Sarah Elaine Zimmerman (She/Her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C (MD), LCSW-R (NY), LCSW (FL, VA), EMDR Certified Psychotherapist
In-Person in Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
If you are struggling with negative thoughts, stress, shame or intense emotions, you don't have to work through this alone. Trauma and Anxiety can impact your self worth, work and relationships. You want a therapist who is not only caring but has the expertise to teach skills that you need to move forward. I'll help you make some immediate changes to feel calmer and more in control. You deserve to feel happy in your life and relationships.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused (EFT)
- Psychodynamic
Approach Description: My approach is empathetic, client-focused and dedicated to targeting negative thoughts and emotions. I want treatment to be a team effort that feels supportive and challenging for you. I ask that you continue to practice skills in between sessions as homework. This will help you to feel empowered to make permanent changes to your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Education & Credentials
Sarah Elaine Zimmerman LCSW-C (MD), LCSW-R (NY), LCSW (FL, VA), EMDR Certified Psychotherapist
- Female
- License # SW17459
- Licensed in FL
- Practicing Since 1996
Education: Master of Social Work
Clinical license
R Psychotherapy privilege (NY)
EMDRIA certified EMDR Clinician
CCTP-II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II
CCATP Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $175.
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I receive three spaces for sliding scale fees.
- Out of Network
Sarah Elaine Zimmerman Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
- Available Online for residents of Multiple States Florida, Maryland, New York, Virginia
- Online Therapy Details: Teletherapy via Doxy.me
For over 25 years, I've provided therapy as a Clinical Social Worker. I'm a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider and licensed in NY, Virginia and Florida. I tailor treatment to the individual for symptom reduction and the best possible outcome. Depending on your needs, our work may include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. We can effectively work on past and present issues simultaneously using these techniques. You can develop healthier coping skills and strategies to feel better in all aspects of your life.