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Sandra Morales

Sandra Morales

LCSW

Therapist · New Mexico · 14+ years of experience

Practical therapy focused on coping and change

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  • Evidence-informed approaches
  • Strengths-focused care
  • Practical coping skills

About Sandra

Sandra Morales is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience offering practical, down-to-earth therapy. She meets people where they are and helps them find clearer ways to cope with stress, anxiety, anger, addiction, grief, and other life changes.

Sandra keeps sessions straightforward and collaborative. She listens first, then works with each person to identify patterns and pick small, doable strategies that fit their daily life. She emphasizes strengths and the skills clients already carry, rather than telling people what to do.

Her work covers a broad range of concerns, from depression and trauma to sleep problems, relationship struggles, and career stress. She also addresses issues such as ADHD, compassion fatigue, and chronic illness, helping clients manage symptoms and adjust routines in practical ways.

Sandra uses a mix of approaches depending on the person’s needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based work, and client-centered principles to tailor each session. Treatment focuses on real coping skills and clearer thinking rather than jargon.

Many people come to Sandra when life feels overwhelming or when old patterns keep repeating. She aims to create a respectful space where clients can try new ways of responding and build steadier routines. The focus is on steady progress, not quick fixes.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

New Mexico

Languages

English

Approaches that translate well to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice tough thoughts and feelings without fighting them, and then choose actions that match their values. It can help with anxiety, anger, and life transitions by shifting focus toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and habits related to addiction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sandra will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps. Decisions about methods are made collaboratively, so clients have a say in what feels most useful.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let someone join a session from a quieter space, or choose an option that does not require being on camera. Talk with the therapist during intake about which session setup best fits your schedule and comfort.

At a glance

Listed location
New Mexico
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (New Mexico)
LCSW · No. C-11713
NPI
1396145280

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 issues does Sandra commonly address?

Sandra works with people coping with stress, anxiety, anger, addiction, trauma, depression, grief, sleep issues, career strain, and related life changes.

What is her style in therapy?

She uses a compassionate, collaborative style that emphasizes listening first and then setting practical goals and tools together.

How much experience does she have?

She has 14 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy and supporting people through a wide range of concerns.

Where is Sandra licensed and based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding an NM LCSW, and is based in New Mexico.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients schedule with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting 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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