Thank you for clicking on my profile link and expressing interest in getting to know me as a clinician on BetterHelp. My name is Magalis Sandoval, but you may call me Maggie. I have been working in the field of mental health and addiction as a licensed clinical social worker since 2011, but have been working in the human services field since 2006 with at-risk youth and survivors of domestic violence. In 2007 I started my journey working in a residential substance abuse program and since then I have been inspired while working with patients who have successfully made positive changes in their lives.
My goal during therapy is to help increase self-awareness and insight into the relationship between the individual's thinking and behaviors. I incorporate mindfulness based techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy in my practice and have witnessed immediate positive outcomes when dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction and symptoms of PTSD. I acquired my certification as an anger management specialist, and genuinely enjoy helping people develop techniques that allow them the opportunity to manage their anger in healthy and productive ways.
My office hours vary throughout the week, and I respond to messages within 24 hours on business days. To begin, please review my availability and schedule a 30 minute or 45 minute session. I offer video, audio call or live chat sessions. I look forward to working with you and providing you the support you are seeking at this time. I believe in the power of motivation and hope, and am confident that together we can take small steps towards a happier and healthier future.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW20050
CT LCSW 7740
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Magalis Sandoval is amazing!!! She listens to me and helps me identify issues in life that I didn’t realize have such an impact on me. She is so easy to talk too, it’s like talking to a friend! Magalis is very professional and outstanding at what she does. 10/10 recommend her :)
Written on Dec 29, 2023 after therapy with Magalis for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I appreciate Magalis ability as a therapist to hear me out fully, take notes and respond with constructive feedback and advice. She doesn’t come off as judgemental or impatient. I appreciate how she also does not label me and my experiences. I look forward to my sessions with her and appreciate her guidance and advice.
Written on Dec 15, 2023 after therapy with Magalis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
She is great!
Written on Nov 02, 2023 after therapy with Magalis for 2 months on issues concerning career difficulties
Very kind and understanding!
Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Magalis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
So far Magalis has been such a good experience especially for my first time really trying to get into therapy as an adult. The conversations are led from wherever I feel most comfortable and at the same time I can feel her helping me dive deeper each session. Definitely the best therapist I have ever worked with. She makes me feel like I can take my time and do this as I feel I become ready.
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Magalis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Maggie does a great job at listening to me and picking up on the things that are most pressing to me. We've discussed a variety of topics and I come away from every session with new insights and things to work on for the week.
This is really the exact experience I was looking for in therapy. I would strongly recommend Maggie to anyone who wants a patient therapist who will really listen and make keen observations that help me see myself more clearly.
Written on Dec 03, 2021 after therapy with Magalis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, sleeping disorders, and self esteem