Therapist in Springfield, Illinois Sarah Spurling, Therapist

Provider Gender: Female

Ages Served: 18-65+

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Sarah Spurling, MSW, LSW

Sarah Spurling she/they is a compassionate Licensed Social Worker based in Illinois, holding an MSW from the University at Buffalo, SUNY. With a commitment to cultural sensitivity and supporting LGBTQ+ populations, Sarah s practice is grounded in an identity-affirming, anti-oppressive framework that respects and validates diverse lived experiences.

Drawing from a rich tapestry of therapeutic modalities including psychodynamic/psychoanalytic, humanistic, existential, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapies, Sarah tailors her approach to each individual s unique needs and circumstances. Embracing a person-centered, eclectic philosophy, she meets clients where they are, valuing their strengths, and collaboratively working towards their goals. Sarah specializes in creating a safe and inclusive space for those who have felt marginalized or misunderstood. She believes deeply in the transformative power of feeling understood and endeavors to foster healing through empathetic connection and genuine support.

Expertise

Insurances Accepted

Interventions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Populations

Education

University at Buffalo

Graduate School | 2022

Buffalo, NY, United States
University at Buffalo Motivational Interviewing Center

Internship | 2022

Buffalo, NY, United States
Child & Family Services

Internship | 2021

Buffalo, NY, United States
Rollins College

Undergraduate | 2012

Winter Park, FL, United States