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Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW - Addictions and Trauma
See online therapy options- Addictions support
- CBT and ACT
- Mood and anger
About Sandra
Dr. Sandra Madaris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia with 23 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment and personality-related issues, caregiver stress, and relationship communication problems.
Her approach is practical and conversational. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits, then trying small changes to see what helps.
In sessions she listens to what is most pressing and lays out concrete steps. That might mean tracking moods, practicing new ways to respond to strong feelings, or testing different coping strategies between meetings. The work is step-by-step and action oriented.
Her background in social work means she brings experience from many settings and many kinds of problems. She guides people toward clearer day-to-day strategies for handling stress, cravings, anger, or low mood. Progress is based on practical changes and regular check-ins.
To get started, people select the online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her online sessions use CBT and related approaches
Dr. Madaris commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thinking patterns and try new behaviors. CBT sessions often include practical exercises, tracking moods or triggers, and testing small changes between meetings to see what helps with depression, anger, or addictive urges.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people accept difficult feelings while committing to actions that align with their values. Client-centered techniques are used to keep conversations focused on the person’s priorities and immediate concerns. These approaches aim to be concrete and action focused so progress is measurable.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. During early sessions she will review goals, ask about what has or hasn't worked before, and collaborate on a plan that fits the person's needs and preferences. That plan can mix CBT, ACT, DBT skills, and client-centered discussion as useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it easier to schedule around work or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She addresses addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, and depression, plus related concerns like caregiver stress, codependency, and communication problems.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions include tracking patterns and practicing different responses between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She holds the LCSW and CSW credentials and has 23 years of professional experience working with people facing addiction, trauma, mood, and anger issues.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed in Georgia as an LCSW and practices with that credential in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location. Confirm pricing details when you choose your plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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