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- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and recovery
- Mindfulness and ACT
About Sandra
LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) in Alabama with 25 years of experience, Dr. Sandra Bruno works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting challenges, and related issues. She combines several practical methods and centers the therapeutic relationship in her work. Sessions are offered in English and follow the therapist's stated approaches.
Dr. Bruno uses a mix of approaches depending on the problem at hand. She lists Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy among her methods. She also references both short-term, solution-focused work and longer-term psychodynamic exploration when those fit a client's needs.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling and additional credentials in alcohol and drug work. She notes a Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling and uses that perspective when clients want faith integrated into sessions. The LMFT credential indicates her practice is framed by marriage and family therapy training.
In practical terms she helps people talk through current problems and past patterns that keep repeating. That can mean learning new coping skills, changing behavior patterns, addressing addiction concerns, or improving communication in relationships. She emphasizes the relationship between therapist and client as central to progress.
People seeking help are asked to use the site's matching process to set up an initial appointment. The therapist describes work with individuals and notes she can also work with couples and families when that is appropriate. Costs vary by location and use a cancellable subscription model.
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How her approaches work in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take small, value-based steps despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and issues where avoidance keeps patterns in place.Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can find their own solutions. It suits people who want a conversational, exploratory style to address relationships, grief, or self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping skills work.
Finding the best approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with a client to decide which methods fit their goals and situation. That might mean trying CBT exercises for a few sessions, then moving to ACT or client-centered work to address deeper themes.
The biography does not list specific remote session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find remote work helps fit therapy into busy days, whether for shorter check-ins, sessions that avoid travel, or meetings outside work hours. Discuss scheduling, session length, and any format preferences during the matching process so practical arrangements support the therapeutic plan.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting, anger, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Alabama and holds a Master of Science in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling plus a Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are sessions offered in?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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