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Sandra West, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Sandra is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Sandra. View 15 reviews
Great news, Sandra is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Sandra challenges where I need to be challenged me. She isn’t a proverbial “yes man.” If you need correcting, she will do it, respectfully. That type of honesty and brevity is sorely missing in our world.

Reviewed December 2024

Highly professional and listened to voice. In addition she provided a lot of resources and recommendations to move on.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Sandra

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am licensed in California with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Adoption and foster care Cancer Forgiveness Guilt and shame Life purpose Post-traumatic stress Self-love Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Sandra West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982066866.

  • LMFT · California · 41583 · Expires November 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Sandra West

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Thank you Amazing The best Caring Confidence Easy Excellent Grateful Helping

Sandra challenges where I need to be challenged me. She isn’t a proverbial “yes man.” If you need correcting, she will do it, respectfully. That type of honesty and brevity is sorely missing in our world.

Reviewed December 2024

Highly professional and listened to voice. In addition she provided a lot of resources and recommendations to move on.

Reviewed November 2024

Very happy with Sandra West.

Reviewed November 2024

Love her!

Reviewed November 2024

Sandra is very experienced and really cares about her clients

Reviewed September 2024

This therapist has really catapulted me into new perspectives and goals for my life. I am so appreciative and grateful that she is the therapist that was chosen for me. It is a perfect match.

Reviewed July 2024

Sandra is amazing. She is an excellent listener and is so easy to talk to! She shows true empathy and has the best bedside manner. She has been an enormous help to me during some trying times that include a cancer diagnosis, a drinking problem, a depressive episode and a rocky marriage. She has a ton of experience and has worked in the mental health field for many years. She has likely seen and heard it all! Thank you Sandra!

Reviewed July 2024

This has been life-changing, thank you! Sandra uses simple effective techniques that work anywhere,anytime and I can genuinely say my life has been so much better since speaking with Sandra!

Reviewed July 2024

Sandra is just amazing. She thinks outside of box, offers actionable insights and unmatched level of support during the tough times. Thank you for everything you do!

Reviewed July 2024

Sandra has been a person I can trust and gives me great advice on how to evolve and mature as a man. Her exemplary approach to situations help me build confidence in my journey to become the best version of myself.

Reviewed July 2024

Thankful for all of her help and expertise.

Reviewed July 2024

Her words help me to feel better every day.

Reviewed June 2024

Sandra is responsive and offers information that I had not considered.

Reviewed June 2024

She’s a wonderful listener and a very wise woman. She has many techniques that are very useful and I would recommend her to anyone who is in a tough situation in an instant. She is very caring and she isn’t afraid to say things like they are.

Reviewed May 2024

Sandra gave me some great tips and direction to help me deal with what was going on in my head. She is a great listener, and a great approach in helping her clients.

Reviewed April 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sandra West offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sandra West works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Sandra West speak?

Sandra West speaks English.

How many years of experience does Sandra West have?

Sandra West has 25 years of experience.

Where is Sandra West licensed to practice?

Sandra West is licensed to practice in California.

Does Sandra West accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Sandra West accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Sandra West offer?

Sandra West offers clients Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Sandra West?

Sandra West can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Sandra West?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Messaging
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Phone
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.