"Guiding Young Minds, Growing Stronger Futures"

Empowering children, teens, and young adults to overcome challenges and thrive with confidence.
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About

Welcome!

Hi there! I'm Sara, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Heartfelt Healing. I’m passionate about supporting children, teens, and young adults as they navigate life’s ups and downs. Whether it's managing anxiety, working through trauma, or building self-confidence, I'm here to provide a safe, compassionate space for growth and healing. I believe in empowering young minds with the tools they need to thrive, all while making the process supportive and approachable. I can’t wait to join you on this journey! Education: Master’s in Social Work, University at Buffalo, 2011 BA in Sociology, SUNY Fredonia, 2005 Experience: Founder, Heartfelt Healing (2024 – Present) Clinical Director, Lukas Counseling (2022 – 2024) School Social Worker, Hillsborough County Public Schools (2022 – 2024) Clinician, Clearpath Health, LLC (2021 – 2022) School Social Worker, Pine Valley Central School District (2015 – 2016) Clinician and ER Clinician, UPMC Hamot Hospital (2011 – 2016) Specialties: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Anxiety and Trauma Therapy School Social Work (IEP/504) Feel free to reach out to learn how we can work together to help you or your loved one navigate life's challenges!
Sara Arter
LCSW

Services

"Healing is rediscovering the strength and peace already within you."

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Abandonment
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Attachment Issues
  • Body Image Disorders
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Fears/Phobias
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Perfectionism
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • PTSD
  • School Issues
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Fees

  • Individual Therapy: $135
  • Intake: $150
  • Group Therapy: $50
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