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Sandra Anderson

Sandra Anderson, LCSW

Therapist · Florida · 12+ years of experience

Compassionate LCSW guiding practical change

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At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LCSW · No. Sw14358
NPI
1144672148

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  • Client-centered
  • Mindfulness-based
  • Goal focused

About Sandra

Sandra Anderson is a Florida-based licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. Sandra supports parents navigating parenting challenges and people dealing with family conflict, trauma, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

She creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals. Sandra uses listening and gentle guidance to help people notice patterns and try new ways of coping.

Her work often combines acceptance and commitment ideas with cognitive behavioral tools and mindfulness practices. She helps people notice what matters to them, shift unhelpful thinking, and build small habits that make daily life easier. Client-centered principles guide the pace and focus of each session.

Sandra also pays attention to concerns that come with aging and geriatric issues, helping people and caregivers adapt to changing routines and roles. She approaches those conversations with patience and respect for each person’s priorities.

People who choose her typically want straightforward guidance and a calm space to sort things out. To begin, clients use the site’s Start Therapy process to match and schedule based on availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and making choices during life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change patterns that cause distress. It can help with anxiety, depression, and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and happens together. Sandra will help you choose which methods to try based on your goals, what has or hasn’t worked before, and your everyday schedule. The focus is collaborative: you and the therapist decide what to try and adjust as you go.

Session format details aren’t listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can still fit into busy lives by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and letting people join from different locations. It can make regular appointments easier to keep and let therapy tools be practiced in daily routines. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT and CBT exercises for remote sessions so progress continues between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sandra commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, bipolar concerns, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to family and parenting. Aging and geriatric issues are also an area of focus.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is client-centered and practical. She listens, helps set clear goals, and uses exercises you can practice between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and region are listed?

She is a LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - licensed in Florida.

Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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