Magalis Sandoval, LCSW - Therapist in Florida

About Magalis

Magalis Sandoval is a licensed clinical social worker who offers practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, or parenting questions. She writes and talks plainly, so conversations are direct and focused. Sessions are available in English and Spanish and are delivered from Florida by a clinician with 14 years of experience in mental health and addiction work.

Magalis brings years of hands-on experience with at-risk populations and survivors of domestic violence, and she began clinical work in substance abuse treatment in 2007.

Background and approach

Over time she has focused on helping clients notice how thoughts shape feelings and actions. That helps people make small, manageable changes that add up. Her practice blends cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness skills.

She also uses client-centered methods and motivational interviewing to meet people where they are. These approaches are commonly applied to anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, and addictive behaviors. Magalis also has training in anger management and uses concrete tools so people can handle strong feelings without making things worse.

She aims to teach skills that can be used between sessions - practical steps rather than abstract theories. Conversations typically cover current struggles, patterns that keep problems going, and simple experiments to try at home. Therapy follows a collaborative pace, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Sessions use a cancellable subscription model.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centered work focuses on listening and understanding the person where they are. The therapist follows your concerns, reflects them back, and helps you set the agenda for each session. This approach is useful when someone needs a calm space to sort through feelings.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches small experiments and practical skills to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns. CBT often pairs well with mindfulness exercises to increase awareness of unhelpful thoughts.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try approaches, and adjust based on what helps most. That collaborative process aims to match techniques to the client's needs and preferences.

Online sessions offer flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range lets people pick what fits their schedule and comfort level, making it easier to keep therapy consistent. Licensed professionals can use these formats to teach skills, check progress, and set homework you can try between meetings.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, intimacy and parenting concerns.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is straightforward and skills-focused, mixing cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening to help people make concrete changes.

What kind of experience does she have?

She has 14 years of clinical experience and has worked in mental health and addiction settings since 2007, including work with at-risk populations and survivors of domestic violence.

Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW SW20050, practicing from Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

What session formats are offered?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are sessions paid for?

Sessions use a subscription model that varies with location and therapist availability and can be canceled at any time.

What steps start the process?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 14 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English, Spanish

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