CBTTherapistsUSA

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

SS Portrait of Sandy Seward

Sandy Seward

Empowering practical change with compassionate care

LPC Texas

Experience
4 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
Continue with Sandy

About Sandy

Sandy Seward is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career uncertainty, life transitions, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family challenges, trauma and grief, parenting concerns, anger, and depression.

Background and approach

She approaches these concerns by helping clients notice existing strengths and translating them into practical steps that move daily life forward. Sandy emphasizes collaborative planning, working with clients to set S.M.A.R.T. goals and to build coping skills that fit each person’s situation.

Her therapeutic style blends compassion with actionable tools. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside mindfulness, acceptance strategies, dialectical skills, and a client-centered stance to help clients understand links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to practice new responses.

Sessions are oriented toward problem solving, emotional awareness, and reducing the influence of an inner critic, while celebrating small gains along the way. Sandy has four years of counseling experience and offers ongoing messaging between sessions to provide continued support.

Prospective clients in Texas who speak English can begin by using the Start Therapy process and scheduling according to her availability.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) useful for identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical behavior changes, and Sandy uses CBT techniques to help clients break cycles that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another approach she draws on; it involves clarifying values and learning acceptance and mindfulness skills to reduce the struggle with difficult thoughts and emotions. Client-Centered Therapy complements these methods by focusing on a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that helps clients feel heard and understood.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Sandy works with each client to explore which methods best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences and may combine techniques from different approaches as therapy progresses. This partnership helps shape a plan that feels practical and meaningful.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to schedule regular work on goals, maintain contact between appointments through messaging, and adapt the format to whatever supports progress most effectively.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Sandy commonly address in therapy?
Sandy works with a broad set of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is compassionate and practical, combining collaborative problem solving with skills-based interventions to help clients take manageable steps toward their goals.
What is her professional background and experience level?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with four years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is Sandy licensed to practice and what are her credentials?
She holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Texas under TX LPC 84753.
Does she offer services in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Sandy offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session based on her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English