Sandra Smith, LCSW

Licensed in California · 17 years in practice

Sandra Smith is a licensed clinical social worker in California with 17 years of experience.

License and registration

LCSW, California: 22379 · expires March 2026
NPI: 1821207168 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 17
Languages: English

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About Sandra

Sandra Smith is a licensed clinical social worker in California with 17 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Sandra emphasizes each person's strengths and encourages practical steps forward.

She wants clients to feel respected and heard. Sessions begin by hearing the client’s story and identifying what matters most. Sandra uses clear, straightforward conversation to set achievable goals and small experiments that build confidence.

Background and approach

Her work often centers on family and communication issues. She helps people untangle repeated patterns and improve how they express needs. That can include practicing new ways to speak up and rebuild trust after hurts like resentment or forgiveness questions.

Sandra also supports people navigating work stress, money worries, and social anxiety. She uses mindfulness techniques to manage intense feelings and solution-focused steps to break problems into manageable pieces. The aim is to make changes that fit daily life.

Therapy with Sandra is collaborative and practical. She helps clients notice strengths, try new approaches, and adjust plans based on what works. If someone wants clear feedback and doable strategies, her style will likely feel direct and encouraging.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Sandra names

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Online support

How her approaches fit into online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client’s lead. The therapist reflects what matters to the client, helps clarify values, and supports choices that feel personally right. This approach helps with low confidence, life purpose questions, and sorting family concerns.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm. It helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away, which is useful for anxiety, stress, and mood shifts. These skills are practiced in short exercises during sessions and between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Sandra will work together with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. That collaborative process means trying things, checking what helps, and adapting as needed.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for deeper conversation and exercises. Phone sessions can be easier when video isn’t possible, and live chat or text-based messaging supports quick check-ins or brief reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or busy days.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Sandra commonly help with?

Sandra works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family and relationship struggles, and coping with life changes. She also addresses workplace issues, money and financial worries, and social anxiety.

What is her therapeutic style like?

She uses a collaborative, client-centered style that emphasizes strengths and practical steps. Sessions focus on clear goals, small experiments, and skills you can use between meetings.

How much experience does she have?

She has 17 years of professional experience working with people facing mood, anxiety, and family concerns. That experience shapes a practical, steady approach to care.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California. The credential indicates a clinical social work license in that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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