Dr. Sarah Willey , MO Psychologist 2019045861

Dr. Sarah Willey is a licensed psychologist in Missouri (MO Psychologist 2019045861) who brings a calm, compassionate presence to clinical work. She completed her PsyD - a Doctor of Psychology degree - at Wheaton College in 2018 and has three years of professional experience across college counseling, inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, and work with the VA.

Her practice addresses depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem concerns, relationship and family challenges, grief, career and life transitions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue, along with related issues such as blended family dynamics, family of origin concerns, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, seasonal mood shifts, women's issues, workplace stress, and young adult transitions. She takes a client-centered stance, listening carefully to understand each person and tailoring care to individual needs.

Dr. Willey integrates evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered principles to help people build skills, clarify values, and move toward meaningful change. She views each person and their story as important and seeks to join clients for a season of work, witnessing both pain and progress along the way.

Approaches and Benefits of Online Therapeutic Care

Dr. Sarah Willey draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters most to them and build practical skills for moving toward those values - this approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, emphasizing empathic listening and collaboration so individuals feel heard while exploring difficult emotions and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core approach she applies to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop strategies for improving mood and managing stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Willey works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt methods based on their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Dr. Willey is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules or geographic distance. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals from home, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose the format that best fits how they like to communicate.