Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC (she, her)
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Richmond, VA with over 12 years of experience in private practice. My background prior to private practice was in criminal justice, interpersonal violence and career counseling. I currently love helping others find out who they are and how to be the best versions of themself. I also have 3 small dogs who love to make appearances on camera and/or in person.
I’m passionate about guiding trauma survivors who are ready to replace harmful coping habits with lasting growth. I’m equally committed to first responders, healthcare staff, teachers, and caretakers—people in isolating roles—helping them feel seen, supported, and connected.
Clients often leave sessions feeling heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. I hope to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where authenticity and humor are welcome, helping clients feel safe exploring their thoughts and emotions—building trust and openness that support growth.
I invite you to reach out and see if we are a good match!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cardinal Care
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
- Optum
- Out of Network
Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701005411 Sandra Bandas
- Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, Graduated 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Caregivers
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Violence
- First Responders
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
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4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Jewish
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Jewish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Expressive Arts
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Reality Therapy
- Relational
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (804) 294-3635
Location
Primary Location
Genuine Zen Counseling, LLC
1520 West Main Street
Suite 201A
Richmond, VA 23230
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Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Neighborhoods
Sandra Bandas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (804) 294-3635