Sarah Donahue
MSW, LICSW
Educational Background
Sarah Donahue holds both a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of North Dakota. Originally from the Iron Range, Sarah now resides in Georgia, yet she remains deeply connected to her roots by offering Telehealth Psychotherapy services to her home community through Lakeview Behavioral Health.
Clinical Experience and Approaches
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Sarah is committed to providing client-centered care. She employs a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including:
Somatic Therapy
Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Relational Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Strengths-Based CBT
Narrative Therapy
Her clinical experience encompasses diverse settings, including Children and Family Therapy, Day Treatment Programming, advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, and School-Based Therapy. This broad foundation informs her adaptable and individualized approach to each client’s unique needs.
Specialized Focus and Philosophy
With specialized training in early childhood intervention, Sarah supports adults seeking healing from unresolved childhood trauma or adverse experiences that continue to impact their daily lives and relationships. She takes great care to collaborate with clients in developing treatment plans that honor the holistic integration of body, mind, and spirit. For those interested, she respectfully incorporates Faith-based practices, always honoring the individual beliefs and values of each client.
Personal Statement
Rooted in both personal and professional experiences, Sarah is deeply passionate about supporting others on their journeys of recovery and healing. She is honored to walk alongside clients with empathy and encouragement as they pursue their goals and strive for greater meaning, connection, and fulfillment in their lives.
Outside the Therapy Room
In her free time, Sarah enjoys discovering new coffee shops, savoring cozy moments, exploring the outdoors with her husband, relaxing at home with their beloved cat and dog, and spending quality time with friends and family. She believes that balance, joy, and connection outside of work enrich her ability to support clients within it.