- Strength-based approach
- 15 years experience
- Works with adults
About Sandra
Sandra Treston is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 15 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and codependency. Sandra writes and talks plainly, offering steady support while clients figure out next steps.
She approaches work with empathy and without judgment. Her style is strength-based and practical. Sandra focuses on building skills, offering encouragement, and serving as a sounding board while clients practice new ways of coping.
Sandra uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. She draws from acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive strategies, emotionally focused work, and skills drawn from dialectical practice. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful patterns and replace them with manageable habits and choices.
Her experience spans 15 years in Florida settings with adults who face mood disorders, trauma, substance concerns, and relationship struggles. She helps people rebuild self-esteem, manage anger, and find purpose after major life changes. Sandra also addresses body image, communication problems, forgiveness, and feelings of emptiness.
In the room, clients can expect clear goals and a plan of action. Sandra will help set small, practical steps to try between sessions. The focus is on steady progress, not quick fixes, and on reconnecting people with strengths they already have.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and feeling stuck when life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting patterns in thinking and behavior and then practicing different responses. CBT often helps with depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. Emotionally-Focused Therapy centers on understanding emotions and improving connection with oneself; it can help people process grief, intimacy issues, and strong feelings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences. Together they will decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on what helps most.
The original profile does not list the specific online session formats used, so confirm available formats before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to keep continuity after life changes. Licensed professionals can still use ACT, CBT, and emotionally focused tools effectively over distance, and Sandra will adapt exercises and homework so they work between sessions.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Sandra help with?
Sandra works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and related issues such as codependency, self-esteem, intimacy concerns, and relationship problems.
What is her typical therapy style?
She takes an empathetic, non-judgmental, strength-based style that emphasizes practical skills, encouragement, and collaborative goal-setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Sandra brings 15 years of experience working with adults across a range of settings and concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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