- relationship issues
- anger management
- depression support
About Maria
Maria Sandoval is a Utah-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 21 years of professional experience. She helps people who are struggling with relationship stress, family conflict, low self-esteem, depression, and anger. Her plain approach is practical and direct, aimed at people who want clearer ways to manage their reactions and handle tense situations.
She focuses on creating a space where people can speak honestly about what is happening in their lives. Conversations center on what people are actually doing and feeling, and on small, concrete steps to change how they respond. Sessions tend to emphasize real situations - at work, at home, or in close relationships - rather than only talking about feelings in the abstract.
Maria blends evidence-based therapeutic techniques into sessions. She works with clients to identify patterns that lead to outbursts or simmering resentment. Then she helps build practical skills for interrupting those patterns and responding differently in the moment.
Her style is straightforward. She listens, offers clear observations, and suggests exercises to practice between sessions. Goals are set together and reviewed regularly so progress is visible and measurable.
People who come for help with anger often also want support for stress, anxiety, grief, or life changes. Maria draws on her years of experience to address those connected concerns while focusing on calmer, more manageable behavior over time.
Approaches for managing anger during online sessions
Maria uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what happens in daily life and how to change it. One approach emphasizes behavioral skills practice - identifying common triggers, trying new responses, and rehearsing those responses so they become easier in stressful moments. This helps people reduce impulsive reactions and feel more in control.Another approach focuses on emotional awareness and regulation. It teaches simple ways to notice early signs of escalation, name the feeling, and use short exercises to lower arousal. This can make conversations less reactive and more productive over time.
Choosing the best approach is a team process. The therapist will talk with the client about current problems, goals, and preferred ways of working. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust methods based on what is helpful.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as those details are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins during a break at work, or remove commute time so people can focus on practicing new skills. Licensed professionals can guide clients toward approaches that match their goals and routines.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with relationship problems, family conflict, self-esteem issues, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy concerns, anger, and career-related stress.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a practical, evidence-based approach focused on real situations and skill-building. Sessions emphasize concrete steps to change how clients respond to triggers.
How much experience does she have?
She has 21 years of professional experience working with people on relationship and emotional concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Utah and practices with that professional credential in the state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients schedule sessions?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.