- Grief and loss
- Caregiver support
- Self-esteem work
About Sandra
Sandra Sunter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 37 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people cope with grief, loss, depression, and major life changes. Sandra creates an open space where clients can talk about painful feelings without judgment and take steps toward a more satisfying life.
She often works with people facing caregiver strain, end-of-life concerns, and serious illness. She also supports those wrestling with self-esteem, motivation, anxiety, addiction, and anger. Codependency and family of origin issues are among the topics she addresses in conversation and treatment planning.
Sandra uses clear, practical methods to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new behaviors. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered techniques to shape sessions around each person's needs. Mindfulness and solution-focused ideas are also part of her toolbox.
Sessions tend to focus on immediate problems and gradual change. Clients can expect straightforward talk, exercises to practice between sessions, and steps to manage stress and painful emotions. Sandra emphasizes collaboration and pacing that fits each person's readiness.
Her long experience includes supporting people through illness, bereavement, and major life transitions. Those considering counseling are invited to reflect on goals and bring them to an initial call or intake questionnaire. This helps set clear priorities before regular sessions begin.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small, practical steps toward a life that feels meaningful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses short exercises to change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, listening stance where the person’s priorities guide the pace and focus of sessions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then try methods that match those needs. Adjustments are made as progress is tracked, so work can shift if one method isn’t helping as hoped.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during work breaks or between errands. It can also suit people who prefer shorter check-ins or who want to use mindfulness and behavioral exercises while at home or another convenient location. Licensed professionals aim to make sessions practical and usable in everyday life, focusing on tools that clients can apply between meetings.
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Experience
37+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sandra help with?
Sandra supports people dealing with grief, depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, and relationship concerns. She also addresses caregiver stress, codependency, eating issues, and challenges tied to serious illness.
What is her counseling style like?
Her style is warm and practical. She creates a nonjudgmental space and uses clear exercises and talk to help clients identify patterns and try different approaches.
How much experience does she have?
She has 37 years of professional experience working with people facing bereavement, chronic illness, life transitions, and emotional struggles.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida. Her practice is based in Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Sandra?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.