Sarah Higgins, LCSW

Meet Sarah, LCSW

Hi, I’m Sarah Higgins—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia and a certified EMDR therapist. Although I’m based in Richmond, I offer online therapy for adults across the entire state of Virginia. I draw from a mix of approaches to meet each client where they are. EMDR, parts work, and somatic interventions are a big part of the work I do.


I have a special place in my heart for helping people who’ve experienced trauma firsthand—whether as victims, witnesses, or professionals who face it every day on the job. I work with teachers, nurses, doctors, first responders, fellow therapists, military members—you name it. If your work puts you in the path of emotional overwhelm, you’re not alone, and support is possible.

Sometimes, words just aren’t enough—and that’s okay. I use body-based and creative tools alongside traditional talk therapy and EMDR. These approaches can be especially helpful when trauma lives in the body in ways we can’t always explain.


While I do specialize in trauma, I also enjoy working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or just feeling weighed down by the stress of everyday life. Therapy doesn’t have to be about hitting “rock bottom”—sometimes, it’s just about having a space to breathe, reflect, and grow.


More than anything, I believe in the power of a strong, safe therapeutic relationship. I work hard to build trust and help clients feel grounded and supported. I keep my caseload small so I can really show up for the people I work with, and I’m all about building a real, human connection in the therapy room. And yes—promise—I actually return my emails and phone calls. :)



When I’m not working, you will find me attempting the WOD of the day at Crossfit, pretending to know what I’m doing as a hydroponic gardener, or wrangling a new chihuahua puppy (who does appear on screen as an official office mate). If you're curious about how we might work together, I’d love to connect.

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Licensing & Certifications

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), VA Board of Social Work, 2014


  • EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist, 2022



  • Advanced Certified Trauma Practitioner (ACTP), National Institute of Trauma & Loss in Children, 2016


Education

  • Virginia Commonwealth University: Master of Social Work



  • Virginia Tech: Bachelor of Science, Sociology & Psychology