Therapist in Medfield, Massachusetts Sarah Shields, Therapist
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 22-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Sarah Shields, MSW, LICSW
Specializes In:
Sarah Shields, LICSW, provides compassionate and tailored mental health care to individuals across Massachusetts. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment, Sarah empowers clients to address their challenges, develop effective problem-solving skills, and work toward their unique therapeutic goals. Her client-centered approach ensures that each individual feels heard and valued as they navigate the path toward greater emotional well-being. Sarah works with adults and seniors, offering individual and group therapy to meet a range of mental health needs.
Sarah is particularly passionate about supporting clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief. She has extensive experience helping individuals manage life transitions, such as navigating later-life changes, coping with loss, and overcoming the challenges of PTSD and trauma. Sarah’s empathetic approach and clinical expertise enable her to help clients build resilience, regain a sense of control, and achieve meaningful growth in their personal and emotional lives.
Utilizing evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Sarah provides effective interventions that address a variety of mental health concerns. She also specializes in supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, offering structured tools and strategies to manage mood fluctuations and enhance stability. Sarah’s dedication to creating a collaborative therapeutic process ensures that clients remain active participants in their care, fostering long-lasting positive outcomes.
Outside of her clinical work, Sarah enjoys reading, cooking, and spending quality time with her family. These hobbies bring balance and joy to her life, reflecting her belief in the importance of holistic well-being.
Sarah Shields serves clients throughout Massachusetts, offering compassionate care that empowers individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their mental health goals.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 22-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Stress management
- ADHD
- Aging
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Caregiving
- Depression/feeling down
- End-of-life challenges
- Grief & loss
- Intense mood changes
- Retirement
- Self-esteem
- Social skills & communication
- Stress from ongoing health issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tufts
Languages
- English
Education
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Bridgewater State University
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Sarah Shields. You can also call 508-919-5326 to have someone assist you.
Sarah Shields generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 508-919-5326 to find out Sarah Shields's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Sarah Shields:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tufts
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 508-919-5326 to see how we can help.
Sarah Shields is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Sarah Shields works at:
Yes, Sarah Shields does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Sarah Shields is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: