Sarah has been a wonderful therapist; so kind, intuitive, and genuine. I am thankful to have gotten the experience to work with her as she helps me navigate my life changes and perspective on self-worth. I highly recommend her to anyone.
Sarah Matas, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sarah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Sarah. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Sarah is a great therapist and wonderful person. It’s clear that she cares and works incredibly well with me. I highly recommend her to anybody who needs a therapist they know will make them feel worth it.
More about Sarah
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to find out more about me. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families manage life’s transitions. I received a Master’s degree from Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and have worked primarily in the world of hospice, medical home care and long-term care, visiting clients’ homes to help navigate chronic health issues, stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss and caregiver burnout.
My approach to therapy is to start in the here and now and to focus on my client’s strengths. I strongly believe that all of us, as individuals, are doing the very best we can with the tools we have on hand. Lasting change can and does occur when we develop new tools, new ways of seeing ourselves and new ways of interpreting the world around us. I take a humanistic approach to my work and recognize that each client is the real expert in this work we call therapy. My job is simply to understand, to show genuine, heartfelt concern and to empower each client to grow and change in the ways they envision. I also believe that our thoughts are powerful motivating forces but can also serve to de-motivate us. Have you ever experienced feeling sad or lonely because of the way you thought about something, only to later find out that your thinking was distorted? How crucial it is to uncover our dysfunctional thoughts!
Being a social worker is who I am, not something I do. Over the course of my life I’ve been a mother, including a stint as a single mom, a grandmother, a colleague, a boss and a caregiver and I know that I can help you get to that “better place” you envision for yourself.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Aging and geriatric issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Divorce and separation
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Midlife crisis
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Social anxiety and phobia
Visually impaired
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sarah Matas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992304455.
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW016566 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Sarah Matas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Sarah has been a wonderful therapist; so kind, intuitive, and genuine. I am thankful to have gotten the experience to work with her as she helps me navigate my life changes and perspective on self-worth. I highly recommend her to anyone.
Sarah is a great therapist and wonderful person. It’s clear that she cares and works incredibly well with me. I highly recommend her to anybody who needs a therapist they know will make them feel worth it.
Sarah is a wonderful counselor. Attentive, knowledgeable, flexible and shows she cares. I have a busy and ever changing schedule and she has always been able to work with me.
Sarah is incredibly helpful and understanding. I am confident that she's helping me and I recognize that I need to step up because of that. I'd definitely recommend her as she is a both a quality therapist and human being.
I was unsure of the process of online counseling, but knew I needed extra support right now. I was very curious about who and how I would be matched. I am SO pleased with the counselor I was paired with. I have received therapy and support at times in the past and don't think I've ever found someone who understood me so well right off the bat. She asked the right questions, make appropriate notes and we have built on that initial meeting ever since. She truly listens to me and provides me with valuable input and steps I can take to move forward. I have recommended BetterHelp to several people now, and only regret that once things return to "normal," it won't be feasible to meet with my counselor in person.
As a newbie to therapy, I have no benchmarks, but my experience with Sarah has been very positive so far. Her expertise in hospice matters and her general common sense and experiential wisdom are a good combination for me.
She’s been so patient and helpful during all those sessions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Sarah Matas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sarah Matas works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Sarah Matas speak?
Sarah Matas speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sarah Matas have?
Sarah Matas has 20 years of experience.
Where is Sarah Matas licensed to practice?
Sarah Matas is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Sarah Matas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sarah Matas does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Sarah Matas offer?
Sarah Matas offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sarah Matas?
Sarah Matas can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Sarah Matas?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.