Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW, CSW

Licensed in Georgia · 23 years in practice

Dr. Sandra Madaris helps people who are struggling with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression.

License and registration

LCSW, Georgia: CSW004312 · expires September 2026
NPI: 1346796307 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 23
Languages: English

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About Sandra

Dr. Sandra Madaris helps people who are struggling with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She writes in a straightforward way and meets clients where they are.

She encourages small steps and practical changes that can make daily life easier. With 23 years of practice, she shapes conversations to each person's needs. Sessions focus on clear goals and real-life skills rather than jargon.

She aims for respectful, sensitive, and compassionate interaction in every meeting.

Background and approach

Her work often addresses related concerns like abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and communication problems. She also supports people facing medical challenges such as cancer, and those managing caregiver stress or aging and geriatric issues. Substance misuse and domestic violence are also within her focus areas.

Dr. Madaris uses approaches that emphasize present-moment choices and practical behavior change. She partners with clients to try strategies, notice what helps, and adjust the plan as needed.

Progress is measured in everyday changes that matter to the client. She is licensed in Georgia as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and also holds CSW credentials. Sessions are offered in English and include multiple formats to fit different needs.

The first step is a short matching questionnaire to help connect you to the right therapist.

Focus areas and approaches

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

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 Sandra names

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Online support

Online therapy approaches that meet you where you are

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people clarify their values and take small, meaningful actions toward them. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and problems with motivation or avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is about spotting unhelpful thoughts and changing behavior with practical exercises and skill building; it often helps with anger, low self-esteem, and depressive symptoms.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay useful and focused on real life changes.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when internet bandwidth is limited or a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for short updates, coaching between sessions, or when someone prefers typing to talking. These options let people fit therapy into busy days and keep continuity when schedules change.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does she commonly address?

She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, including related issues like codependency and attachment problems.

What is her general therapy style?

She uses a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate style that focuses on practical steps and clear goals tailored to each person.

How much experience does she have?

She has 23 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds a Georgia LCSW license and also lists CSW credentials, and she practices with a Georgia location noted.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

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

What session formats are available?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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