Sandra Rico, LMHC

Sandra Rico is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 16 years of clinical experience. She creates a calm, affirming space for people facing life changes and emotional strain. Sandra speaks English and Spanish and aims to meet clients where they are.

Her work often focuses on relationship and intimacy challenges, parenting stress, and concerns common among LGBT individuals. She also supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addiction, trauma and grief. Aging and geriatric issues are listed among her additional areas of focus.

Sandra blends client-centered therapy with practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. She uses motivational interviewing and narrative methods when they fit a person’s goals. In sessions she helps people name feelings, try different responses, and track small changes over time.

People who want straightforward, respectful conversation about identity, family roles, or life transitions may find her style a good match. She pays attention to cultural background and uses Spanish when helpful to the conversation.

Her practice emphasizes building clearer communication, coping skills, and manageable steps toward change. Prospective clients who want to get started can expect a collaborative process to set goals and choose approaches that feel right for them.

How therapy approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a trusting conversation. Sandra uses this approach to help people feel heard and to set goals that matter to them, especially around identity, relationships, or role changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying small behavior changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with mood swings by giving concrete tools to practice between sessions.

Mindfulness Therapy encourages simple attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep, eating, or stress management. These exercises can be short and easy to use during a busy day.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Clients and the therapist can adjust methods over time based on what helps most.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday break, handle caregiver responsibilities, or avoid travel time. They also allow follow-up check-ins and practice assignments that integrate with daily life without promising any specific session type.