I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I spent 2 years of my career working at a Children's Advocacy Center, 7 years working in an Adolescent treatment facility, 6 years in private practice, and 2 years in a family counseling center. I have helped others with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety and depression, self-injurious behaviors, low self-esteem, co-dependency concerns, sexual trauma, as well as relationship concerns amongst couples and amongst family members. I have a Specialist in Education degree from Georgia State University and I am Licensed to practice in both Georgia and Florida.
When working with clients I use a blend of cognitive-behavioral approaches as well as reality therapy and humanistic approaches. You will find that I enjoy the creative processes as well and may encourage clients to engage in art therapy techniques in order to stimulate a different way of thinking about life's challenges. My goal for clients is for them to feel safe and to feel heard when they meet with me.
Clients are the experts on their life obstacles and I view myself as merely a witness to the client's strength and resourcefulness as they overcome these obstacles. It is my sincerest desire to simply be a guide on the route to wholeness.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Codependency, Family problems, Midlife crisis, Self-love, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
GA LPC LPC004158
FL LMHC MH8571
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Cassandra is very experienced, yet communicates in a softer way that helps me communicate openly and honestly. She has a lot of experience, always has suggestions for my problems. Highly recommended.
Written on Apr 21, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
She’s really helped me to find peace within myself and navigate through a lot of life’s challenges. My weekly sessions have enabled me to grow a lot! I notice a big change within my self with how I deal with situations thanks to Cassandra
Written on Apr 15, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Sandy is an amazing therapist. I love her calm demeanor. She listens and gets to the root of the issue quickly and gives helpful and realistic solutions.
Written on Apr 09, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, and career difficulties
I’ve been working with Cassandra for about 6 months now and I really feel like I have formed a bond with her. She offers me a safe and judgement-free space to share my thoughts, while helping me identify what I need to work on. Her words of wisdom and encouragement really help me through my rough times and help me embrace the good times as well. I’m so glad I was matched with her and will continue to work with her!
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Great therapist that will give you insight on anything you want to know.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Couldn't recommend more!
Written on Feb 13, 2024 after therapy with Cassandra for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues