Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW, CSW
Compassionate, practical support for emotional recovery
Details
| Name | Dr. Sandra Madaris |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW, CSW |
| Based in | Georgia |
| Licensed in | Georgia |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 23 |
About Sandra
Dr. Sandra Madaris is a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia who helps people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She speaks plainly with clients and creates a practical plan that fits each person’s needs.
Her approach is steady and respectful, aimed at making small, usable changes over time. With 23 years of experience, Dr. Madaris draws on several therapeutic methods to match the problem at hand.
Background and approach
She uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe their life story. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy as tools when they make sense. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused.
Dr. Madaris listens first, then works with each person to set short-term steps and longer-term goals. She emphasizes skills people can use between sessions to handle strong feelings and difficult situations.
Her background includes extensive work with substance use and emotional trauma, and she supports people dealing with relationship pain, caregiving stress, body image concerns, and life changes such as divorce or a cancer diagnosis. She also addresses personality-related challenges like avoidant or dependent patterns and problems with control or codependency. Dr.
Madaris offers therapy in English and conducts sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Fees vary by location and follow a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and appointments are scheduled based on availability.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Anger management among the things Sandra works with, alongside the areas below.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT): Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Jungian Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Somatic Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Sandra among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Sandra directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Sandra directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Approaches that guide online work
The practitioner combines Narrative Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people rethink painful life stories and take values-based steps forward. Narrative Therapy focuses on separating a person from a problem so they can rewrite how they see themselves. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and still choose actions that match their values.Client-Centered Therapy also plays a role in her online practice. That approach emphasizes listening without judgment and shaping sessions around the person's priorities to promote trust and self-direction. Together these methods help with addictions, trauma, mood struggles, and problems with self-worth by mixing story work, practical action, and steady support.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about what feels useful and adjust methods based on needs, goals, and preferences. This is a collaborative process where approach and pace are guided by the client.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for fuller conversation and visual cues. Phone calls can be easier when lower bandwidth or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, notes between sessions, or flexible scheduling during a busy day.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does this therapist address?
She helps people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues such as codependency and caregiver stress.
What is the therapist's style in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and respectful. The therapist listens closely, then collaborates on practical steps and skills to use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional experience working with people on substance use, trauma, and emotional regulation concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
The clinician holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia.
Which languages are supported and are international clients seen?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with this clinician?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments based on the therapist's availability.
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