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Sara Lopes

LMHC

Sara Lopes , LMHC

Therapist in Massachusetts

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About Sara

Sara Lopes is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who combines clinical training with hands-on social work experience to support people facing complex life challenges. She has worked extensively with individuals experiencing homelessness, serious mental health conditions, and substance use issues, and has also provided services to low-income clients dealing with housing instability and related stressors. Sara draws on a range of evidence-informed methods and adapts them to each person she meets, taking time to understand who they are and moving at a pace that feels right for them.

Her clinical toolbox includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and she also integrates Solution-Focused and Narrative approaches when they fit the goals of treatment. This flexibility allows her to tailor care for individuals or couples, with an emphasis on practical strategies that can produce meaningful shifts while building long-term confidence and coping skills. Clients can expect to be treated with respect, care, and compassion, and to have a collaborative guide who supports them in becoming the version of themselves that feels authentic and sustainable.

Sara is available for messaging and live chat sessions for new clients for the foreseeable future and maintains online office hours Monday through Saturday. Sunday is her personal day and she does not respond to messages or schedule sessions then; messages received after Saturday evening are answered on Monday.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sara integrates Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client sets the pace and priorities; this approach supports self-exploration and helps with relationship, self-esteem, and identity concerns. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, or problematic coping, offering concrete skills for everyday challenges. Motivational Interviewing is part of her work when clients are facing difficult changes such as substance use or other behavior change goals - this collaborative style helps clarify values and strengthen motivation to take steps toward a healthier life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sara works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for each person.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to access care from different locations. For many people, these options increase consistency and make it simpler to engage with licensed professionals and therapists while working toward meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sara Lopes have?

Sara Lopes has 8 years of experience working with people facing mental health and addiction challenges.

Is Sara Lopes a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are MA LMHC 11731.

In which languages does Sara Lopes provide therapy?

Sara provides therapy in English.

Where is Sara Lopes located?

She is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Sara Lopes as my therapist?

You can work with Sara Lopes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sara Lopes work with international clients?

No. Sara Lopes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sara Lopes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Massachusetts

Languages

English

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