About Sandra

Sandra Bono is a licensed clinical social worker who uses a calm, person-centered style. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and concerns related to LGBT identity and ADHD. Sandra draws on many years of practice to keep sessions straightforward and practical.

She practices from a client-centered stance, which means conversations follow the client's needs and pace. Sandra listens first and then helps people name what feels hard.

Background and approach

She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. Her work emphasizes collaboration. Sandra describes therapy as a team effort where she and the client set goals together.

She keeps language simple and avoids jargon so people can focus on what matters to them. Many clients appreciate a relaxed atmosphere during sessions. Sandra aims to reduce the pressure people feel when they first reach out.

Early meetings typically involve clarifying concerns and planning small, doable steps toward change. Across her long career in New York she has worked with diverse populations and addressed multicultural concerns and first responder issues. She adapts her approach to each person's situation and background.

If someone wants a steady, relational therapist who uses practical tools, Sandra offers that steady presence.

Remote approaches that emphasize values and relationship

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and goal-focused changes. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person in front of the therapist, using empathic listening and reflection to build understanding and motivation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sandra will collaborate with each person to decide which strategies fit their goals and preferences. She adapts the pace and tools based on what the client wants to try and how they respond over time.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy more practical. Video is helpful when visual connection matters, phone works well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed, and messaging can fit into busy days or provide brief ongoing support. These options make it easier to schedule regular work on stress, ADHD-related routines, grief, or relationship concerns without added travel.

Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Sandra address?
Sandra helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, low self-esteem, LGBT issues, and ADHD-related challenges. She also has experience with first responder and multicultural concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a laid-back, client-centered style and incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts and act on their values. Sessions focus on listening, collaboration, and practical steps.
What is her professional background?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 45 years of professional experience working in New York. Her long career includes diverse settings and populations.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LCSW credential licensed in New York and provides services tied to that location.
What languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does payment and scheduling work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
45 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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