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Sandra Bono

Sandra Bono

LCSW

Therapist · New York · 45+ years of experience

Experienced LCSW offering calm, practical support

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  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Client-centered approach
  • Focus on anger

About Sandra

Sandra Bono is a licensed clinical social worker who brings decades of experience to conversations about stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and depression. She works with people facing LGBT concerns, ADHD, first responder issues, and multicultural challenges. Sandra uses a relaxed, collaborative style to make it easier to begin difficult conversations.

She sees reaching out for help as an important first step. Sessions are conversational and paced to the individual. Sandra aims to create a calm space where people can talk through what is most pressing and build small, useful steps forward.

Sandra draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in her work. That means she helps people notice what matters to them, accept difficult feelings without getting stuck, and take practical actions that reflect their values. She also centers the conversation on each person's experience rather than following a rigid plan.

With 45 years as a licensed clinical social worker, Sandra has worked in a range of settings and with varied concerns. She emphasizes teamwork in the room and tailors conversation and planning to each person's needs and goals.

People who choose Sandra can expect straightforward, patient guidance focused on problem solving and emotional coping. She helps clients build confidence, manage strong emotions like anger, and develop strategies for day-to-day life challenges.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

LGBTADHD

Additional focus areas

First responder issuesMulticultural concerns

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered Therapy

Experience

45+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How Sandra's Approaches Work Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on identifying personal values and taking small, practical steps that line up with what matters most in daily life, which can help with issues like anxiety, depression, and anger.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely, reflects what they hear, and follows the person's lead so conversations stay relevant and respectful of each person's needs.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Sandra works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Together they try strategies, check what helps, and adjust the plan over time to match progress and priorities.

Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, offering shorter check-ins when time is tight, or sessions that avoid travel and better match daily routines. They also let people continue work on stress, anger, and coping skills from wherever they are, while tailoring the pace and structure to individual needs.

At a glance

Listed location
New York
Experience
45+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (New York)
LCSW · No. 027385
NPI
1659416204

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sandra commonly address?

Sandra works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, self-esteem, and depression. She also supports people with LGBT concerns, ADHD, first responder issues, and multicultural challenges.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is laid back and collaborative. Sessions are conversational and focused on tailoring plans to each person's needs.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 45 years of professional experience as a licensed clinical social worker. That experience includes work across varied settings and client concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

Sandra is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York. Her professional practice is located in that state.

What languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and subscriptions 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?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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