geometry-shapes iconLGBTQIA+, Family Conflict, Coping Skills, Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Community ExperienceLGBTQ+ Community Experience
Online in North Carolina
8 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Sarah accepts 27 insurers
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Compsych
Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medcost NC
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
State Health Plan | North Carolina
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Sarah

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My name is Sarah Pearce, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2018, receiving my Masters in Social Work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In 2008, prior to therapy, I worked in education as a teacher, social worker, and mental health support provider. In early 2023, I began my journey at Thriveworks. I am welcoming, warm, and able to assist people of all ages through difficult life transitions, relationships, and mental health experiences.

I enjoy working with adults, young adults, families, and children. I am able to empathetically connect across age groups. I think it is important to meet people where they are through an understanding, validating, and supportive lens while providing resources and support for their growth.

I am a nonjudgmental, understanding, empathetic person with the tools and resources to help you. If you are ready to connect, grow, and feel supported, schedule an appointment today.

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"As a therapist, I understand the importance of genuinely listening to the needs of others, and I have the knowledge to support your personal growth."

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Get to know Sarah

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

Forming positive relationships with others while supporting them through their mental health journey is such a special part of this work. Being a therapist allows me to utilize these relationships with others in a way to heal hearts and meet personal mental health goals for people of all ages.

What types of clients do you work best with?

I enjoy working with clients of all ages, I will meet you where you are. I enjoy working with children and their families and have the tools and strategies for engagements and growth. I really enjoy working with young adults and adults lowering stress, anxiety, and depression and support through life transitions. I also enjoy supporting marginalized communities including racial minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and financially disadvantaged people in order to support through imbalanced social/political systems.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I am most excited to work with people who need a supportive ear to process difficult life situations, lower anxiety/depression, or meet personal mental health goals. I enjoy working with people of all ages and look forward to assisting.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

In the first session, I want to get to know who you are and what your goals are. This session will be relaxed and we will set our intentions together for the course of care.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

It is normal and safe to seek therapy. I believe, one of the most valuable characteristics of a quality therapist is to remain nonjudgemental of their client's situation. When you bring your feelings to me, I will listen empathetically without judgement.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

I have spent time working in the public school system, supporting children and families with mental health supports, behavioral health supports, as well as supports for financial, social economic challenges, natural disasters, loss of housing, access to food, and educational supports (including disability support) and much more. During this time, I was able to connect with these children and families in a humanizing way to s empathy for a variety of experiences, be inspired by their resilience, and and grow as a human myself.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesLGBTQIA+, Family Conflict, Coping Skills, Anxiety, Codependency, Caregivers, Parenting, Seniors & Geriatric, Women’s Issues, Self Esteem, Mood Disorders, Peer Relationships, Performance Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Career Counseling, Panic Attack, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, School Issues, Life Transition, Grief, Divorce, Relationships, Depression
ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Any / Eclectic, Psychodynamic, Trauma-Focused, Positive Psychology, Narrative, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Family Systems, Family / Marital, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychotherapy, Interpersonal, Person-Centered Therapy, Integrative, Strength-Based Therapy, Expressive Arts, Humanistic / Rogerian, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Education and training

Years in practice
8 years
Graduating institute
Univeristy of North Carolina Wilmington
Graduating degree
Masters of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1265140529
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State of practiceNC
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License numberc015038
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Sarah Pearce

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)she/her