- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- First responder issues
About Sandra
Sandra Bono is a New York licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 45 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and LGBT concerns.
Her style is relaxed and straightforward. She aims to make conversations feel natural so people can talk about what frustrates them. Sandra describes therapy as a team effort where the person’s goals guide the work.
She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to support people through practical problems and strong feelings. That can mean learning new ways to respond when anger flares, building routines that lower daily stress, or finding more workable ways to cope with loss.
Sandra has also addressed first responder issues and multicultural concerns across her career. She draws on long experience to notice what helps a person regain steadier thinking and clearer priorities when emotions feel overwhelming.
In sessions she keeps language plain and focuses on skills you can try between meetings. People who want help managing frustration, repairing strained relationships, or increasing motivation can expect direct conversation and straightforward strategies.
To begin she recommends choosing a time to talk, naming a few immediate goals, and planning small steps to practice between sessions. That approach keeps progress practical and measurable rather than vague.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them. It teaches practical skills to act on values while carrying uncomfortable emotions, which can help with anger, anxiety, and motivation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflection so the person feels understood and can find their own solutions; it can help when someone is stuck or unsure what to try next.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sandra aims to decide what fits through conversation and collaboration. She will review your goals, suggest techniques from ACT or Client-Centered work, and adjust the plan based on what actually helps you between sessions.
Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also allows practical exercises to carry over into everyday settings so strategies for managing anger and stress are used in real situations.
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Experience
45+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, depression, LGBT concerns, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include first responder issues and multicultural concerns.
What is her approach to therapy?
Her approach is relaxed and team-based. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in plain, practical ways.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 45 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a cancelable subscription model.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.