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- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Self esteem work
About Donna
LMHC Donna Sands has 38 years of clinical experience and is licensed in Florida. She focuses on stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Donna works with people who are facing midlife transitions, panic attacks, or struggles with motivation and confidence.
Donna uses practical conversation and evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people find clearer next steps. She adapts sessions to the person in front of her and shapes the discussion to address immediate concerns. Sessions emphasize clear goals, coping skills, and problem-solving rather than abstract theory.
Her work also addresses attachment issues, body image, communication problems, and the emotional impacts of divorce and separation. She pays attention to shame, guilt, impulsivity, and isolation so clients can rebuild healthier habits and self-regard. When trauma is part of the picture, she includes approaches suited to reducing panic and distress.
Donna accepts clients from outside the United States and conducts work in English. She notes that cost varies with location and that sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Prospective clients begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling an initial session.
People who choose Donna can expect direct, structured sessions that focus on practical skills and clearer decisions. She frames each plan around what the client wants to change next, then tracks progress in follow-up visits. The emphasis is on usable tools for everyday life rather than long lectures or unstructured talk.
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Approaches used in remote sessions
Donna describes her practice as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. One common approach she uses is focused skills training that teaches practical ways to manage anxiety and panic, such as breathing strategies and stepwise exposure to fears. These techniques aim to reduce immediate distress and make everyday situations easier to handle.Another approach involves structured work on behavior and motivation, which addresses addictions and impulsivity by breaking problems into smaller steps and building routines. This method helps people replace unhelpful habits with alternatives and track progress over time.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Donna collaborates with each person to identify goals, test methods, and adjust plans when something is not working. She frames therapy as an ongoing conversation about what helps and what needs adapting based on the client's needs and preferences.
Practical benefits of remote sessions can include fitting meetings into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Because the biography does not specify session formats, confirm which formats are offered before booking. Sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and the therapist will discuss how to structure appointments so they fit into everyday life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
38+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, body image, panic, post-traumatic stress, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused. She uses conversation and evidence-based techniques to build coping skills and actionable steps.
How long has she practiced?
She has 38 years of professional experience working with clients in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages and international work are available?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.