Dr. Sandra Bruno, LMFT

Dr. Sandra Bruno is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Alabama. She focuses on Stress and Anxiety along with related concerns like grief, addictions, relationship strain, and low self-esteem. She speaks English and offers care shaped by many years of practice. Dr. Bruno brings 25 years of experience to each meeting. She draws on a mix of practical methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness, plus Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused ways of working. Her style is grounded and person-focused - she listens first and tailors the plan to what each person actually needs. Her training includes a Master of Science in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling and a Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling. She also holds an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Certification and practices with the LMFT credential in Alabama. In sessions she helps people handle short-term problems and longer patterns that run through life. That can mean learning tools for stress and anxiety, talking through relationship and family issues, or working on recovery from substance problems. She will include faith when clients ask for that perspective. People who choose her often want straightforward, empathetic care that balances practical skills and deeper reflection. To begin, visitors use the Start Therapy flow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How therapy approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes noticing thoughts and values-based action. It helps people who feel stuck by teaching how to move toward what matters even with difficult thoughts or feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It often involves clear skills and homework to reduce anxiety and manage stress. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person in front of the therapist. The therapist listens with empathy and follows the client’s pace to build trust and direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help clients decide which methods fit best based on goals, needs, and personal style. That decision is made together and can change over time as progress and priorities shift.

Session logistics should fit everyday life. Because formats were not specified in the biography, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule appointments around work, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when time is tight. Licensed professionals tailor session length and focus to what helps most, aiming to make therapy manageable and relevant to day-to-day demands.