- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Relationship focus
About Sandra
Sandra Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Louisiana, with 22 years of experience in mental health care. She works with adults on common struggles such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma, and challenges tied to young adulthood.
Sandra uses a cognitive-behavioral lens to notice patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that get in the way. She also draws on client-centered, mindfulness, dialectical behavior, and solution-focused ideas to shape sessions. That mix helps her move between practical skills and deeper reflection.
In a typical session she listens to what is most pressing and then helps people try steps they can use between meetings. That might mean new ways of responding to stress, experimenting with small behavior changes, or practicing grounding and emotion-regulation skills. She offers straightforward guidance and problem-solving alongside reflective conversation.
Sandra has worked with a wide range of concerns over two decades, including mood disorders, addiction-related problems, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, attachment and intimacy issues, parenting stress, and coping with life transitions. She also supports people dealing with anger, impulse control, body image, and compassion fatigue.
People who are newer to adulthood often find her approach useful when facing first jobs, relationship shifts, moving away from home, or feeling behind peers. To begin, the usual steps are a short questionnaire and a first session to set goals and a plan for what to work on next.
How Sandra applies core approaches online
Sandra often uses cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness in session. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and helps people try specific steps to change patterns. Mindfulness practice teaches simple attention and grounding skills to reduce rumination and stress.She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance strategies when strong feelings interfere with daily life. These approaches are practical and can be practiced between meetings so progress is concrete and measurable.
Finding the right approach is something to figure out together. The therapist will talk about goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what helps. The work is collaborative, with check-ins about what is useful and what needs changing.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people value online sessions because they can fit meetings around study or work, reduce travel time, and choose appointments that match their daily routine. If you need shorter check-ins, quieter surroundings, or fewer technical demands, mention that when you schedule so the therapist can consider what will work best.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Louisiana, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address for young adults?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma, and young adult issues like starting work or school transitions.
What is her general therapy style?
She leans on cognitive-behavioral ideas and mixes in client-centered, mindfulness, DBT, and solution-focused approaches to balance skills work and reflective conversation.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience in the mental health field working with a wide range of concerns including mood disorders, addictions, and trauma.
What credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT and an LPC licensed in Louisiana.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. schedule sessions?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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