Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

2 Endorsed

Saint Louis, MO 63108

Photo of Sara Blackwood, PLPC, CTP, Counselor

Do you ever feel misunderstood or like you don’t fit in? Is this causing you to feel anxious or disconnected from life? As a queer mental health professional, I have experience working with autistic adults, ADHD, trauma, depression and anxiety.

I believe in identifying and building upon your strengths. Utilizing techniques from DBT, CBT, and mindfulness, I strive to help you process emotions and develop coping skills for when you feel overwhelmed or experience sensory overload.

Working through trauma can be scary and overwhelming. My goal is to partner with you as you challenge patterns in life and relationships that contribute to anxiety and depression. I am an LGBTQ+, ENM, and kink-affirming therapist. Schedule a phone consultation today to see if I may be a good fit for your counseling journey.

Call or Email Sara Blackwood now for a free 15 minute consultation - (314) 947-5640

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 947-5640

Bend, OR 97703

Hello! I am an LGBTQIA affirming telemental health therapist Licensed in both Missouri and Oregon! I take Aetna and Cigna insurance.

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (314) 947-5640

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 947-5640

Bend, OR 97703

Hello! I am an LGBTQIA affirming telemental health therapist Licensed in both Missouri and Oregon! I take Aetna and Cigna insurance.

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth

I am able to take Cigna and Aetna insurance in MO and OR as well as BCBS Regency in OR. I offer a sliding scale for private pay.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

I am able to take Cigna and Aetna insurance in MO and OR as well as BCBS Regency in OR. I offer a sliding scale for private pay.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Missouri / 2024030698 Supervised by Stephanie Stockham-Ronollo (Missouri / 2016015066) Sara Blackwood
In Practice for 1 Year
License: State of Oregon R9793 / 2024
Certificate from Evergreen CMTH-A / 2024
Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, MA Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2024

I am currently NCC certified and hold a certificate as a Certified Telemental Health Provider-Associate (CTMP-A) as well as a certificate as a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

I am currently NCC certified and hold a certificate as a Certified Telemental Health Provider-Associate (CTMP-A) as well as a certificate as a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP)

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Asperger's Syndrome
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Child
Coping Skills
Depression
Developmental Disorders
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Education and Learning Disabilities
Emotional Disturbance
Impulse Control Disorders
Intellectual Disability
LGBTQ+
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Personality Disorders
Psychosis
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

2 Endorsements

Joanna Brodersen

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

Sara is a wonderful therapist and brings a lot of skills to the neurodivergent community!.

Crystal Barry

MA, PLPC

Sara is a great therapist who is dedicated to understanding her clients and supporting their healing journey, all while providing education along the way.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I am currently also being trained in EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

I am currently also being trained in EMDR

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

Location

Primary Location

Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 947-5640

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Bend, OR 97703

(314) 947-5640

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Hello! I am an LGBTQIA affirming telemental health therapist Licensed in both Missouri and Oregon! I take Aetna and Cigna insurance.

Call for a free consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP

Hello! I am an LGBTQIA affirming telemental health therapist Licensed in both Missouri and Oregon! I take Aetna and Cigna insurance.

Call for a free consultation now - (314) 947-5640

Sara Blackwood

Counselor, PLPC, CTP