- Collaborative care
- Practical tools
- Compassionate listening
About Sarah
Sarah DuVall Murray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey. She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where adults can talk through the problems they are facing. Sarah listens closely and works with each person to shape a plan that fits their life and goals.
She believes real change grows from an honest relationship between client and therapist. That relationship is built on acceptance, compassion, and practical care. Sarah frames distress as part of life and helps people learn to tolerate, accept, and find meaning in struggle rather than promising its removal.
Her work focuses on common concerns like depression, anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, and relationship struggles. She also supports people wrestling with parenting pressures, family problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, anger, and self-esteem issues. Mood disorders and young adult concerns are part of her practice as well.
Sarah blends approaches so therapy can be tailored to what a person needs. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools, and integrates psychodynamic ideas and some Eastern philosophy. She often shares short readings and practical resources to build skills between sessions.
Sarah holds a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South. Over a 12-year career she has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings, psychiatric emergency services, and community mental health with seriously mentally ill adults.
Approaches that translate well to online work
CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic ideas can all be adapted to remote conversation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors; it often uses short exercises and homework to build skills useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved communication; it offers concrete skills for overwhelm, strong emotions, and interpersonal conflict. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at patterns that repeat over time and how past relationships shape present choices; it can help people understand recurring relationship or life-course themes.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick which methods match their goals and preferences. That may mean blending techniques and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the session formats before booking so you know what options are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, avoid travel, shorten check-ins when needed, and continue care while managing life demands. Licensed professionals use these approaches to help people practice skills, reflect on patterns, and track progress over time.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she address?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life changes, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens closely, explains ideas plainly, and shares readings or exercises when they may help.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working in outpatient and inpatient settings and in psychiatric emergency services.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New Jersey.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.