About Sarah Dickinson
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Psychotherapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Biofeedback
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Art Therapy
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Sarah Dickinson
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Master’s degree with honors from Fordham University and advanced training in suicide prevention, crisis intervention, emergency mental health, and trauma-focused CBT. I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, with experience across individual, family, group, and couples work. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, life transitions, chronic stress, eating disorders, identity concerns, and relational challenges, with a strong focus on survivors of trauma, sexual violence, religious trauma, and LGBTQ+ clients.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. I draw from person-centered therapy while integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness-based approaches, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. I strive to create a therapeutic space where you can safely explore your experiences, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with your sense of self.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Welcome to Therapy with Sarah Dickinson
Welcome. I’m Sarah Dickinson, a Licensed Master Social Worker based in New York (Dutchess County), and I’m honored to support you as you begin your healing journey toward greater clarity, connection, and self-understanding.
About Me
I earned my Master’s degree with honors from Fordham University and have advanced training in suicide prevention, crisis intervention, emergency mental health, and trauma-focused CBT. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan in individual, family, group, and couples settings. My clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, life transitions, chronic conditions, eating disorders, identity exploration, and relational challenges, with a strong commitment to supporting survivors of trauma, sexual violence, religious trauma, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
My Approach
In our work together, you can expect a warm, open, and non-judgmental space where you are met with curiosity, respect, and genuine care. I believe therapy works best when it feels safe enough for you to be fully yourself, and I strive to create a space where both honesty and humanity are welcome.
Empowerment and Collaboration
Therapy is a collaborative process. You are the expert in your own life, and I work alongside you to help you better understand your experiences, strengthen your sense of self, and build tools that support emotional balance and resilience.
Holistic Perspective
I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach that considers the whole person—mind, body, emotions, and lived experience. Together, we explore how your past and present experiences shape your thoughts, emotions, and relationships.
Tailored Treatment
I integrate evidence-based modalities including DBT, CBT, ACT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness-based therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and somatic approaches. Treatment is always adapted to your unique needs, goals, and pace.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
What is your typical process for working with clients?
1. Initial Consultation
We begin by discussing your history, current concerns, and what brought you to therapy in a supportive and collaborative space.
2. Establishing Goals
Together, we identify meaningful goals that reflect what you want to change, understand, or improve in your life.
3. Personalized Treatment Plan
I create a treatment plan tailored to your needs, drawing from evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.
4. Therapeutic Modalities
Sessions may include CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, somatic work, and solution-focused interventions.
5. Creating a Safe Space
I prioritize a warm, non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to explore emotions, experiences, and patterns.
6. Exploration and Processing
We work together to understand your experiences, identify patterns, and process emotions in a way that feels manageable and supportive.
7. Skill Building
We focus on practical coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and tools to help you manage stress and relationships more effectively.
8. Integration
You’ll learn how to apply insights and skills from therapy into your daily life in meaningful and sustainable ways.
9. Ongoing Progress Review
We regularly check in on your progress and adjust the approach as your needs and goals evolve.
10. Continued Support
Throughout your journey, I provide consistent support to help you build resilience, confidence, and long-term emotional well-being.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Fordham University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1255228573
How soon can I make an appointment with Sarah Dickinson?
Generally, Sarah Dickinson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Sarah Dickinson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Sarah Dickinson accepting new patients?
Sarah Dickinson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Sarah Dickinson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Sarah Dickinson accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Sarah Dickinson online?
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What practice does Sarah Dickinson work with?
Sarah Dickinson works with The Non-Therapy Company Ltd..
What are common reasons for patients to see Sarah Dickinson?
Sarah Dickinson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Sarah Dickinson on their profile.
What languages does Sarah Dickinson speak?
Sarah Dickinson speaks English.