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Sandra Rodriguez, LMHC

Staff Therapist
Languages
English
SPECIALTIES
Talk Therapy

Education and training

  • Queens College City University of New York Master of Science in Education (Ms Ed)
  • Queens College City University of New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

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Sandra Rodriguez, LMHC

Sandra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York with extensive experience working in the mental health field. Sandra attended both undergraduate and Graduate school in Queens, New York, studying and obtaining degrees in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling. Sandra has been practicing for over a decade as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, in diverse settings ranging from community outpatient clinics to academic settings and private practices. She has worked with individuals, families, and groups, with a wide variety of situational, behavioral and emotional mental-health conditions as well as those who have experienced relational and other traumas. Sandra is trauma-trained and working with her delivers a warm and inviting atmosphere, blending different techniques with talk-based therapy to connect to the needs of each person. Sandra's work has recently focused on treatment of anxiety disorders, relationship issues and complex family dynamics, life-transitions and stress management. Sandra helps clients work on chronic maladaptive patterns that keep them feeling unwell or stuck in life situations. Her work leads to symptom relief, emotional stability, goal attainment, and improved relationships.

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Specialties
Talk Therapy
States
New York
Languages
English
Takes insurance
Virtual visits
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