Sarah Watt, LMHC
Florida LMHC for trauma and addictions
- Trauma and addictions care
- EMDR and DBT informed
- 15 years experience
About Sarah Watt
Sarah Watt is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who brings a compassionate, practical approach to therapy in the digital age. She encourages people to acknowledge the effort it takes to seek a provider who aligns with their needs and beliefs, and she meets clients where they are with steady support and professional guidance. The LMHC credential denotes a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a clinician trained to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Her career began in Northeast Ohio with volunteer work that evolved into formal study. She earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology in 2003 and completed a master’s degree in counseling in 2007 at John Carroll University. After a family loss prompted a move to Florida, she put down roots there, started a family, and eventually opened a small private practice in 2017. That practice has served people dealing with dissociative disorders, trauma, and addiction-related challenges.
Over 15 years in the field, she has worked across diverse settings including inpatient hospital care, community mental health, residential treatment, in-school therapy, and outpatient services. Her work focuses on helping individuals lift themselves out of difficult life circumstances or learn to engage more fully with the life they have. She draws from a range of clinical approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, narrative and psychodynamic therapies, trauma-focused work, and Internal Family Systems to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
Sarah places particular emphasis on healing from trauma and attachment wounds, addressing addictions and dissociation, and supporting people through grief, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. She values the therapeutic relationship as the core of the change process and is open to preliminary conversations by phone or video so prospective clients can determine fit before beginning work together.
Her career began in Northeast Ohio with volunteer work that evolved into formal study. She earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology in 2003 and completed a master’s degree in counseling in 2007 at John Carroll University. After a family loss prompted a move to Florida, she put down roots there, started a family, and eventually opened a small private practice in 2017. That practice has served people dealing with dissociative disorders, trauma, and addiction-related challenges.
Over 15 years in the field, she has worked across diverse settings including inpatient hospital care, community mental health, residential treatment, in-school therapy, and outpatient services. Her work focuses on helping individuals lift themselves out of difficult life circumstances or learn to engage more fully with the life they have. She draws from a range of clinical approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, narrative and psychodynamic therapies, trauma-focused work, and Internal Family Systems to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
Sarah places particular emphasis on healing from trauma and attachment wounds, addressing addictions and dissociation, and supporting people through grief, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. She values the therapeutic relationship as the core of the change process and is open to preliminary conversations by phone or video so prospective clients can determine fit before beginning work together.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sarah Watt have?
Sarah Watt has 15 years of experience.
Is Sarah Watt a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC. License details: FL LMHC MH12814.
In which languages does Sarah Watt provide therapy?
Sarah Watt provides therapy in English.
Where is Sarah Watt located?
Sarah Watt is located in Florida.
How can I work with Sarah Watt as my therapist?
Clients can work with Sarah Watt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sarah Watt work with international clients?
Sarah Watt does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sarah Watt cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with their therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Therapy Be the Right Step?
Many people wonder whether remote counseling can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions, and it often provides a practical alternative for those seeking professional help.One major benefit is flexibility - clients may connect with therapists through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging, allowing therapy to fit alongside work, family, and other responsibilities. This range of options can make consistent care easier to maintain.
Licensed professionals provide these services, and individuals may switch therapists if they decide a different fit would be better. For many people, remote therapy makes access to skilled therapists more convenient while preserving the core elements of the therapeutic relationship.