Sandra Gerardo

she/her

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Mood Disorders, Women’s Issues, Grief, Depression, Anxiety

Individual Counseling

Online in North Carolina

22 years in practice

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance

Sandra accepts 39 insurers

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

AvMed

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

Health First Health Plan

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Mass General Brigham (Optum)

Medcost NC

Medicare NC

Memorial Hermann Health Plan

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Oxford Health Plans

Poppins Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Scripps Health Plan

Sharp Health Plan

State Health Plan | North Carolina

Sutter Senior Care

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

Ventura County Health Care Plan

Western Health Advantage

Self pay

Self pay costs

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$160

subsequent sessions

About Sandra

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 22 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions. I understand how personal, emotional, academic, or work-related pressures can disrupt well-being, and I strive to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel seen, supported, and encouraged to pursue meaningful healing.

I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of Houston. Over the years, I have worked with diverse individuals and families, using approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, and strength-based support to promote insight, resilience, and practical growth.

My goal is to help you regain a sense of balance and control in your life. Together, we will explore your experiences, identify patterns that are holding you back, and build effective strategies to move forward. You deserve support that feels respectful and empowering, and I look forward to helping you take the next step.

"As someone who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I understand how deeply painful circumstances can shape us, and I believe that building new skills and having someone walk alongside you can bring clarity, strength, and light back into your life."

Get to know Sandra

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I enjoy the sense of connection I get from really making somebody feel understood.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Male and female, adults and teenagers.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

That therapy is a process of growth which requires honesty and open communication, being consistent.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

Establish Rapport.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

By using a comprehensive assessment for a personalized, collaborative treatment plan, with specific measurable goals.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMood Disorders, Women’s Issues, Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Self Esteem, Trauma / PTSD, Seniors & Geriatric, Social Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Panic Attack, Peer Relationships, Life Transition, Military / Veteran, Impulse Control Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Coping Skills, Anger Management, Bipolar Disorder

ApproachesPsychodynamic, Psychotherapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Multicultural, Narrative, Humanistic / Rogerian, Existential Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Attachment-Based, Behavioral Therapy, Any / Eclectic