Dr. Sandra Madaris, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Sandra Madaris helps people who are struggling with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She speaks plainly and kindly, and she encourages clients to take the first step toward change. Her name appears here because she greets people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

She has 23 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia. Dr. Madaris tailors conversations and plans to each person’s situation. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer thinking, and building small habits that add up over time.

Her approach combines several evidence-informed methods. She uses cognitive behavioral strategies to spot unhelpful thoughts and change responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and take committed action. She also draws on client-centered listening to make space for honest concerns.

Work with her often includes teaching emotion regulation skills, pacing change after trauma, and setting boundaries around relationships and substance use. She offers support for issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, and coping with divorce or major illness.

Dr. Madaris aims to make therapy feel practical and doable. She adjusts pacing to match each person’s readiness. If you want to learn more, use the site steps to begin the matching process and schedule a first appointment.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult feelings. It is useful for depression, anxiety, and for managing urges tied to addictions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing the behaviors that follow, which can reduce symptoms of depression and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and supporting people as they make their own choices; this approach is often used to build trust and boost self-esteem.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, needs, and preferences and will help decide which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, shorten commute time, or allow quieter check-ins when a full in-person visit is difficult. Many people find the convenience helps them stay consistent with appointments and practice new skills between sessions.