Works with
- Anger
- Addictions
How Sarah works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MD, LCPC
- Licensed in
- Maryland
- Years in practice
- 30
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Sarah
Sarah Riggs is a licensed clinician who uses practical, evidence-based strategies to help people manage strong emotions and life stresses. She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Sarah draws on three decades of clinical experience to support people facing anger, addiction, mood disorders, anxiety, and major life changes.
She works in a direct, respectful way and listens first to understand each person’s situation. Sessions focus on clear goals and simple skills that can be tried between meetings.
Background and approach
Conversations and plans are adapted to each person’s needs rather than following a fixed template. Sarah has long experience helping people with drug and alcohol problems and related issues such as post-traumatic stress and workplace stress. She also addresses grief, relationship concerns, bipolar and depressive moods, ADHD, and self-esteem challenges.
Her practice reflects attention to multicultural concerns and personality disorder presentations when those are part of someone’s story. Clients can expect straightforward tools to manage anxiety, reduce reactivity, and improve day-to-day coping. Sarah emphasizes small, achievable steps and supports people as they try new approaches.
She encourages questions and adjusts pace according to how people respond. Her work is grounded in practical problem solving and sustained clinical experience in Maryland. Sarah aims to empower people to make changes that feel meaningful and doable, while honoring the courage it takes to begin that work.
What Sarah works with
Everything Sarah lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Sarah's practice.
- Addictions
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Evidence-based approaches you can use online
Sarah draws on practical, evidence-based techniques that teach skills to manage strong feelings and addictive urges. One common approach focuses on teaching emotion regulation and coping strategies so people can reduce anger and anxiety in daily life. These are step-by-step skills used during sessions and practiced between meetings to build new habits.Another useful approach addresses addictive behaviors and relapse prevention by identifying triggers, creating safer routines, and developing alternate coping actions. This work often involves clear planning, role-playing responses, and tracking progress over time to reduce risky behavior.
Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each person to identify goals, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what helps most. That means starting with an assessment, picking techniques that fit the person’s needs, and reviewing progress regularly.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skill teaching and demonstration. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging can work well for brief check-ins, coping reminders, or when written reflection fits someone’s routine. These formats help therapy fit into busy schedules and different lifestyles.
Questions people ask about Sarah
What concerns does Sarah commonly address?
She helps people with addictions, anger, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, ADHD, relationship and workplace stress, and coping with life changes.
What is Sarah’s therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and goal-focused, using evidence-based techniques and clear skills people can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 30 years of professional experience working with a range of mood, addiction, and stress-related concerns.
What credentials and region are listed for this clinician?
She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and practices in Maryland.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are used for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this clinician?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.