Maria Sands

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

My name is Maria Sands. I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work and a State license to practice Social Work in Louisiana. I practice from a Bio-Psycho-Social perspective; that is, I look at the whole person as an Individual who is also part of society. I have worked in medical and psychiatric venues which adds to my ability to address issues such as comorbidities and psychotropic medications. My specialties include Anxiety Disorder, ADHD, Bi-Polar Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder. I use CBT, Deep Relaxation Techniques, Self-Affirmations and Journaling among other techniques and treatment approaches to address these disorders. I have had a good deal of experience with adults and the elderly with pre-existing conditions, such as kidney failure. I think I can help because I come from a Bio-Psycho-Social perspective and because I tailor my treatment approach to the clients I am treating. Different techniques work better for different people.

Years Experience: 12

Location: Louisiana, United States

Accepting New Clients: Yes

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: No

NPI Number: 1417573361

Credentials: LA LCSW 4151

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: LCSW (Louisiana) #4151 exp 2026-08-31

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Depression, Addictions, Relationship, Family, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Anger, Self esteem, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Gay, Christian, Older, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Maria Sands

Experienced, person-centered clinical social work

CBT and relaxation techniques
12 years experience
Tailored bio-psycho-social care

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About

Maria Sands holds a Master of Social Work and a clinical social work license in Louisiana (LA LCSW 4151). With 12 years of practice, she approaches care from a bio-psycho-social perspective, considering the whole person as an individual and as part of their community.

Her background includes work in both medical and psychiatric settings, which informs her ability to address co-occurring medical issues and questions about psychotropic medications. Maria has experience supporting adults and older adults who live with pre-existing conditions such as kidney failure.

Her areas of focus span anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and sleeping disorders, anger management, self-esteem concerns, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and support for LGBT clients.

Maria uses a range of methods tailored to each person, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy, deep relaxation practices, self-affirmation exercises, journaling, and other techniques. She adapts the treatment approach to meet individual needs, believing that different strategies work better for different people.

Location: Louisiana, United States

Years Experience: 12

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Depression, LGBT, Stress, Anxiety

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Anger, Bipolar, Body image, Codependency, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Relationship, Relationship, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Accepting International Clients: No

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials: LA LCSW 4151
NPI Number: 1417573361
License: LCSW (Louisiana) #4151 exp 2026-08-31

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How much experience does Maria Sands have?

Maria Sands has 12 years of clinical experience providing therapy services.

Is Maria Sands a licensed therapist?

Yes. Maria Sands holds a clinical social work license in Louisiana (LA LCSW 4151).

In which languages does Maria Sands provide therapy?

Maria Sands provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Sands located?

Maria Sands is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Maria Sands as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Sands through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

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