Sara Costello, LCSW

Background:

Sara Costello (LCSW) is a licensed clinical social worker at Life InSight with a wealth of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, depression, and other mood-related disorders. Her therapeutic approach draws from psychodynamic modalities, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psycho-educational methods to help clients understand the root causes of their difficulties while also providing practical tools for managing symptoms as well as the associated challenges that impact their families. With an additional background in motivational interviewing, Sara is dedicated to working collaboratively with each individual, tailoring her treatment to meet their unique needs and ensuring a supportive, holistic path to healing. She believes in a compassionate, individualized approach that empowers clients and their families to cope with and overcome the struggles that come with mental health conditions.

Education and Training:

Sara obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Quinnipiac University. Following this, she enrolled at New York University and received her Master’s in Social Work through the Silver School of Social Work. During her educational career, Sara focused on studying adults with severe mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. Sara also contributed to research by gathering participant data on the effects of PTSD on fear conditioning. This experience allowed her to deepen her understanding of how trauma impacts the brain and behavior. In addition to her studies, Sara has trained in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing both individual and group therapy. Group topics focused on activities of daily living, symptom management, psycho-education & understanding diagnoses, and co-occurring disorders.  Since that time, she has been in the field of private practice for 5+ years and maintains a passion for helping individuals navigate all walks of life. 

About me:

In her free time, Sara likes to take in the simple joys of life spent with her husband and daughter - be it cheering for their favorite hockey team, baking sweet treats, or taking long walks together. On rainy days, Sara can lose herself in a good book or catch up on reality TV, especially Survivor. With a deep compassion for animals, Sara is also dedicated to rescuing and caring for homeless cats and dogs. In fact, Sara and her family have adopted two dogs and four cats, many of whom have special needs. Whether she’s experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen or savoring a quiet stroll, Sara’s focus is on creating moments of happiness and peace for those around her.