Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Addictions and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW004312
- NPI
- 1346796307
- Experience
- 23 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Sandra supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addictions support
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and ACT methods
About Sandra
Dr. Sandra Madaris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Georgia with 23 years of experience. She works with people who are coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. She uses methods drawn from acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused work, and client-centered therapy. That mix helps address thoughts, emotions, behavior patterns, and relationship responses in clear ways.
In sessions she listens to specific concerns and helps set manageable goals. Expect to talk through current problems, notice patterns that keep problems going, and try small experiments to test new ways of handling things. She pays attention to stress from caregiving, relationship strain, and life transitions that affect mood and coping.
Dr. Madaris has worked with people facing a wide range of issues, from substance use and codependency to abuse, abandonment, and the impact of illness or aging. She also addresses communication and control issues, body image, and separation and divorce concerns.
Practical details about starting include a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing values-based actions. It helps when thoughts or urges get in the way of daily goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses doable exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for depression, anxiety, and mood-related issues. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Madaris will discuss what feels most useful and adjust methods based on the client's goals and preferences. The decision about which strategies to use is collaborative and can change over time as needs evolve. The site biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing sessions during breaks or from other locations. It can also let sessions focus on skill practice between meetings and shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length, frequency, and how the subscription model applies to scheduling and payment before your first meeting.CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
Dr. Madaris helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem problems, and depression. She also works on related concerns such as codependency, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversational style that draws on ACT, CBT, DBT, EFT, and client-centered approaches. The work focuses on clear goals, noticing patterns, and trying specific skills between sessions.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 23 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice. That experience includes work with substance use, trauma, and mood concerns.
Is she licensed to practice in Georgia?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia and also holds the CSW credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
What should I do to get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin the process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers