Sarah Crane O'Neill, PLLC
About Sarah Crane O'Neill, PLLC
Compassionate, Experienced, and Here to Help
My Background
I earned a BA in Sociology from Brandeis University in 2004, and a Masters in Social Work from Smith College School for Social Work in 2008. Prior to opening my private practice in 2019, I provided mental health counseling to adult individuals and couples, families and children in a variety of settings, including Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center, Catholic Community Services, and Seattle Therapy Group. I also served as a case manager at Amara, a child welfare agency, where I supported foster and adoptive families. Last, I lead couples workshops for expectant and new parents (Bringing Baby Home) at Thresholds, an organization for childbirth education and support.
I am a fully Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State. I belong to the Washington Mental Health Counselors Association.
Therapeutic Approach
I meet you on a human level, guided by my core values of curiosity and kindness. I draw from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic and attachment theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals, and Self-Compassion. I believe in the healing power of relationships -- the relationship you have with yourself, your relationships with your loved ones past or present, as well as the working relationship I hope to build with you.
I offer in-office, walk-and-talk, and video sessions to provide flexibility and comfort in how we engage in counseling.
A Little More About Me
Originally from the Boston area, I've lived in Seattle for twenty years. I love the slightly slower pace and natural beauty of the Northwest. My husband and I have been married for sixteen years. We have two "tween"-age kids and a pup, Hugo. Some of my favorite activities are walking and hiking, yoga, writing, and summer dinners on the back porch that end with a trip to Molly Moons.
I identify as white, cisgender, and heterosexual. I strive to learn and grow in understanding my identity and privilege, in an effort to be as free of bias as possible in my practice.
I maintain a small caseload, which allows me to focus on providing high-quality, personalized care for each client. I prioritize my own personal and professional development through training, consultation, and going to counseling myself.
At home bonding with Hugo.
Areas of Expertise
My areas of expertise include stress management, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, parenting support, and foster care/adoption issues. But if the challenge you're facing isn't on this list, that doesn't mean we couldn't be a good fit working together.
