- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Grief counseling
About Russ
Russ Sanders is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia with 11 years of clinical experience. He holds a master’s degree in psychology from the University of West Georgia. He works with adults carrying stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, mood disorders, and concerns about guilt and shame among other issues.
He uses straightforward talking, mindfulness practices, and reflective listening in sessions. He describes his approach as rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, humanistic and existential ideas, and psychodynamic thinking. Sessions often mix practical steps and time to consider personal values and meaning.
Russ has worked across age groups and settings and has experience supporting people with substance use and co-occurring conditions. He has provided individual, group, and family therapy and has a background in assessment and evaluation. He is also a certified grief counselor and works with grief and loss issues.
In a session with him, clients can expect help noticing what matters to them, practicing present-moment skills, and talking through barriers to change. He emphasizes motivating people toward fuller engagement with life and relationships, while keeping the work straightforward and practical.
People often come to him for help with relationship strain, parenting challenges, sleep problems, work stress, self-esteem, and midlife or life-transition questions. He also works with issues linked to identity, including LGBT concerns. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. Online work with ACT often uses brief exercises, values clarification, and homework that can fit into daily life. Client-Centered Therapy places emphasis on listening and understanding the person’s perspective; online sessions usually keep that format through reflective conversation and steady support.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and past experiences to decide which methods to emphasize. That collaboration helps shape session pace, the kinds of exercises used, and whether to lean more on mindfulness, values work, or reflective dialogue.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work easier to fit around childcare, work breaks, or travel. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when time is limited, choosing audio-only or video depending on comfort, and doing mindfulness exercises between sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework so therapy can fit into ordinary life without requiring long trips to appointments.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, bipolar and depressive concerns, relationship and family problems, and issues related to guilt and shame among others.
How does he approach feelings of guilt and shame?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas alongside mindfulness and reflective conversation to help clients notice painful thoughts and decide on values-based actions.
What is his professional background?
He has 11 years of counseling experience, a master’s degree in psychology from the University of West Georgia, and experience in assessment, substance use work, and grief counseling.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Georgia.
Does he work in languages other than English or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.