SARA KISKA, MSW, LSW
Trauma-Informed Therapist in Ohio
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Licensed Social Worker — Ohio
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Telehealth Only
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BLS Certified (2025–2027)
Hello, I’m Sara — I’m glad you’re here
I’m a licensed social worker providing trauma‑informed, compassionate telehealth therapy to adults and teens (12+) across Ohio. My work is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s lived experience.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals navigating chronic and terminal illness, including dialysis, transplant, and hospice care. These roles have shaped my belief that healing requires both emotional safety and practical support — especially during life’s most overwhelming moments.
Whether you’re coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, medical stress, or major life transitions, I offer a steady, non‑judgmental space where you can explore what you’re carrying and begin building the tools you need to move forward.
My Background
Across my career, I’ve supported clients in intensive outpatient programs, transplant services, dialysis clinics, hospice care, behavioral health, and community‑based therapy. These experiences taught me how to show up for people during some of the hardest moments of their lives — with steadiness, clarity, and compassion.
For telehealth clients, this matters. It means I know how to help you navigate overwhelming emotions, complex medical stress, and major life transitions even when everything feels chaotic or uncertain. I’m comfortable stepping into difficult conversations, slowing things down, and helping you make sense of what you’re carrying.
Professional highlights that directly benefit you in telehealth:
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Associate Primary Therapist in a telehealth IOP setting I’m experienced in building strong therapeutic relationships through a screen — helping clients open up, stay engaged, and feel supported even from home.
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Developer of all psychosocial assessments for a Solid Organ Transplant Center I understand the emotional, medical, and logistical layers of chronic illness. If you’re dealing with health‑related stress, I can help you process it and advocate for yourself.
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Regional Lead Social Worker for DaVita Dialysis, supporting 90–150 patients Managing large caseloads taught me how to stay organized, responsive, and calm under pressure — qualities that help telehealth clients feel grounded and cared for.
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Behavioral Specialist Consultant across home, school, and community settings I’ve worked with people in real‑life environments, which helps me understand the challenges you face outside of sessions and tailor strategies that actually fit your life.
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Hospice and end‑of‑life support I’m comfortable sitting with grief, loss, fear, and uncertainty. If you’re navigating something heavy, you won’t have to do it alone.
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Extensive crisis intervention and care coordination experience I know how to help you stabilize, find clarity, and take the next step — even when everything feels overwhelming.
Therapeutic Approach
My approach to therapy is grounded in trauma‑informed care, compassion, and collaboration. I work to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood, especially when navigating difficult emotions or major life transitions. I draw from strengths‑based therapy to help you recognize the resilience you already carry, while integrating cognitive‑behavioral strategies to support insight, emotional regulation, and practical change. I also use motivational interviewing and solution‑focused techniques to help you identify what matters most to you and take meaningful steps forward at a pace that feels right. Whether we’re exploring trauma, managing anxiety or depression, or processing the stress of chronic or complex medical conditions, my goal is to offer steady, supportive guidance that helps you feel more grounded, empowered, and in control of your own healing.
Who I Work With
I work with teens (12+), adults, and seniors who are looking for a supportive and steady space to navigate life’s challenges. My telehealth practice is designed for individuals who want compassionate, trauma‑informed care from the comfort and privacy of their own home. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic illness, or major life transitions, I provide individualized support that meets you where you are and helps you move toward where you want to be.
Areas of Focus
I support adults and teens (12+) working through a wide range of emotional and medical‑related challenges. Much of my work centers on helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and the stress that comes with chronic or complex health conditions. I also work closely with individuals coping with grief, loss, caregiver strain, and major life transitions. My background in dialysis, transplant, and hospice settings allows me to offer specialized support for those managing medical uncertainty, long‑term treatment, or the emotional impact of illness. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to understand yourself more deeply, I provide a steady, compassionate space to help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for a supportive, collaborative space to work through life’s challenges, I’m here to help. Click below to schedule your first appointment.
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