Works with
- Anger
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Sandra works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in
- Georgia
- Years in practice
- 23
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Sandra
Dr. Sandra Madaris is a Georgia-based licensed clinical social worker who helps people cope with addictions, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She brings 23 years of experience to her work and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.
Her approach is straightforward and respectful. Conversations are tailored to each person's needs. She listens closely, asks clear questions, and helps clients identify small, achievable goals for change.
Sessions blend evidence-informed methods with an emphasis on the person's own values and strengths.
Background and approach
Techniques may include exploring thoughts and behaviors, building emotional regulation skills, and strengthening relationships. The aim is to reduce distress and increase daily functioning. Dr.
Madaris uses a mix of therapeutic styles, choosing what fits the issue and the person. She works with people facing a range of concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and substance use challenges. Her training as a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and as a clinical social worker (CSW) informs a practical, person-centered way of working.
She encourages clients to take gradual steps, practice new skills between sessions, and notice small gains over time.
What Sandra works with
Everything Sandra lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Sandra's practice.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Sandra lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small actions that align with those values. It can help with anger, addiction, and low self-worth by shifting focus from avoidance to meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for depression, anxiety, and managing cravings or anger. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills; it can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when communication breaks down.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss the client's needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that fit. That plan can change over time as progress is made and priorities shift, with regular check-ins to see what helps most.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video calls let people work face-to-face without travel, phone sessions can work with lower bandwidth, and messaging or live chat can be useful for quick check-ins or practicing skills between meetings. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to keep momentum between sessions.
Questions people ask about Sandra
What concerns does she support?
She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem struggles, and depression, plus related issues like codependency and communication problems.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is respectful and down-to-earth. She listens, asks clear questions, and focuses on practical steps that fit each person's life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional experience working with a wide range of behavioral health concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia.
What languages are supported and is international care available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not taking international clients.
Which session formats are offered?
Sessions can be by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.