Sandra Russalesi, LCSW, CSW

Licensed in Colorado · 25 years in practice

Sandra Russalesi brings 25 years of professional experience to her work with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.

License and registration

LCSW, Colorado: CSW.00992689 · expires August 2027
NPI: 1023206034 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 25
Languages: English

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About Sandra

Sandra Russalesi brings 25 years of professional experience to her work with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Colorado and speaks English. Sandra writes plainly: she sees clients as the experts of their own story and looks for strengths to build on.

Her style is straightforward and respectful. She helps people identify practical steps that fit their life.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on clear goals, steady progress, and skills that can be used between meetings. Sandra aims to make the process feel doable rather than overwhelming. Sandra often helps people who feel stuck by breaking problems into smaller parts.

She listens for patterns that keep difficulties going and offers ways to change those patterns. That can include building confidence, managing anxious moments, and improving communication in close relationships. She values collaboration and wants clients to feel heard.

Sandra helps clients set realistic goals and checks in about what’s working. Her approach balances empathy with practical tools people can try right away. Starting therapy is framed as a courageous step.

Sandra encourages small first moves and supports clients as they try new strategies. The work is paced to match each person’s needs and readiness.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Sandra lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Options

Many clients find benefit from approaches that focus on practical skills and clear goals. One common evidence-based method emphasizes identifying unhelpful thoughts and learning ways to change them; this helps reduce anxiety and low mood by shifting thinking and behavior. Another useful technique teaches short-term coping skills for managing strong emotions and building confidence in daily situations. These approaches target symptoms like stress, panic, and low self-esteem by giving concrete tools to practice between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then recommend techniques that fit. Plans are adjusted as progress is made so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be lower bandwidth and easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or when typing feels more comfortable than speaking. These options make it easier to maintain steady contact and continue work even with a busy schedule or when travel is difficult.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Sandra help with?

Sandra works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and depression. She focuses on practical ways to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens for strengths, sets clear goals, and offers actionable steps clients can try between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

She has 25 years of professional experience supporting people facing a range of emotional and relationship challenges. That background includes work with stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Colorado. Sessions are offered from her Colorado practice.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients for online work.

Which session formats are offered?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Different formats let clients choose what fits their schedule and comfort level.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

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