Sarah DeSantis, LCSW
About me
Welcome! I’m Sarah DeSantis, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing virtual therapy in Florida. I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, eating disorders, overthinking, and managing life stressors.
Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed or mentally exhausted. Anxiety may feel constant and thoughts are difficult to quiet. You keep it together but struggles with rumination, self-esteem, and food may take up more space than you would like to admit.
​​​​If you are looking for anxiety therapy or eating disorder treatment in Florida, I offer virtual sessions designed to meet you where you are. Learn more about my background and approach below!
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My Approach
Virtual Therapy for adults and adolescents in Florida
My work is grounded in evidence-based treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I take a reflective and practical approach, helping you understand the patterns driving your anxiety or disordered eating while building concrete skills to create lasting change.
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Therapy with me is collaborative and structured. We will slow down to understand what is happening beneath the surface, and we will also focus on measurable shifts in thoughts, behaviors, and emotional regulation.
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While I am warm and supportive, I am also direct when appropriate. As trust develops, I will thoughtfully challenge patterns that are keeping you stuck, always within a respectful and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
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Our work is not only about symptom relief, but about helping you move toward the goals and life you want with greater clarity and confidence.
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​My Background
I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Long Island University and my Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. I have over ten years of experience providing therapy to individuals with eating disorders, anxiety, and related mental health concerns across multiple levels of care.
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Some of my professional experience includes working as an outpatient therapist in private practice and serving in leadership roles within specialized treatment programs including at one of the nation's leading eating disorder programs. Most recently, I served as the Clinical Director at a residential treatment facility, overseeing clinical programming, supervising therapists, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
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I collaborate closely with physicians, dietitians, and other healthcare providers when appropriate to ensure comprehensive, aligned treatment. I bring both clinical depth and a boutique approach to every client, combining evidence-based interventions with personalized, relational care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
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