brilliant coping strategy that has outlived its usefulness. We work gently, in IFS, with the parts of you that learned 'always more, always better.'
Life transitions
New job, new city, new identity, new diagnosis — transitions are often when long-quiet feelings surface. We make space to grieve what's ending and clarify what's next.
Who I work with
I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety and burnout — particularly those who look 'fine' on the outside but feel exhausted, scattered, or stuck on the inside.
Services offered
About me
I work with high-achieving adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout. My approach blends cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness and parts work — practical tools, with the warmth of a real conversation.
Most of my clients are professionals, parents, and creatives in their 20s through 40s. We meet weekly, in person in Brooklyn or via secure video for anyone in New York State. Sessions are 50 minutes; longer formats are available for couples and intensive work.
My approach
I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real relationship — not a script. We'll work together to understand what your anxiety is trying to protect, and build the skills to respond to it differently.
Education & credentials
LCSW
- MSW, Columbia University School of Social Work
- BA Psychology, NYU
- Advanced training: CBT for Anxiety (Beck Institute), IFS Level 1
Languages spoken
What to expect
Our first session is 50 minutes, free of charge. We'll talk about what's bringing you in, what you've tried, and what you're hoping for. There's no pressure to have everything figured out — most people come in mid-spiral, and that's completely fine.
If we decide to work together, ongoing sessions are 50 minutes, usually weekly to start. I work collaboratively — I'll share observations, ask questions, and sometimes offer frameworks or tools from CBT or IFS, but you're always in the driver's seat on what feels useful.
Most clients start to notice a shift within the first 6–8 sessions. We'll check in on how things are going, and I'll never string you along in therapy longer than makes sense for you.
For new clients
$200 per 50-minute session
Not sure if you're covered? I'll help verify your benefits before we begin.
Cancellation policy
I ask for 24 hours notice for cancellations so I can offer that time to another client who needs it. Sessions cancelled with less notice are billed in full — I appreciate your understanding.
Good Faith Estimate
Under the No Surprises Act, uninsured and self-pay clients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected costs before starting services. Learn more.
Frequently asked questions
Resources
A small library of grounding, breathing, and reflection practices you can return to any time. None of these replace working with Sarah — they're meant to support you between sessions.
These practices are just the beginning.
In our work together we can build a personalized toolkit for your specific patterns and challenges.
Book a sessionThese practices are general self-care suggestions, not personalized clinical advice. If something doesn't feel right for you, please bring it up in your next session.
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