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About Sandra
Sandra is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the District of Columbia and Maryland. For the last decade, she has been advocating for individuals and families struggling with mental health concerns. She has provided therapeutic services to a diverse array of individuals of all ages, primarily focused on childhood trauma. Through her work, she is committed to helping people overcome eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other similar stressors that affect all of us at some time in our lives.
Sandra believes that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment, and she cooperatively assists her clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, she draws from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation.
As a therapist, Sandra is warm, open, encouraging, and direct. She considers herself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling. She strongly believes that change can happen in one's life at any point if one is willing and able. Her goal is to provide a safe space for clients to feel accepted, understood, and valued. Sandra looks forward to starting this journey with you.

"As a helping professional with experience in a variety of settings from child welfare to public service, I have a unique variety of skills to help individuals of all ages through life's most difficult challenges. "
Get to know Sandra
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I decided to become a counselor because when I was a teenager a counselor helped me through a difficult period in my life.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with clients who are committed to the process of change and understand that they are responsible for their part in the therapeutic relationship.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am most excited to work with clients who are ready and willing to make changes in their lives.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
I wish all clients knew that we all struggle with mental health challenges and it is okay.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I choose Thriveworks because they treat me like family, they are always available to offer assistance, and they value their clients.
What inspires you?
I am inspired by random acts of kindness and vulnerability.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
In the first session I want to understand the challenges that brought the individual to me, and I want to offer at least one strategy for change before we end the session.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 20 years
- Graduating institute
- University of Maryland
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
