- Stress management
- Self esteem work
- Coaching support
About Sandra
Sandra Martha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with three years of clinical experience and more than a decade of professional work overall. She offers help for stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coaching needs. Sandra speaks English and Spanish and brings her background as someone who grew up in Mexico into her practice.
She focuses on practical steps people can use when anger or frustration shows up at work or at home. Sessions aim to identify what triggers strong reactions and to find ways to respond differently. Sandra also supports people dealing with adoption and foster care concerns, attachment questions, and family of origin issues.
Sandra works with people facing separation, infidelity, immigration-related stress, and the emotional strain of pregnancy and childbirth. She also helps those navigating codependency, emptiness, life purpose, and self-love, as well as multicultural and women’s issues. Her approach centers on clear conversation and actions to try between sessions.
Her work can include coaching-style support for motivation and confidence, alongside addressing anxiety and depression. She adapts the conversation to the person’s goals and preferences and keeps things focused on manageable changes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sandra notes that subscription-based sessions are used and that the subscription can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Sandra uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One approach emphasizes identifying triggers and learning new response strategies to manage anger and frustration. This method helps people notice patterns and practice different reactions in everyday situations.Another common technique she uses involves skill-building for stress, anxiety, and confidence. These skills include breathing and grounding practices, communication strategies, and step-by-step plans to increase motivation and self-esteem. Each skill is presented as something to try between sessions and adjust as needed.
Finding the right mix of techniques is collaborative. Sandra will work with the client to choose approaches that match their goals and preferences. The focus is on testing what helps and adjusting the plan based on real-life results.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy day, avoiding travel time, and choosing a shorter check-in when time is limited. Online sessions can make it easier to maintain regular momentum while trying new strategies for anger, stress, and motivation.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she handle related to anger?
She helps people with anger that shows up as frustration at work, losing temper with close others, or building resentment. Anger is listed alongside stress, anxiety, and depression.
How does she approach sessions and style?
Her style is practical and conversational. She focuses on identifying triggers, trying specific actions, and reviewing what works between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
She holds the LCSW credential and has three years of clinical experience plus over ten years of professional work experience.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed in California as an LCSW and bases her practice there.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and sessions arranged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.