Sara Fischer Sanford
Before I was a therapist, I was a seeker—someone moving through my own questions about pain, resilience, connection, and what it truly means to feel whole. I didn’t wake up one day with all the answers. I lived through the questions. I’ve known what it feels like to carry stories that haven’t been witnessed, to long for spaces where I could show up fully, and to crave a life where healing felt possible—not just for others, but for myself, too. These experiences didn’t break me—they shaped me. They deepened my empathy, sharpened my intuition, and gave me the fierce belief that no one is beyond healing. It’s this lived perspective that brought me to the field of clinical social work, and it’s what continues to fuel my passion for this work every single day. After earning my Master’s in Social Work and becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I dedicated my practice to working with individuals and couples navigating trauma, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship dynamics. But I don’t see therapy as “fixing” people. That word doesn’t sit right with me—because you’re not broken. You’re surviving, adapting, coping, and often doing the very best you can with what you’ve been given. To me, therapy is a collaborative space where we explore not just what happened to you, but how it lives in your body, your relationships, your thoughts, and your sense of self. It’s not about pushing you into a mold or telling you who you should be. It’s about helping you reconnect with your truth, at your own pace, in a space where you feel safe, affirmed, and seen. Healing is never linear. It’s not quick. It’s not clean. But it is sacred. And I’m here to walk beside you—not as an expert who has it all figured out, but as a grounded, compassionate guide who will meet you exactly where you are. You deserve a space where you can bring your whole self—your pain, your joy, your questions, your contradictions—and be met with curiosity, care, and respect. That’s the space I strive to hold.
About Me
Certifications:
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Specialty:
Behavioral/Mental Health, Counselor, Mental Health, Social Worker, Behavioral Health, Psychotherapy
Languages:
English
Gender:
Woman
Ethnicity:
White
Sexual Orientation:
Straight
Insurance accepted:
Any
Patient Focus
- Intersex
- Seniors
- Transgender/Nonbinary
- Youth
Approach
- Harm Reduction
- Weight Inclusive
- Informed Consent
- Racial Equity
- Sex Positive
- Trauma Informed Care
Location
- Sara Sanford TherapyVirtual