Sandra Rico, LMHC
Compassionate Florida LMHC for relationships and identity
- English and Spanish
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Relationship and family work
About Sandra Rico
Sandra Rico is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with 16 years of clinical experience helping people navigate difficult life moments and personal growth. She creates a compassionate, affirming environment where clients can explore identity, relationships, and family dynamics while feeling heard and respected. Sandra specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and works closely with people facing relationship conflicts, family challenges, and intimate personal development. She also has focused experience addressing social anxiety, trauma recovery, life transitions, and multicultural concerns.
Sandra draws on evidence-based methods to help clients strengthen communication skills, process intense emotions, and build greater resilience in everyday life. Her work frequently supports young adults, women, and those exploring identity, sexuality, and self-acceptance. Sandra emphasizes practical tools alongside emotional exploration so clients can manage workplace stress, resolve relationship complexities, and move through personal transformation with clearer direction.
She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and provides care in both English and Spanish, offering culturally responsive support for bilingual clients. Sandra approaches each case with empathy, respect, and professional guidance, tailoring her support to meet each person where they are in their healing journey.
Sandra draws on evidence-based methods to help clients strengthen communication skills, process intense emotions, and build greater resilience in everyday life. Her work frequently supports young adults, women, and those exploring identity, sexuality, and self-acceptance. Sandra emphasizes practical tools alongside emotional exploration so clients can manage workplace stress, resolve relationship complexities, and move through personal transformation with clearer direction.
She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - and provides care in both English and Spanish, offering culturally responsive support for bilingual clients. Sandra approaches each case with empathy, respect, and professional guidance, tailoring her support to meet each person where they are in their healing journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sandra Rico have?
Sandra Rico has 16 years of professional experience as a mental health practitioner.
Is Sandra Rico a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH10434.
In which languages does Sandra Rico provide therapy?
Sandra provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Sandra Rico located?
Sandra is located in Florida.
How can I work with Sandra Rico as my therapist?
You can work with Sandra Rico through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sandra Rico work with international clients?
Yes, Sandra Rico works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sandra Rico cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Sandra integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices into online work to address a range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where clients steer the conversation and explore personal values and goals - it is helpful for identity exploration, relationship issues, and building self-worth. CBT is a skills-based approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, stress, and mood-related challenges. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple coping techniques that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sandra collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their care while benefiting from Sandra's clinical experience as a licensed professional.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can choose what fits their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support during life transitions, and combine different communication styles to suit individual needs.