Sara DeVaney, LCSW, LICSW

Licensed in Oregon · 19 years in practice

Sara DeVaney is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Oregon with 19 years of experience.

License and registration

LCSW, Oregon: L4600 · expires June 2026
LICSW, Washington: LW 60974890 · expires May 2026
NPI: 1346484391 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 19
Languages: English

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About Sara

Sara DeVaney is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Oregon with 19 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She aims to listen without judgment and to meet people where they are.

Her approach is practical and collaborative. She tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs and goals. Sessions spotlight skills for managing difficult emotions, building confidence, and finding clearer motivation.

Background and approach

Sara uses several approaches depending on what a person needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice their values and take committed steps. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and shift behaviors.

Her style is straightforward and compassionate. She works alongside people as they try new ways of coping and make changes that matter. Progress often comes from small, consistent steps rather than big overnight shifts.

People come for help with grief, addictions, relationship strain, eating concerns, bipolar mood challenges, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Sara adjusts pacing and techniques so conversations feel manageable. Taking the first step can feel hard, and she aims to provide steady support through that process.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Sara lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Eating disorders
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD

Approaches Sara names

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Online support

How therapeutic methods fit into online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify personal values and take actions that align with those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and it often helps with anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and respect, giving people space to set the pace and priorities of their own work. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to try based on goals, preferences, and how they respond in early sessions. That plan can change over time as needs shift and progress emerges. Online sessions offer flexibility in how people connect. Video calls let conversations feel most like in-person meetings. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging support brief check-ins, ongoing coaching, and people who prefer writing to speaking. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and to continue care from different locations.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

Sara works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, motivation, and related issues such as grief, addictions, eating concerns, anger, bipolar symptoms, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is compassionate, straightforward, and collaborative. She focuses on practical skills and steps that people can use between sessions.

What is her professional background?

She has 19 years of professional work experience supporting people with a variety of mental health and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Oregon.

Can I work with her in a language other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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